Physician (Evergreen)

SUPERVISOR: Chief Medical Officer CLASSIFICATION:Salaried Exempt

HOURS:Full-Time, Flexible Schedule (May include weekend and/or evening hours)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy, licensed to practice in New York State prior to start date of employment
• Completion of three-year or four-year Family Medicine Residency
• Board-eligible from American Board of Family Medicine. Board-certified within one year of employment.
• Commitment to the mission and values of Jericho Road Community Health Center
• Passion for high quality primary health care and community development among a culturally and linguistically diverse urban population
• Demonstrated ability to develop collaborative working relationships
• Excellent patient-centered skills and clinical capabilities
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team environment
• Willingness to be flexible
• Proficient in utilizing electronic health records
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Reliable transportation within the city of Buffalo
• Experience working with low-income, diverse, multilingual populations highly desired

JOB SUMMARY:The family medicine physician is responsible for providing high quality primary medical care for patients at Jericho Road Community Health Center as part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team. The physician will be primarily based at one outpatient clinic and may cover at times in other clinic sites. Ideally, the family medicine physician will work on the Jericho Road inpatient service covering adult, pediatrics, and obstetric patients, while having the opportunity to work with resident physicians. The ability to travel to our global clinic sites is available after one year of employment.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide high quality primary care for adult, pediatric, and obstetric patients of Jericho Road Community Health Center
• Offer comprehensive, patient and family centered care
• Ensure consistent, cost-effective care
• Maintain electronic medical records efficiently and maximize resources
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary clinical and program teams at Jericho Road Community Health Center
• Create a learning plan that includes familiarity with new research and changes to standard of practice
• Participate in quality improvement activities with a data-driven approach
• Provide inpatient adult, pediatric, and obstetric care as part of a call pool with other family medicine and OB/GYN physicians
• Willingness to work with family medicine and pediatrics residents
• Attend required staff and provider meetings except when clinical activities prevent such attendance
• Provide patient care in a wholistic manner including attention to physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time. Exert up to 50 pounds, pushing, pulling, or lifting. Walking, climbing stairs required. Able to talk/hear, communicate with others with or without reasonable accommodation.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:Must be able to travel to sites using own personal vehicle while maintaining standards of safety and compliance with motor vehicle traffic laws.

FQHC in Buffalo, NY Seeking Mission Driven Physician

HPSA Score of 18

Practice Medicine with a Purpose:

• Reputable FQHC has been serving Buffalo since 1997
• Mission-Driven Care: Jericho Road focuses on providing compassionate, high-quality healthcare to disinvested and vulnerable populations, including refugees, immigrants, and economically disadvantaged families, aligning with a mission of social justice and health equity.
• Join a team that strives for workforce diversity that represents our patient populations
• Opportunities to educate residents and students in both outpatient and inpatient settings
• Great benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance; salary continuation or up to 6 weeks for a short-term disability, and an employer paid life insurance plan.
• Opportunity to apply for travel to a JRCHC global site in Sierra Leone, Democratic Republic of Congo, or Nepal; travel 50% paid for by JRCHC, with wage continuation for the duration of the trip

Why Buffalo?

• Diverse and Inclusive Community: Buffalo's growing population of refugees and immigrants enriches the city with cultural diversity, fostering a vibrant, inclusive community and offering a wide range of global cuisines, traditions, and perspectives.
• Cultural Attractions: Buffalo boasts rich cultural offerings, including the AKG Art Gallery, African American Cultural Center, vibrant theater scene, and historic architecture.
• Outdoor Recreation: Proximity to natural attractions like Niagara Falls, Lake Erie, and numerous parks make Buffalo great for outdoor activities like hiking, skiing, and boating.
• Proximity to Other Major Cities: Buffalo's location provides easy access to Toronto, New York City, and other major cities, giving you a balance of small-city life with big-city options nearby.