Job Details: HIV Physician

Description: Care, Treatment, Commitment. Make a difference at AIDS Healthcare Foundation!
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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We are searching for a Full-time HIV specialist, either an Internist or Family Physician with additional HIV training and/or experience OR an Infectious Disease specialist with HIV experience to be part of our Healthcare Center Team.

This amazing opportunity is to work on a Full-time regular basis at our Hollywood Healthcare Center location:
1300 N Vermont Avenue, Suite 407
Los Angeles, CA 90027
The Healthcare Center hours of operations are: Monday-Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

JOB DESCRIPTION

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

- Begins assigned clinics on time.

- Maintains productivity standard set at 7 patients per ½ day clinic. Ensures compliance with standard by coordinating patient scheduling to compensate for no-show rate.

- Provides on-call coverage on rotation schedule.

- 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 to discuss difficult patients.

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

- Speaks directly to AHF inpatient physician at appropriate hospital, writes out H&P (History and Physical) and admitting orders at time of patient admission; Gives H&P and admitting orders to patient to take to emergency room.

- 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:
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with AHF's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work, appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

EDUCATION/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.

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 & REGISTRATIONS:
- Valid California Medical License.
- Board Certified in Internal Medicine or Family Practice.
- Valid DEA certificate.

Are you intrigued by this amazing opportunity? Are you eager to learn more?
If so, please send your cv via e-mail to: careers@aidshealth.org or fax it to: (323) 417-5030.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Salary: Depending on Experience
Position Type: Full Time, Employee
Reference: 0301 Physician

Audia Wells, HR Business Line Manager
AIDS Healthcare Foundation
6255 W. Sunset Blvd., 21st. Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90028

We look forward to hearing from you!

Posting Date: May 1 08