POSITION OVERVIEW:
IBCC is looking for a Chief Medical Officer (CMO) to lead the organization’s medical services and the exemplary care of our patients at our Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Imperial Beach.
In this critical role, the CMO provides the overall vision for standard-of-care methodologies, provider support, and oversight of the organization’s clinical programs to meet patient needs while adhering to Federal Health Resource & Services Administration (HRSA) and various grant-funded care and administrative requirements.
As an active medical provider, the CMO supervises and delivers comprehensive primary and preventive health care services to patients from diverse and underserved populations and implements strategies to ensure all medical providers meet or exceed agency targets for patient visits per hour.
The CMO works closely with clinical staff and teams across departments to ensure medical services meet the highest standards and oversees quality improvement efforts to improve clinical performance and maintain compliance with all credentialing standards.
As the leading medical expert at Imperial Beach Community Clinic, this role proactively evaluates developments in medical care, makes recommendations for new practices and procedures, and advises the Executive Director and medical teams on matters impacting patient care.
The CMO position is a full-time, exempt role that supervises the Assistant Chief Medical Officer and oversees all medical providers. The CMO is an active member of the leadership team and reports to the Board of Directors and the Chief Executive Officer.
Expected time commitment: Administration 70% / Clinical 30% (Approximate and subject to adjustment).
Compensation range: Depending on experience $308,000 – $431,000
Schedule: Monday to Friday with occasional evening/weekend clinic coverage as needed.
Qualifications:
- Education: Doctorate (Required).
- Licensing & Certification:
- Licensed to practice in
- Valid DEA
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in an applicable
- Experience:
- Minimum five years of outpatient practice experience
- Minimum three years of management experience, including training and leading strong teams
Required Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:
- Demonstrated executive leadership experience in a clinical setting
- Proven work experience as a supervisor or director, with knowledge of community health centers, public assistance programs, and state/federal regulations
- Ability to interface with all levels of personnel in a professional manner, including diverse social, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds within government-funded programs
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and mentor medical staff
- Comprehensive understanding of performance metrics and clinical quality improvement strategies
- Ability to develop and implement organizational goals through management of medical and support staff
- Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, organizational, and strategic planning skills
- Ability to manage confidential materials and information professionally
- Excellent customer service skills and a commitment to providing the highest level of patient satisfaction
- Ability and willingness to adhere to the organization’s attendance and dress code policies
- Proficiency in Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems, with experience in eClinicalWorks preferred
- Experience/familiarity with business communication tools, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel), and internet-based research
Preferred Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:
- Experience working in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) or nonprofit healthcare setting
- Experience with eClinicalWorks Practice Management and Electronic Health Records systems
- Ability to develop clinical strategies, improve provider performance, and implement leadership development initiatives
POSITION: PHYSICIAN STAFF – FAMILY PRACTICE/INTERNAL MEDICINE
REPORTS TO: CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $266,000.00 – $373,000.00 per year
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Responsible for examining, diagnosing, and treating patients in accordance with recognized community standards. Physicians are members of patient-centered care teams.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
Administrative
- Assists in monitoring and approving the appropriateness of the pharmaceutical prescriptions of the midlevel and performs chart review on their medical records.
Clinical
- Examines, diagnoses, and treats patients in accordance with recognized community standards.
- Orders laboratory tests, x-rays, consultation, and diagnostic tests for patients as appropriate.
- Adequately documents care provided in the patient’s medical record immediately following each visit.
- Provides appropriate clinical information on patient visits to permit appropriate grant or insurance billing.
- Provides on-call telephone triage as scheduled.
- Adheres to the IBCC Mission, Vision, and Values, Standards of Conduct and HIPAA principles.
- Consistently adheres to and/or exceeds IBCC’s communication guidelines and expectations with patients, peers, and supervisor
- As an integral part of a patient-centered care team, solicits and respects patients’ values and preferences; ensures patients are recognized as members of their care team and have an active voice in decisions about their care; builds positive relationships with patients and staff, and participates in patient-centered medical home team meetings and trainings
- Participates in continuous quality improvement activities
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Possesses license to practice medicine in the State of California.
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Primary Care Physician.
- Two years experience as provider in an outpatient clinic, preferably community based.
- Excellent communication and inter-personal and teamwork skills.
- Able to relate to culturally diverse patients and community.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) very helpful.
OTHER EXPECTATIONS:
- Adheres to the IBCC Mission, Vision, and Values, Standards of Conduct and HIPPA principles
License/Certification:
- BC/BE (Required)
- Medical License (Required)
Work Location: One location
Job Type: Full-time
Medical specialties:
- Primary Care
NURSE PRACTIONER Family Practice
$140,000 – $190,000
RESPONSIBLE TO: Chief Medical Officer
I. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under the direction and supervision of the Medical Director, the Nurse Practitioner performs duties normally assigned in the general practice of ambulatory family medicine.
II. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provides all patient care services as outlined in medical protocols under the supervision of the Medical Director or an M.D. designated by the Medical Director.
2. Provides direct diagnostic and therapeutic care including initial and follow-up visits to patients who may be seen for a variety of reasons.
3. Provides direct patient care including history taking, physical examination, assessment, health education and counseling, prescribing, and routine procedures.
4. Consults with supervising physician on non-routine matters.
5. Refers patients for M.D. evaluation as outlined in protocols.
6. Participates on Medical Quality review committee and in required audits.
7. Maintains close liaison with and makes referrals to specialists as necessary and approved by the Medical Director.
8. Actively seeks educational materials for patient use that meet standards of accuracy, quality and appropriateness.
9. Performs other related duties as may be required by the Medical Director or Administrative supervisor.
III. QUALIFICATIONS
1. Current licensure in State of California as a Registered Nurse and satisfactory completion of an accredited training program.
2. California Board Certification or Board Eligible as a Nurse Practitioner.
3. Prior experience in an outpatient setting.
4. Current CPR certification.
Job Type: Full-time
LVN
$33.00 – $39.00 per hour
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
Patient Care
- Oversee patient care, including managing patient flow and adherence to clinical protocols.
- Assist patients by responding to calls and electronic inquiries.
- Escort patients to exam rooms promptly to maintain patient flow.
- Obtain and document vital signs, height, and weight in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
- Collect and process laboratory specimens according to protocols.
Provider Assistance
- Support healthcare providers by performing diagnostic tests as per protocol or provider requests.
- Administer immunizations and medications, following approved guidelines.
- Manage pharmacy communications, including E-refills and clinical messages.
- Interpret and document PPD skin test results in the EHR.
Operational Duties
- Perform quality control tests on laboratory equipment as required.
- Prepare and stock exam rooms, including supplies for mass vaccinations and drive-thru clinics.
- Manage and resolve conflicts effectively while maintaining professionalism.
Staff Management
- Create and evaluate staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage and efficient clinic operations.
- Assign tasks and responsibilities to Medical Assistants (MAs) to optimize workflow and patient care.
- Provide training and onboarding for new hires to support clinic standards and protocols.
Quality and Growth
- Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) initiatives and Quality Care activities.
- Attend staff meetings and required in-service trainings to support professional development.
- Ensure flexibility to work at other clinic sites as needed.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Qualities & Characteristics
- Foster professional relationships with coworkers, patients, and the community.
- Demonstrate honesty, ethics, and a positive attitude in all interactions.
- Maintain enthusiasm for the work and the mission of the organization.
- Show respect and courtesy to all individuals served by the clinic.
Professional Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Required:
- Valid California LVN License.
- Current CPR certification.
- Proficiency in handling confidential patient health information.
- Effective time management and teamwork skills.
- Preferred:
- Familiarity with primary care outpatient clinic procedures.
- One year of experience in an FQHC setting.
- Knowledge of Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) standards and protocols.
Communication Skills
- Maintain neat and legible handwriting.
- Interact courteously and calmly with patients.
- Communicate effectively in both verbal and written forms.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
- Lift up to 40 pounds and push up to 100 pounds (on wheels).
- Stand and move on feet for most of the day.
- Hear and communicate clearly in person and over the phone.
- Perform tasks requiring manual dexterity and visual accuracy.
- Reach, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, twist, and turn as needed.
- Exposure to Aerosol Transmitted Diseases (ATD) and Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP).
Certified Phlebotomy Technician
$24.00 – $26.00 per hour
Excellent and effective communication with laboratory patients, problem resolution, supply inventories and record keeping.
Essential Functions of the Job:
- Demonstrate skills, and abilities by following the guidelines in venipuncture, heel and finger stick
- Have knowledge skills in basic collection and specimen preparation storage and disposal of specimen according to Lab procedure Manuals
- Basic computer literacy to meet department needs and duties but not limited to order entry, cancellation, and results tracking.
- Performs other clerical duties in reporting results and distribution in a timely manner.
- Ability to multi task, flexible, ensures accuracy and completeness of work, adaptable to change to meet department and business needs.
- Possess personal characteristics of professionalism, credible commitment to high standards with excellent communication skills; effectively and clearly communicate verbally and in writing with patients and other customers.
Requirements
Education Required (Minimum level of education): High School or equivalent
Certifications/Licenses Required:
Phlebotomy Certification – Current California State Phlebotomy Licensure Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate Preferred: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers
Experience Required (Minimum level of experience)
Two years medical laboratory experience as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) Proficient in medical terminology. Have basic computer literacy.
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