DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

(Include but are not limited to the following) Clinical Care Provide medical care appropriate to specialty, including preventive, acute, and/or chronic disease managementConduct patient assessments, histories, and physical examinationsDiagnose and treat a range of conditions within scope of practiceOrder, interpret, and communicate laboratory and diagnostic test resultsPerform procedures appropriate to specialty and credentialingPrescribe medications and develop treatment plansManage chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD, and heart diseaseProvide age- and condition-appropriate screenings and preventive services Care Coordination & Continuity Coordinate care with other physicians, specialists, hospitals, and care providersFacilitate referrals and ensure appropriate follow-up careParticipate in transitions of care and population health initiatives as applicableCollaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes Patient Experience & Communication Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, and prevention strategiesFoster a patient-centered environment that promotes understanding and trustBuild and maintain therapeutic relationships with patients Documentation & Compliance Maintain accurate, timely, and complete electronic medical recordsDocument patient encounters, care plans, and outcomesComply with regulatory, billing, and quality reporting requirementsReview and sign charts per organizational standards Hospital & Community Engagement Participate in community health initiatives and outreach as appropriateSupport organizational quality improvement and performance initiatives Leadership & Organizational Contribution Provide clinical guidance to nursing and support staffCollaborate with advanced practice providers and care team membersParticipate in committees, meetings, and organizational initiativesRecommend process improvements to enhance patient care and efficiencyPromote WCHC's mission, values, and standards