Lead Physician

Job Description:

Lead Physician

Description

Type of Appointment: Full-Time, Probationary

Collective Bargaining Unit: Union of American Physicians and Dentists (UAPD) - Unit 1

Job Classification: Physician- Primary Care

Anticipated Hiring Amount: $13,406 - $21,000 per month

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm

THE DEPARTMENT

Student Health Services (SHS) is part of the Student Health and Wellbeing cluster within the Division of Student Affairs. This cluster underscores the University’s commitment to preventive and holistic approaches to wellbeing, supporting both students and the institution's mission and strategic plan. In addition to SHWS, this cluster encompasses Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) and the CARE Center (Basic Needs, CalFresh, Care Management). The mission of Student Health Services is to promote healthy lifestyles and academic success among students by offering quality medical and wellness services. The department provides ambulatory healthcare, health education programs, and prevention and healing services to the students of Cal Poly Pomona.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary Patient Care:

• In specialized or primary care areas of clinical expertise, primarily examines, diagnoses and treats patients, including those referred by Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants. Diagnose illnesses and prescribe and administer medical treatment, including medication abortion services and gender affirming care.
• Counsel students on related medical/personal problems and health measures and refers, when appropriate, to other health care professionals for diagnosis and treatment.
• Exhibit concern for both quality and cost of care; deliver quality patient-centered care with compassion; emphasize patient education when possible, including prevention and self-care; refer patients to Health Promotion for additional educational activities.
• Treat and follow up on treatment to ensure appropriate resolution of illness or injury; consult with private physicians and public agencies in securing treatment for students requiring services beyond those available on the campus.
• Maintain medical records with honesty and integrity; provide service in both private office and acute care setting; provide services during noon and evening hours of operation.
• Maintain broad privilege list in the credentialing process and exhibits a willingness to see a wide range of medical conditions; coordinate with campus Counseling Services and staff Psychiatrist for those patients presenting with mental health problems.
• Advise professional staff on developing health education and preventive medical care programs; participate in specialty clinics and staff conferences.
• As assigned and privileged, may perform minor surgery which does not require general anesthesia.

Lead Physician:

• Serve as a member of the Administrative Leadership Team; provide administrative leadership and completes administrative tasks for the clinical staff. Participates in the credentialing and privileging process for all clinicians. Will serve as Site Certifier for Family PACT program, as applicable.
• Facilitates and monitors professional peer review process; ensures that it meets AAAHC standards; provides the Health Records Technician the list of topics to be reviewed in the ensuing year.
• Serve as a consultant to the Director and contributes to performance evaluations of the clinical and ancillary staff.
• Directs, guides and determines schedule for an ongoing internal education process for clinicians, nurses and other health center staff.
• Serves as the Director of Laboratory and Radiology Supervisor unless delegated to another clinical staff member. Provides consultation regarding Pharmacy services.
• Advises the Director on clinical matters, policies affecting patient care and current practices. Represents the clinical staff in the development of written policies and procedures.
• Maintains liaison between the physicians, staff and the Director; serves special clinical functions or as a special consultant to SHS or university staff as needed.
• Consults with SHS physician staff on difficult clinical problems; reviews Incident Reports after evaluation by the Director if deemed necessary and is Chair of the Risk Management Committee.
• Serves on special committees as assigned; writes policies and procedures as needed especially on clinical matters.
• Reviews group physicals such as athletic physicals and international physicals and makes appropriate dispositions.
• Leads and coordinates SHS emergency preparedness to support the campus Emergency Management Program unless delegated to other staff. Leads SHS response to campus health emergencies.

Consults and Mentors:

• Provide professional consultant services to Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants on all types of care provided, including medication abortion services and gender affirming care; may be requested to serve as a preceptor to Nurse Practitioners/Physician Assistants.
• Provide professional consultant services to other SHS personnel including nurses, ancillary areas and administration. Documents consultations appropriately.
• Perform professional peer review, reviews medical records consistent with Student Health Services standards.
• Communicates with peers, Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants when indicated to obtain positive, productive and educational results.

Other Assignments:

• May participate in campus health and safety or sanitation program and may be assigned to serve on Student Health Services or campus committees.
• May represent the Student Health Services and the university on campus and systemwide committees. Other appropriate duties as assigned by the Director.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from a medical school and completion of a residency training program in a primary care field such as family medicine, general internal medicine, gynecology, general pediatrics, emergency medicine, preventive medicine accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or equivalent.
• Must possess and maintain the following:
  • A valid State of California license to practice medicine.
  • Current American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) or American Osteopathic Association (AOA) board certification appropriate for the assigned duties. See note below.
  • A valid Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration and number for prescribing controlled substances.
  • Current cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillator (CPR/AED) certification as appropriate for the assigned duties.
• Thorough knowledge of and the ability to effectively and efficiently apply the principles and methods essential to the diagnosis and treatment of common primary care medical disorders, and in the assessment and response to acute medical situations; understanding of community resources for referral of medical care and treatment beyond the scope of the Student Health Center; knowledge of current public health practices; knowledge of local, state, and national laws and regulations pertaining to the medical field; thorough knowledge of applicable professional ethics standards and patient privacy; ability to serve as a mentor and resource consultant for other health center personnel; and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of medical practitioners and specialists, as well as students, administrators, staff, and faculty.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledgeable in public health practices and procedures and ability to advise campus community in public health matters.
• Experienced in Adolescent Medicine.
• Expertise working in a CLIA waived laboratory setting.
• Proficient in the use of an electronic medical record system, specifically Point N Click.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

At Cal Poly Pomona, we are committed to the urgent and ongoing work of creating and sustaining an inclusive campus where all students, faculty, and staff are welcomed, respected and can flourish to achieve their dreams of success.

We believe diversity strengthens community. Cal Poly Pomona proudly holds designations as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI). In 2022, the campus launched the Black Thriving Initiative recognizing that Cal Poly Pomona’s future as a university must be linked to the success of its Black community.

More information about our campus initiatives can be found on the Office of Inclusive Excellence’s website .

Out of State Work

The California State University (CSU) system is a network of twenty-three public universities providing access to a quality education through the support of California taxpayers. Part of CSU’s mission is to prepare educated, responsible individuals to contribute to California’s schools, economy, culture, and future. As an agency of the State of California, the CSU’s business operations almost exclusively reside within California. The CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. For more information, go to https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/10899725/latest/ .

Background Check

Cal Poly Pomona will make a conditional offer of employment to final job candidates, pending the satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check). The conditional offer of employment may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. In determining the suitability of the candidate for the position, Cal Poly Pomona will give an individualized assessment to any information that the applicant submits for consideration regarding the criminal conviction history such as the nature, gravity and recency of the conviction, the candidate’s conduct, performance or rehabilitation efforts since the conviction and the nature of the job applied for. For more information, go to https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/13813878/latest/ .

CSU Classification

This position is part of the CSUEU bargaining unit, the CSU Classification Standards for this position are located on the following site, https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/careers/compensation/Pages/Classification-Standards.aspx . The CSU Salary Schedule is located on the following site: https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/careers/compensation/Pages/salary-schedule-documents.aspx . The classification salary range for this position according to the respective skill level is minimum $13,406 and maximum $22,768 per month. Please refer back to the anticipated hiring range for the appropriate salary rate for this particular position.

Employment Eligibility Verification

Cal Poly Pomona hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. For more information, go to https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents .

Conflict of Interest (Include this verbiage when the position being recruited has been designated as covered by the Conflict of Interest Code)

This position is a “designated position” in the California State University’s Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file financial interest disclosure forms subject to state regulations. For more information, go to https://www.cpp.edu/eoda-hr/departments/hrpar/coi.shtml .

Child Abuse/Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) (Include this verbiage when the Mandated Reporter box in the position description is checked)

The person holding this position is considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. See policy at https://calstate.policystat.com/v2/policy/10927154/latest/ .

Security & Fire Safety

In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), Cal Poly Pomona’s Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report are available for viewing at: https://www.cpp.edu/pdfs/annual_security_report.pdf and https://www.cpp.edu/housing/documents/fire_safety_report.pdf.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination

As a federal contractor, Cal Poly Pomona will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. For more information, see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision poster .

Reasonable Accommodation

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact the ADA Coordinator by email at ADACoordinator@cpp.edu . For more information, go to Employment Notices .

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cal Poly Pomona is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workforce. The university subscribes to all state and federal regulations that prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information, medical condition, and veteran or military status. We engage the talents of all qualified workers, regardless of their background. More information is available at Equal Employment Opportunity statement .

Other Notices

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Advertised: Nov 01 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Nov 15 2024 Pacific Standard Time

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