Job Description
Are you looking to practice rural medicine? Gifford has an opportunity for an experienced physician to join our well established, successful Primary Care office in Randolph. Gifford embraces a team approach to patient care, supported by collaborative relationships throughout the organization. As a primary care clinician, you will benefit from the additional support of our Community Health Team, and our Population Health Team for your patients.
Gifford Health Care, in Randolph, VT, an FQHC, along with Gifford Medical Center, a Critical Access Hospital is seeking a well-rounded Primary Care Physician.
This is a unique opportunity to work in a spectacular setting at a rural, non-profit hospital with a progressive philosophy, transparent leadership, and supportive culture.
As a Critical Access Hospital (CAH) and a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), Gifford is well known for its progressive approach to providing primary, specialty, and surgical care to the many communities it serves. It is home to the first birthing center in Vermont, has modern imaging and diagnostic equipment, and an award winning nursing home and child enrichment center, as well as an outstanding food service run by top chefs. This is a great opportunity to join a strong team that collaborates on projects and ideas supporting one another, making Gifford an enjoyable place to work.
Located in Central VT it provides the perfect combination of family-centered care and advanced technology. We are located just a half-hour from the state capital and less than an hour from some of the Northeast’s top ski areas. Enjoy congenial colleagues and an abundance of outdoor activities for all seasons.
Gifford offers excellent salary with full benefits including hospital 403(b) plan with a match.
A mission of caring
The medical center’s mission is to improve individuals’ and community health by providing and assuring access to affordable and high-quality health care in Gifford’s multi-town service area. This is accomplished through a unique commitment to both one another and each patient the medical center serves, and by living the Gifford values – supporting families, maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct and outreach to the community.
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Competitive wages
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Onsite parking and childcare
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An excellent retirement plan
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Health plans including dental, vision, short- and long-term disability
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Discounted gym membership
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Employee discounts at local retailers
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Providing care to patients with recently discharged from a hospital stay or ED visit
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Educating patients and their families about their condition and what they should expect from the treatment plan
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Performing examinations and diagnostic test s to assess the patient’s condition
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Communicating with their Primary Care Clinician to determine the best care plan for every patient
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Providing acute care to patients as needed
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Keeping records that track patient progress
Requirements
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Ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and compassion in a fast-paced setting
This job will afford you a fantastic lifestyle in a great family-oriented community with a vast array of outdoor activities at your doorstep! Our location offers wonderful recreational fun, good schools in safe communities, and easy access to Boston, Montreal, and NYC. This is a chance to practice and live in a location most desired for vacation.
We are one of three hospitals in the country who have both a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Critical Access Hospital (CAH) status. Gifford is well known for its progressive approach to providing primary and specialty care to the many communities it serves with patient care centers in the surrounding area that include sports medicine, orthopedics, pediatrics’, urology, family practice, and more! In 2014, Gifford was again named as one of the Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals out of 1,300 in the nation. This is a great opportunity to join a strong team that collaborates on projects and ideas supporting one another, making Gifford an enjoyable place to work.
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