Physician - New Orleans Mobile Unit

Physician 

AMAZING INDIVIDUALS WORKING FOR POSITIVE PEOPLE at AIDS Healthcare Foundation!

Does the idea of doing something that really makes a difference in people?s lives while being well-compensated intrigue you? Are you looking to work for an organization that encourages growth and success from each and every one of its employees? If so, AIDS Healthcare Foundation is the place for you!

Founded in 1987, AIDS Healthcare Foundation is the largest specialized provider of HIV/AIDS medical care in the nation. Our mission is to provide cutting edge medicine and advocacy, regardless of ability to pay. Through our healthcare centers, pharmacies, health plan, research and other activities, AHF provides access to the latest HIV treatments for all who need them.

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AIDS Healthcare foundation is currently seeking an M.D. to work in our New Orleans Health Care Center and Mobile Clinic. This is a full tme position with a competitive benefits package.

Clinic Location and Hours
2601 Tulane Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70119
Tuesday and Thursday
8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Days out in the field:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.

- Begins assigned clinics on time. Clinic is offered three days a week in the mobile unit and 2 days in the fixed clinic.

- Maintains productivity standard set at 7 patients per ? day clinic. Ensures compliance with standard by coordinating patient scheduling to compensate for no-show rate.

- Reviews laboratory test results and other reports.

- Authorizes refills for medications.

- Completes diagnosis forms, applications for SSI, Medi-Cal and HRSA forms in a timely manner.

- Reviews charts and performs peer reviews as assigned.

- Provides supervision to mid-level providers and signs their charts as assigned.

- Attends all clinic case conferences (telephone) to discuss difficult patients.

- Works with nursing and front office staff to accommodate urgent care/walk-in patients.

- Schedules vacation or conference leave time at least one month in advance, and arranges for own coverage.

Participation in AHF Meetings/Committees
- Medical Staff Meeting
- HIV Intercity Rounds

Supervisory Responsibilities
None.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience
Doctorate degree (M.D., Ph.D., R.Ph.) or equivalent; or more than 10 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style. Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

Mathematical Skills
Basic Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability
Highest Skills: Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.,) and its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

Other Skills & Abilities/Qualifications
- Sensitivity to issues surrounding HIV and AIDS.
- Demonstrates flexibility and willingness to provide coverage at other AHF sites upon request.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
- Valid Louisiana Medical License without restriction.
- Board Certified in Infectious Disease, Internal Medicine or Family Practice.
- Valid DEA certificate.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Are you intrigued by this amazing opportunity? Are you eager to learn more? If so, please send your resume via e-mail to: Careers@aidshealth.org or fax it to: (323) 417-5030. For more information, please visit our website: www.aidshealth.org

Additional Information
Salary: $125,000 - $135,000 Based on Experience
Position Type: Full Time, Employee
Reference Code: 0230 - Physician / Mobile Unit

Contact Information
Jake Smith, HR Recruiter
AIDS Healthcare Foundation
6255 W. Sunset Blvd., 21st. Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90028
Fax Number: (323) 417-5030

We look forward to hearing from you!