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Description Community Health Centers of America is hiring for a Cardiologist to work in our family practice clinics in the Merced , CA area. Possibly will also work in partner long-term care facilities. You will be responsible for diagnosing and treating patients for acute, episodic or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team, in the clinic setting. Community Health Centers of America is a premier multi-specialty group focused on improving the health of the community through excellence in clinical care. Our goal is to provide better care to the patient with a collaborative, supportive, respectful, and productive work environment for its healthcare professionals. Job Description: • Obtains, analyzes, and interprets patients' histories, symptoms, physical findings, or diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnoses. • Diagnoses or treats acute health care problems such as illnesses, infections, or injuries. • Recommends diagnostic or therapeutic interventions. • Prescribes medications. • Educates patients about self-management of acute or chronic illnesses. • Orders, performs, or interprets the results of diagnostic tests. • Maintains complete and detailed records of patients' health care plans and prognoses. • Detects and responds to adverse drug reactions. • Perform follow-up visits to monitor patients or evaluate health or illness care. • Performs cardiological physical examinations. • Supervises or coordinates patient care or support staff activities. • Maintains current knowledge of state legal regulations for nurse practitioner practice. • Keeps abreast of regulatory processes and payer systems. • Obtains health information from patient. • Performs physical examinations and assesses any medical problems. • Practices safe and healthy control methods while working with patients. • Educations patients and families concerning medical treatments, medications, etc. • Administers or orders for diagnostic tests such as x-ray, electrocardiograms and lab tests. • Interprets test results to diagnosis any related health issues. • Counsel patients about compliance with medication. • Assists in pre-operation or post-operation care. • Coordinates activities of patient care. • Document patient progress with medication or treatment. • Collaborate with other physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, including healthcare professional staff to form a high performing medical team. Ensure compliance and attention to all corporate policies and procedures. • Follow facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures while on assignment • Follow facility and GHR Unusual Occurrence Protocol • Respect cultural and religious practices of minor patients • Uphold HIPAA regulations • Punctual and dependent for assigned/confirmed shifts Our healthcare professionals enjoy competitive benefits, including: • Highly competitive salaries with benefits, a 401(k) plan, and CME allowance • Sign-On Bonus! • Manageable work schedules, providers are not required to work evenings or weekends • Some flexibility with schedules - great for providers with families/other responsibilities • Night/Weekend call coverage! • Opportunity to work with a diverse range of professionals • A professionally challenging environment with a mix of disease acuity • A career with administrative freedom - appropriate support staff is supplied • Access to charting system that has been designed for quick and easy billing. Dictation available (including, but not limited to Dragon). We are looking for skilled, self-motivated, and enthusiastic Providers. If you are interested, please submit your resume. Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Flexible schedule • Health insurance • Life insurance • Loan forgiveness • Malpractice insurance • Paid time off • Professional development assistance • Referral program • Relocation assistance • Visa sponsorship • Vision insurance License/Certification: • California MD/DO license (Required) Work Location: In person Schedule: • Day shift • Monday to Friday • No nights • No weekends Requirements POSITION REQUIREMENTS: • Must possess a degree in medicine and a valid license from the California Medical Board. • Experience: 3-5 years of related experience preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience • Licenses/Certifications: Appropriate certifications and/or licensures • Current BLS/ACLS required • Current DEA required • In depth knowledge of legal medical guidelines and medicine best practices SKILLS: • Excellent verbal and written communication • Active listening and active learning • Flexibility to work with a variety of people, differing in ages, personalities, and backgrounds • Time management skills to be able to see a high number of patients • Interpersonal skills, compassion, and empathy to build positive relationships with patients and colleagues • Critical thinking • Social perceptiveness • Complex problem solving • Respect patient confidentiality