Join Our Fast-Growing Healthcare Family as a Physician
Who We’re Seeking
Healthy Connections is looking for an experienced and compassionate Physician with a focus on HIV care and Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) to join our team at the Little Rock Midtown clinic. If you are dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare services to underserved populations and have specialized experience in HIV and MAT, we want to hear from you.
About Us
Healthy Connections is a Federally Qualified Health Center that has been serving the communities of southwest and central Arkansas since 1998. Our mission is to provide essential health, dental, behavioral health, and social services to individuals and families across all walks of life. We’ve been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Arkansas and are committed to community health and well-being.
NHSC Site Offering Incentive Programs
As an approved NHSC (National Health Service Corps) site, Healthy Connections offers exclusive health workforce incentive programs, including scholarships and loan repayments for eligible candidates. Joining our team provides an opportunity for professional growth while making a meaningful impact in the healthcare field.
How You’ll Contribute
As a Physician at Healthy Connections, you will provide comprehensive healthcare services, focusing on patients in need of HIV care and Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT). Your responsibilities will include conducting patient assessments, diagnosing and treating a variety of acute and chronic conditions, prescribing medications, and managing treatment plans. You will work closely with other healthcare providers, ensuring that all patients receive coordinated and holistic care. Additionally, you will educate patients and their families about their conditions, fostering a collaborative environment for better health outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough patient assessments, including physical exams and history evaluations.
- Diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions using evidence-based practices.
- Provide specialized care for patients with HIV and those requiring Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT).
- Prescribe medications, therapies, and treatments tailored to each patient’s needs.
- Collaborate with other healthcare team members to develop and monitor patient management plans.
- Refer patients to specialists as needed and coordinate care to ensure comprehensive treatment.
- Educate and counsel patients and families on health conditions and treatment options.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and support systems like Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) and Meaningful Use (MU).
Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited medical school with a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree.
- Completion of an approved residency program in a primary care specialty.
- Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Arkansas.
- DEA licensure.
- Experience with HIV care and Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) is required.
- Proficiency in Basic Life Support (BLS) techniques.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse populations in a community health setting.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office and network systems.
- CPR and ACLS training within 9 months of employment.
- Ability to travel to all clinic locations and meetings as needed.
- Fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or willingness to be vaccinated prior to employment.
Employee Benefits
- 4-day workweek, no weekends or on-call shifts
- Paid medical and dental insurance
- 401K with match
- Four weeks of vacation
- Paid CME
- Paid licensure and malpractice insurance
- Competitive compensation with an incentive plan
- Participation in the NHSC loan repayment program for eligible candidates
Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider
Healthy Connections is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider. If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at USDA Complaint Form, or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, by fax (202) 690-7442.
Join Our Fast-Growing Healthcare Family
At Healthy Connections, we believe in the power of exceptional healthcare professionals like you. As a Physician at our Little Rock Midtown clinic, you will make a real difference in the lives of patients who need it most. Join our mission of delivering compassionate, high-quality care, and take your career to the next level with a team that values your expertise and dedication.
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and grow professionally, apply today and join our thriving healthcare family.
Contact Us
To apply, please fill out the form on this page and upload your resume and letter of interest.