Physician (Primary Care) - Hannibal, St. Louis, or Columbia

Job Description:

Job Title: Physician (Primary Care)
Location: Hannibal, Columbia, or St. Louis, MO (Hannibal preferred)

Department: Centerstone

Employment Type: Full Time

Shift: Monday - Friday

Job Summary:

In this role as a Physician, you will provide direct patient care, including medical evaluations, medication management, and emergency services for individuals struggling with medical and addiction issues. In addition, the Physician will participate in staff training and development activities, contribute to program evaluation and grant applications, and engage in public health education initiatives.

Hannibal, Missouri, is special for its historical significance as Mark Twain's boyhood home, scenic location along the Mississippi River, affordable living, and tight-knit community spirit. It offers career opportunities, including in dentistry, and a high quality of life with its blend of charm, natural beauty, and community engagement. Join us in making a difference in the lives of individuals who seek our services!

Position Perks & Benefits:

• PTO: 160 hours per year front-loaded annual leave (40 hours may roll-over from year to year)

• Sick Leave: 40 hours front-loaded sick leave (does not roll-over from year to year)

• CME: $3,500 CME expense reimbursement with 5 paid days CME every two years (does not roll-over but is renewed every 2 years)

• 100% of relevant professional license fees reimbursed by the company

• 100% professional liability insurance covered by the company

• Eligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment *eligibility requirements

• Comprehensive Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more**

• Flexible Spending Accounts – HSA/FSA healthcare and dependent child-care

• Competitive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan – up to 5% match for Part-Time and Full-Time employees

• Company-paid basic life insurance

• Emergency Medical Leave Program

• Health & Wellness Program

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Employee Discount Program

• Mileage Reimbursement

Essential Job Functions:

• Examine, diagnose, and create treatment plans for patients with health and/or addiction medicine concerns.

• Provide direct patient care, including medical evaluations and medication management services.

• Carry a caseload as determined in collaboration with supervisory staff.

• Participate in emergency services to offer rapid aid during emotional crises.

• Ensure comprehensive follow-up care for all clients.

• Join client staffing meetings upon request to identify problems and establish treatment goals; assume management responsibility for assigned cases.

• Attend required meetings, trainings, and staff development activities organized by Brightli or as assigned.

• Support management needs, such as data collection, program evaluation, grant applications, and maintenance of service contracts.

• Engage in public and community health education through forums, educational materials, and media appearances.

• Adhere to quality assurance procedures and follow established rules and regulations of the Health Information Management (HIM) department.

• Complete medical evaluations and medication follow-up appointments in a timely manner as assigned by support services.

• Participate in the on-call rotation for physicians (voluntary and for additional compensation).

• Offer medical consultation to internal staff and external entities, including the court system, as requested by the supervisor/administrative team.

• Collaborate, and provide support to assigned Nurse Practitioners, fellows, residents and students; act as backup for colleagues when needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex ideas to patients, staff, and the public.

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex documents and using an electronic health record system is essential.

• Basic mathematical skills and the capacity to apply logic to carry out written, oral, or diagrammed instructions.

• Ability to establish effective relationships via telephone, telemedicine, or in-person contacts.

• Capable of working in a group practice, following directions, and accepting supervision.

• Ability to work effectively with a diverse patient population

• Experience in a similar role is preferred

Experience and Education Qualifications:

• Medical degree from an accredited institution

• Valid medical license in the applicable state

• Board-certified in Family Medicine; Addiction Medicine certification preferred

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Preferred Family Health Care is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.