Family Practice Physician and Pediatrician Opportunities - Santa Barbara Wine Country!

The Santa Ynez Tribal Health Clinic is situated in the heart of Santa Barbara's wine country. Travel approximately thirty miles from the clinic to explore the Santa Barbara coastline and its beautiful beaches and hiking trails. Within the Santa Ynez Valley, you'll find an array of outdoor activities such as horseback riding and golf. In addition, the town of Solvang is the Danish Capital of the United States and is just a few miles away from the clinic. For more information about our clinic, visit www.sythc.org. For more information about our location, visit www.visitsyv.com. For more information about the Chumash Tribe, visit www.santaynezchumash.org.

Practice Highlights

• 13 paid holidays, PTO accruals, and sick time accruals for Full Time staff
• Up to 7 days of CME for Full Time staff
• Competitive salary
• 30-min appointments
• 1-to-1 designated medical assistant
• 8 am-5 pm, Monday-Friday, no weekends
• On-call rotations shared between providers (phone calls only)
• Work-life balance
• Positive team atmosphere
• Located on the Central coast of CA in Santa Barbara's wine country
• Integrated telehealth during COVID-19
• Engaged leadership and infection control team
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for employee
• 401(k) retirement plan with traditional and Roth options and employer matching
• Malpractice insurance
• Loan repayment eligible site with multiple loan repayment options
• Well-equipped facilities with onsite ultrasound and NextGen EHR
• Integrated healthcare with behavioral health and dental services within the same building
• Tribal-owned by the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians

Family Physician

At the direction of the Medical Director, the Family Practice Physician is responsible for all services required by the patient except when emergency circumstances preclude the Family Practice Physician's role. The Family Practice Physician's services are professional and personal, and his/her responsibility continuous. The scope of the responsibility is comprehensive (i.e., all required services, including preventive services.) Participates as a member of the Medical Team.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Any and all duties as assigned by the Medical Director, up to and including:

• Provides consultation services; these include advice received from a telephone discussion with a specialist and may result in the referral of a patient to a specialist for services.
• Coordinates all services, not only his/her own, but also services by specialists when care by one or more specialists is required.
• Works as a member of the Medical Team comprised of (2) Family Physicians, (2) Physician Assistants, (2) Pediatricians (1 part-time), (2) Registered Nurses, (1) LVN, (7) Medical Assistants, including (1) assigned MA with (1) additional float MA, plus support staff to include front desk reception, medical records, referrals, IT, finance, etc.
• Utilizes spirometry, EKG, ultrasound, and dermatoscope machines for point-of-care use and as needed.
• Collaborates with internal Dental and Behavioral Health Departments for integrated care.
• Utilizes phone interpreter services as needed (e.g., Spanish, Arabic, Korean languages).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Pediatrician

At the direction of the Medical Director, the Pediatrician is responsible for all services required by the patient except when emergency circumstances preclude the Pediatrician's role. The Pediatrician's services are professional and personal, and his/her responsibility continuous. The scope of the responsibility is comprehensive (i.e., all required services, including preventive services.) Participates as a member of the Medical Team.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Any and all duties as assigned by the Medical Director, up to and including:

• Provides consultation services; these include advice received from a telephone discussion with a specialist and may result in the referral of a patient to a specialist for services.
• Coordinates all services, not only his/her own, but also services by specialists when care by one or more specialists is required.
• Works as a member of the Medical Team comprised of (2)Family Physicians, (2) Physician Assistants, (1) part-time Pediatrician, (2) Registered Nurses, (1) LVN, (7) Medical Assistants, including (1) assigned MA with (1) additional float MA, plus support staff to include front desk reception, medical records, referrals, IT, finance, etc.
• Performs physicals and well-child exams and same-day sick visits daily; medical equipment and technology available for use include spirometer, dermatoscope, and EKG and ultrasound machines.
• Collaborates with internal Dental and Behavioral Health Departments for integrated care.
• Utilizes phone interpreter services as needed (e.g., Spanish, Arabic, Korean languages).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS for Both Positions:

• Must possess unrestricted current licensure to practice medicine in the State of California as issued through the Medical Board of California.
• American Board-eligible or certified Family Practice Medicine or Pediatrics.
• Possession of a current valid CPR certification.
• Ability to communicate effectively and to a diverse audience.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Possess a warm, caring attitude.
• Experience and sensitivity in working with culturally diverse communities, including the ability to relate to and understand the special and specific needs of Native Americans.
• Ability to assist a patient in distress.
• Professional appearance and attitude.
• Strong commitment to mission, policies, and goals of the Santa Ynez Tribal Health Clinic.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• English-Spanish bilingual skills is highly desirable.
• Basic proficiency with computers, including EHR systems, and Microsoft Office applications such as Word and Outlook.
• Willingness to receive continuing education training (some travel required).
• Native American preferred.