Physician - Neurologist

Community Health Centers of America is hiring for a Neurologist to work in our family practice clinics in the Merced, CA area. Possibly will also work in contracted long-term care facilities. You will be responsible for diagnosing and treating patients for disorders of the nervous system, independently or as part of a healthcare team, in the clinic setting.

Community Health Centers of America is a premier multi-specialty group focused on improving the health of the community through excellence in clinical care. Our goal is to provide better care to the patient with a collaborative, supportive, respectful, and productive work environment for its healthcare professionals.

Job Description:

Clinical Duties:

• Obtain, analyze, and interpret patients' histories, symptoms, physical findings, or diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnoses. 
• Evaluate patients through exams, history, and tests to diagnose and treat conditions such as epilepsy, stroke, multiple sclerosis, and Parkinson's disease. 
• Order, interpret, and analyze neurological tests, including MRIs, CT scans, EEGs, and lumbar punctures.
• Prescribe and administer treatments, monitor patient progress, and adjust medication as needed.
• Detect and respond to adverse drug reactions. 
• Counsel patients and their families on neurological disorders, treatment options, and long-term health management. 
• Perform follow-up visits to monitor patients or evaluate health or illness care. 
• Collaborate with primary care and specialty providers to ensure continuity and coordination of care.
• Provide consultative support to other providers in the clinic and affiliated facilities.

Administrative Duties:

· Maintain complete, accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).

· Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical team meetings.

· Support the development of clinical protocols and patient education materials.

· Participate in teaching opportunities or case conferences, if applicable.

· Supervise or coordinate patient care or support staff activities. 

· Maintain current knowledge of state legal regulations for practice. 

· Keep abreast of regulatory processes and payer systems. 

· Practice safe and healthy control methods while working with patients. 

· Ensure compliance and attention to all corporate policies and procedures.

• Follow facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures while on assignment
• Follow facility and GHR Unusual Occurrence Protocol
• Respect cultural and religious practices of minor patients
• Uphold HIPAA regulations
• Punctual and dependent for assigned/confirmed shifts

Our healthcare professionals enjoy competitive benefits, including:

• Highly competitive salaries with benefits, a 401(k) plan, and CME allowance
• Sign-On Bonus!
• Manageable work schedules, providers are not required to work evenings or weekends
• Some flexibility with schedules - great for providers with families/other responsibilities
• Night/Weekend call coverage!
• Opportunity to work with a diverse range of professionals
• A professionally challenging environment with a mix of disease acuity
• A career with administrative freedom - appropriate support staff is supplied
• Access to charting system that has been designed for quick and easy billing. Dictation available (including, but not limited to Dragon).

We are looking for skilled, self-motivated, and enthusiastic Providers. If you are interested, please submit your resume.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Malpractice insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Visa sponsorship
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• California MD/DO license (Required)

Work Location: In person

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: 

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school and completion of residency program.
• Board certified or board eligible in Neurology.
• Active medical license or eligibility to obtain licensure in California. 
• 3-5 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience 
• Expertise in a wide range of neurological disorders affecting the central and peripheral nervous systems. 
• Ability to perform and interpret complex diagnostic tests and imaging studies. 
• Capacity to respond to emergent situations like strokes or seizures and stay current with medical advancements. 
• Current BLS/ACLS required 
• Current DEA required 
• Experience in a multi-specialty or FQHC setting preferred
• In depth knowledge of legal medical guidelines and medicine best practices 

SKILLS:

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Active listening and active learning
• Flexibility to work with a variety of people, differing in ages, personalities, and backgrounds
• Time management skills to be able to see a high number of patients
• Interpersonal skills, compassion, and empathy to build positive relationships with patients and colleagues
• Critical thinking
• Social perceptiveness
• Complex problem solving
• Respect patient confidentiality