Physician (Urology)

Position Summary

San Ysidro Health (SYHealth) Urologist will treat outpatients with urologic conditions within a large Federally Qualified Health Center serving patients across San Diego County. Scope includes general male and female urinary health (e.g., bladder dysfunction, kidney stones, and prostate, bladder and kidney cancer), and outpatient clinic-appropriate urologic procedures (e.

g., cystoscopy). SYHealth Specialists support SYHealth Primary Care Providers (PCPs) and patients by providing specialty access within the SYHealth clinic system. Collaborates with other Specialists and Primary Care Providers in a team-based care model with excellent support staff, providing patient-centered care to a diverse patient population.

Essential Functions

Provides consultative services for complex diagnostic or therapeutic problems as requested by other staff physicians. Evaluates and manages acute medical problems and chronic diseases. Screens and monitors chronic conditions. Provides detailed documentation in a timely manner for every patient encounter. Coordinates the preparation of reports and written documentation including medical records, as required by SYHealth, state and federal agencies.

Maintains clear communication with referring PCPs. Provides clinical supervision for Nurses and assistants in examining room. May serve as a preceptor for Advanced Practice Providers (Physician Assistant and Nurse Practitioner). Occasional supervision of medical trainees (medical students and residents). Active participation in interdisciplinary team meetings.

Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, in-service meetings and workshops. Remains current in literature pertaining to Specialty. Attends department meetings and meetings with clinical supervisor as required. Performs other duties as assigned. Additional Duties and Responsibilities: Remains up-to-date with SYHealth required trainings.

Maintains and adheres to established departmental policies and procedures as needed, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards. Attends meetings as required and participates in committees as directed. Performs other duties as assigned. Job Requirements Experience Required: Completion of clinical training in Urology Preferred: 2 years post-completion of clinical training.

Education

Graduate from accredited school of Medicine. Certifications Required: Current CA MD/DO. DEA license. CPR certification. Board certified in Urology. Verbal and Written Skills Required to Perform the Job: Fluent oral and written communication skill in English. Preferred : Medical Spanish or experience working with translation services.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods of standing and walking. Frequent sitting. May assist patients getting into exam table. Use of phone, computer, and mouse. Must be able to work in an outpatient clinic setting with moderate noise levels and controlled office temperatures. Universal Requirements: Pre-employment requirements include I-9, physical, positive background and reference check results, complete application, new hire orientation, pre-employment PPDs.

Compliance with all mandated vaccinations and all boosters is a term and condition of employment.

About Us

San Ysidro Health is a Federally Qualified Health Care organization committed to providing high quality, compassionate, accessible and affordable healthcare services for the entire family. The organization was founded by seven women in search of medical services for their families and community. Almost 50 years later, San Ysidro Health now provides innovative care to over 108,000 patients through a vast and integrated network of 47 program sites across the county.

San Ysidro Health could not serve our patients without the dedication of our passionate and hardworking employees. Apply today and become a part of our mission-driven team! San Ysidro Health has a long-standing commitment to equal employment opportunity for all applicants for employment. Employment decisions including, but not limited to, those such as employee selection, performance evaluation, administration of benefits, working conditions, employee programs, transfers, position changes, training, disciplinary action, compensation, and separations are made without regard to race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming), creed, national origin, nationality, citizenship status, domestic partnership status, ancestry, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, civil union status, family status, age, mental or physical disability (including AIDS or HIV-related status), atypical heredity cellular or blood trait of an individual, genetic information or refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available the results of a genetic test, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.