Sample physician job description

[Hospital X] seeks to meet the health needs of our community by providing the highest level of services, with an emphasis on primary and preventive care. Our physicians and staff are leaders in community health, medical education, and compassionate patient treatment and support. We’re looking for a primary care physician to join our Adult Medicine team. This role provides an opportunity to make a positive difference in the community while growing professionally alongside our experienced team members. The ideal candidate is a highly skilled and experienced medical practitioner who is diligent, kind, and patient.

Objectives of this role

• Deliver a high standard of medical care to individuals in the community
• Work alongside staff members as a part of an integrated, interdisciplinary team
• Develop and deliver a model of care that supports the wellness of our patients and staff
• Serve as a primary source of medical information for members of the community

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and assess treatment plans for patients
• Communicate treatment plans effectively to patients, family members, and other medical staff members
• Assist and advise staff members on challenging cases, as needed
• Refer patients to specialists or other practices, when necessary
• Maintain accurate documentation of all procedures and practices

Required skills and qualifications

• Doctor of medicine (MD) or doctor of osteopathic medicine (DO) degree, or equivalent
• License in good standing for the practice of medicine
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Kind, compassionate disposition with special focus on patient needs

Preferred skills and qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in a clinical setting
• Ability to communicate in more than one language