Internal Medicine Physician Health Center Gaithersburg

Employment Details

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: The Health Center Physician is responsible for managing the diagnosis and efficient and effective treatment of Health Center patients to include a therapeutic health service that focuses on health restoration, health maintenance and disease prevention. The Staff Physician is responsible for participating in the Center’s Quality Performance Improvement program. The Staff Physician advises management on clinical matters and the results of any external audits, clinical quality problems and the progress of quality improvement efforts and maintains in compliance with Federal, State, and Local health care regulations as well as the Joint Commission standards. Primary medical care will be provided in a culturally competent manner to a medically underserved, low income, uninsured patient population. After hours coverage will be maintained as appropriate. Supports the Mission of Trinity Health and Holy Cross Hospital.

General Summary

The Staff Physician is responsible for managing the diagnosis and efficient and effective treatment of Health Center patients to include a therapeutic health service that focuses on health restoration, health maintenance and disease prevention. Providing patient exams and consultations striving to reach 10 patient visits per 4-hour session. The Staff Physician is responsible for participating in the Center’s Quality Performance Improvement program. The Staff Physician advises management on clinical matters and the results of any external audits, clinical quality problems and the progress of quality improvement efforts. The Staff Physician maintains in compliance with Federal, State, and Local health care regulations as well as the Joint Commission standards. Primary medical care will be provided in a culturally competent manner to a medically underserved, low income, uninsured patient population. After hours coverage will be maintained as appropriate. Supports the Mission of Trinity Health and Holy Cross Hospital.

Pay Range

$208K - $353K

Minimum Licensure/Certification Required (if applicable)

Medical Doctor with current Maryland licensure free from restrictions or limitations. DEA registered CDS licensed CPR certified

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

Graduation from an accredited school of medicine and successful completion of a residency program. Minimum of 3 years clinical experience in acute care setting, preferably a community health center serving culturally diverse and underserved patient populations. A minimum of two years supervisory experience required. Experience in the development and management of quality, risk, and utilization review processes. Demonstrated leadership, communication, and analytical skills. Bilingual preferred, Able to use computers. Reads, writes, speaks and comprehends English.

Working Conditions

Physical Requirements: Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Visual Acuity: The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes. Environmental Conditions: The worker is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement and Commitment

Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) status. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

About Trinity Health

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.