Asian Health Services, founded in 1974, provides medical, dental, and behavioral health services to more than 50,000 patients. Our approach to well-being focuses on “whole patient health” for all. We go beyond our clinic walls and invest in our community’s overall health. We know that income, housing, and environmental struggles lie at the heart of poor health. That’s why we also address food insecurity, youth leadership, and culturally competent care while working towards supporting safer streets and vibrant communities.
JOB SUMMARY:
Provide medical care of the highest quality to AHS patients. Be a leader of the health care team and provide input to improve the operations and quality of services delivered.
HOURS:
Volunteer and On-Call Physician hours are arranged by the Medical Director.
Clinical
Provide health maintenance.Provide preventative health care.Provide evaluation and treatment for acute and chronic illnesses.Provide health education to patients.Perform basic interpretation of EKGs and laboratory values.Supervise physician assistant, mid-level practitioner, nurses, any residents, and students in the care they provide.Assist with triaging phone calls and drop-in visits.Participate in 24-hour on-call and hospitalization responsibilities, as per agreement.
Administrative
Assist in maintaining and facilitating smooth clinic operations.Assist in utilization review and medical quality assurance, as requested by the Medical Director.Review patient charts and discuss patient disposition.Participate in designated projects delegated by the Medical Director.Assists in planning and conducting an in-service training program for an intern, resident, and technical staff.Assume administrative work as requested by the Medical Director.
Advocacy
Carry out health advocacy measures by overall AHS health advocacy plans.Serve as a facilitator in this process.Take initiative in discovering new and more effective means of conducting health advocacy work with patients.
Minimum Qualifications
Must have a valid California Physician/Surgeon licenseMust have current Board Certification or be Board Eligible in specialtyInterest and commitment to serve the Asian communityPrimary care specialty in pediatrics, family practice, etc
Preferred Qualifications
Proficient in an Asian language (Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, Tagalog) a plusExperience in working in the Asian community preferredperform duties.
Certifications, Licenses, Registrations
Valid California Physician/Surgeon licenseCurrent Board Certification or Board Eligible in specialty
On-call employees does not qualify for company benefits.
