Physician - Continuous

• Job Category Mission Driven, Community Impact, Patient Centered Care
• Industry Faith Based Health Care, Federally Qualified Health Center, Community Health
• Required Degree Doctorate
• Manage Others No

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Description

This is an evergreen requisition created to maintain a continuous pool of qualified candidates. Because this position remains open on an ongoing basis, submitting an application here does not guarantee that you are being considered for an immediate active opening. If your profile matches a specific open position, ourHR team will contact you to transition your application to a standard job requisition. We periodically close and refresh evergreen postings; if you remain interested after a closing cycle, you may be asked to reapply.

Make a Difference Through Medicine and Ministry

Are you a physician who wants to do more than treat symptoms? At Christ Community Health Services Augusta, you can use your medical expertise to improve lives, strengthen families, and serve our community with compassion and purpose.

We are seeking a dedicated Physician to join our growing team and provide high-quality, integrated primary care to patients throughout the greater Augusta area. This is an opportunity to combine clinical excellence with a heart for service, helping individuals and families access the care they need regardless of their financial circumstances.

If you are passionate about patient-centered care and want your work to make a lasting difference, we invite you to explore a career with CCH.

Who We Are

Christ Community Health Services Augusta is a growing, community- and faith-based nonprofit organization providing affordable, quality primary care throughout a ten-county region of Georgia and South Carolina.

Our Mission: To proclaim Jesus Christ as Lord and to demonstrate His love by providing affordable, quality primary health care to the underserved.

Our Vision: In response to God’s grace, we desire to be a part of the redemptive work of Christ to the economically, socially, and spiritually impoverished communities of Augusta, Georgia.

As a federally qualified health center, CCH operates four medical clinics and a dental clinic strategically located in urban Augusta neighborhoods. We serve patients experiencing medical, economic, and transportation barriers, accepting patients with no insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, and most commercial insurance plans.

Our integrated services include:

Adult and pediatric primary care

Integrated behavioral health

Family dentistry

Physical therapy

HIV and chronic disease care management

Laboratory services

Prescription assistance

Specialty referrals

At CCH, we believe caring for the whole person means addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Our team works collaboratively to deliver compassionate care that reflects the love of Christ and strengthens the communities we serve.

What You'll Do

As a Physician, you will provide comprehensive primary care within your area of training and collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team to promote positive patient outcomes. You will play an important role in delivering evidence-based care, supporting preventive health, and helping patients navigate their health care needs.

Clinical Care & Patient Outcomes

Conduct routine, annual, and problem-focused physical examinations.

Evaluate patient histories, symptoms, physical findings, and diagnostic information to establish appropriate diagnoses.

Develop individualized treatment plans that address medical needs and incorporate behavioral and spiritual considerations when appropriate.

Prescribe medications in accordance with Georgia law and applicable professional practice guidelines.

Maintain accurate, complete, and timely documentation of patient care plans, treatment, and prognoses.

Provide patient education focused on wellness, disease prevention, risk reduction, and long-term health.

Refer patients to appropriate specialists and external resources when services are not available within CCH.

Team Collaboration & Clinical Leadership

Work closely with providers and other care team members to deliver coordinated, integrated care.

Facilitate care team huddles, providing clinical guidance and direction to support team members.

Supervise residents in training and support coordinated student learning activities.

Participate in outreach and off-site health care programs that support community needs and organizational quality initiatives.

Professional Excellence & Compliance

Follow organizational policies, procedures, and established standards of care.

Maintain current knowledge of applicable state laws, regulations, and reimbursement requirements.

Stay informed about payer systems and regulatory processes, including Medicare, Medicaid, managed care, and commercial insurance.

Support CCH's mission, vision, and philosophy of ministry through professional conduct and collaborative service.

Requirements

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a physician who combines strong clinical judgment with compassion, integrity, and a commitment to serving diverse patient populations.

Skills & Professional Attributes

A genuine commitment to CCH's mission, vision, and core values.

A compassionate, respectful, and patient-centered approach to care.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to work effectively with a diverse team and patient population.

Personal integrity, reliability, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn and grow.

The ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage a dynamic clinical workload.

Proficiency with electronic medical records, email, and web-based applications.

Required Qualifications

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O) degree from an accredited medical school.

Completion of an accredited residency program.

Current, active Georgia medical license.

Current, active Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration.

Board certification or eligibility for board certification in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Pediatrics.

Current, active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Summary

Why Join Christ Community?

At CCH, your work is more than a job. It's an opportunity to combine your calling to medicine with meaningful service to the community.

We recognize that our team members have lives and responsibilities beyond the workplace. That's why we strive to offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:

Employer-paid medical insurance

Employer-paid life insurance

Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer matching

Dental and vision insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

Flexible spending accounts

Employee care credit

Tuition assistance

Additional employee benefits and resources

CCH is also a qualifying employer for eligible HRSA-funded loan repayment opportunities and the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Eligibility and program requirements apply.

Join Us in Serving Our Community

At Christ Community Health Services Augusta, we believe excellent health care and compassionate service go hand in hand. If you're ready to use your skills to care for the whole person, support an engaged clinical team, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of underserved patients, we invite you to join our ministry.

Bring your expertise. Share your compassion. Make a difference with Christ Community Health Services Augusta.