Primary Care Physician
Company: ChenMed
Location: Norfolk
Posted on: February 26, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description We’re unique. You should be, too. We’re changing
lives every day. For both our patients and our team members. Are
you innovative and entrepreneurial minded? Is your work ethic and
ambition off the charts? Do you inspire others with your kindness
and joy? We’re different than most primary care providers. We’re
rapidly expanding and we need great people to join our team. The
Primary Care Physician (PCP) is a licensed/Board Certified/Board
Eligible trained professional in internal or family medicine who
plays a key role as part of the clinical operations team providing
direct patient care and providing assessments primarily in the
ambulatory health care center setting, or occasionally in acute
care, nursing homes, skilled nursing facilities (SNF) and home
settings depending on the nature of the assignment. The
responsibilities include but are not limited to: geriatric
assessment, medical history, physical exam, diagnosis and
treatment, development of the plan of care, health education,
specialty referrals, case management referrals, follow-up and clear
documentation according to ChenMed standards for quality, service,
productivity and teamwork. It also includes the participation in
clinical rounds and conferences plus in-depth documentation through
written progress notes and summaries. The PCP will be required to
demonstrate the ability to function both independently and in
collaboration with other health care professionals. The PCP will
consult with the applicable managers and medical directors to
ensure compliance with guidelines along with participating in risk
and quality management programs, clinical meetings and other
meetings as required. The PCP will adhere to strict departmental
goals/objectives, standards of performance, regulatory compliance,
quality patient care compliance, and policies and procedures.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Functions independently as a
primary care practitioner as part of a patient care team.
Independently assesses acute and non-acute clinical problems.
Performs and documents physical assessments and patient histories,
analyzes trends in patient conditions, and develops, documents and
implements a patient management plan in response to the data
obtained. This also includes assisting in the development of the
plan of care in addition to providing appropriate patient/
family/significant other counseling and education. Plans patient
care based on in-depth knowledge of the specific patient population
and/ or protocol, anticipating and identifying physiological and/
or psychological problems commonly encountered including the
consideration of the patient’s cultural background, level of
understanding, personality and support systems. Serves as patient
advocate. Patient management includes the following: 1) writing
admission, transfer and discharge orders; 2) ordering and
interpreting appropriate laboratory and diagnostic studies: 3)
ordering of appropriate medication and treatments; 4) referring
patients for consultation when indicated i.e. dermatology,
neurology, ophthalmology, endocrine, surgery, intensive care,
infectious disease, hematology, psychiatry, social service,
dietary, etc.;5) Documentation through in-depth progress notes and
summaries. Participates in patient care rounds and conferences.
Communicates patient management strategies to members of the
patient care team. Collaborates with members of the
multidisciplinary team to ensure that patient management strategies
are successful in meeting patient care needs. Recognizes situations
which require the immediate attention and initiates life-saving
procedures when necessary. Uses advanced communication skills to
problem solve complex situations and to improve processes and
service to patients. Collaborates with other multidisciplinary team
members to analyze and evaluate current systems of health care
delivery to identify and implement new practice patterns as
appropriate. Participates in outside activities that enhance
personal and professional growth and development. Initiates
arrangements and writes orders for discharges and completes
appropriate paperwork. Works collaboratively with physicians,
nurses, PT, social workers, family and key caregivers to transition
the patient to a lower level of care as soon as medically
appropriate. Advocacy & Education-ensuring the patient has an
advocate for needed services and any needed education. Introduces
self to patient/family and explain primary care provider role.
Facilitates patient/family conferences to review treatment goals,
optimize resource utilization, provide family education and
identify needs. Enhances a collaborative relationship to maximize
the patient’s/family’s ability to make informed decisions re: goals
of care, palliative care and hospice. Utilization/Financial
Management-managing resource utilization and reimbursement for
services. Facilitates discharge to appropriate level of care and
uses preferred providers when additional services are required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Competencies for Success Scientific
Foundation Competencies Critically analyzes data and evidence for
improving clinical practice. Integrates knowledge from the
humanities and sciences. Translates research and other forms of
knowledge to improve practice processes and outcomes. Develops new
practice approaches based on the integration of research, theory,
and practice knowledge. Leadership Competencies Assumes complex and
advanced leadership roles to initiate and guide change. Provides
leadership to foster collaboration with multiple stakeholders (e.g.
patients, community, integrated health care teams, and policy
makers) to improve health care. Demonstrates leadership that uses
critical and reflective thinking. Advocates for improved access,
quality and cost effective health care. Advances practice through
the development and implementation of innovations incorporating
principles of change. Communicates practice knowledge effectively
both orally and in writing. Participates in professional
organizations and activities that influence health outcomes of a
population focus. Quality Competencies Uses best available evidence
to continuously improve quality of clinical practice. Evaluates the
relationships among quality, safety, access, and cost and their
influence on health care. Evaluates how organizational structure,
care processes, financing, marketing and policy decisions impact
the quality of health care. Applies skills in peer review to
promote a culture of excellence. Anticipates variations in practice
and is proactive in implementing interventions to ensure quality.
Practice Inquiry Competencies Provides leadership in the
translation of new knowledge into practice. Generates knowledge
from clinical practice to improve practice and patient outcomes.
Applies clinical investigative skills to improve health outcomes.
Leads practice inquiry, individually or in partnership with others.
Disseminates evidence from inquiry to diverse audiences using
multiple modalities. Analyzes clinical guidelines for
individualized application into practice. Technology and
Information Literacy Competencies Integrates appropriate
technologies for knowledge management to improve health care.
Translates technical and scientific health information appropriate
for various users’ needs. Assesses the patient’s and caregiver’s
educational needs to provide effective, personalized health care.
Coaches the patient and caregiver for positive behavioral change.
Demonstrates information literacy skills in complex decision
making. Contributes to the design of clinical information systems
that promote safe, quality and cost effective care. Uses technology
systems, with ongoing learning and updates, which capture data on
variables for the evaluation of primary care. Policy Competencies
Demonstrates an understanding of the interdependence of policy and
practice. Advocates for ethical policies that promote access,
equity, quality, and cost. Analyzes ethical, legal, and social
factors influencing policy development. Contributes in the
development of health policy. Analyzes the implications of health
policy across disciplines. Evaluates the impact of globalization on
health care policy development. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE CRITERIA:
MD or DO in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics or
similar specialty required Must be able to obtain a State Medical
License or already have a current, active State Medical License for
the state(s) in which he/she will be working Board certification in
Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics or similar specialty
is preferred. Board Eligibility is required Once Board certified,
PCP will maintain board certification in their specialty by doing
necessary MOC, CME and/or retaking board exams as required Must
have a current DEA number for schedule II-V controlled substances
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart
Association (AMA) or American Red Cross required w/in first 90 days
of employment. PAY RANGE: $214,700 - $306,714 Salary EMPLOYEE
BENEFITS https://chenmed.makeityoursource.com/helpful -documents
We’re ChenMed and we’re transforming healthcare for seniors and
changing America’s healthcare for the better. Family-owned and
physician-led, our unique approach allows us to improve the health
and well-being of the populations we serve. We’re growing rapidly
as we seek to rescue more and more seniors from inadequate health
care. ChenMed is changing lives for the people we serve and the
people we hire. With great compensation, comprehensive benefits,
career development and advancement opportunities and so much more,
our employees enjoy great work-life balance and opportunities to
grow. Join our team who make a difference in people’s lives every
single day. Current Employee apply HERE Current Contingent Worker
please see job aid HERE to apply LI-Onsite
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