Physician
Job Description
Are you a board-certified physician looking to provide excellent primary care in a faith-based, community health setting? Esperanza Health Center is seeking a Family Medicine or Med/Peds Physician to join our team in North Philadelphia. You'll care for a vibrant, predominantly Latino patient population while working alongside a collaborative team of clinicians committed to compassionate, Christ-centered healthcare. This is a rewarding opportunity to integrate your medical skills with spiritual service and make a lasting impact in an underserved community.
Position Title: Family Medicine or Med/Peds Physician
Department: Clinical Services
Reports To: Medical Director
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Location: Esperanza Health Center – North Philadelphia
Loan Repayment Eligibility: National Health Service Corps, Pennsylvania Loan Repayment Program, or Project MedSend
Language Requirement: Spanish proficiency preferred; willingness to learn required
Position Summary
The Physician provides high-quality, Christ-centered primary care to patients of all ages in a community health setting. This includes managing acute and chronic medical conditions, collaborating with interdisciplinary care teams, mentoring students and mid-level providers, and supporting Esperanza’s spiritual mission. Physicians must be committed to biblical ethics in medical practice and care delivery.
Key Responsibilities'05; Clinical Excellence & Workflow
Arrive to shifts and meetings on time and prepared
Complete clinical documentation within 24 hours of patient visits
Maintain current licensure, DEA registration, and CME credits
Manage patient panels and meet personal volume targets
Respond promptly to urgent patient calls and messages
Lead and participate in team huddles
Delegate responsibilities to medical assistants and support staff effectively
Ensure timely follow-up for chronic conditions, abnormal labs, and no-shows
Coordinate care for walk-ins and unscheduled patients
Encourage efficiency and minimize patient wait times
Model positive, respectful communication with all team members
Chart and complete referrals in real time when possible
Deliver appropriate care based on established clinical guidelines
Practice cost-effective, evidence-based medicine
Perform and document procedures accurately and safely
Maintain up-to-date problem and medication lists
Follow up on all high-risk labs and referrals
Avoid prescribing or referring for elective pregnancy terminations; follow a biblical ethic on reproductive health
Holistic & Spiritual Care
Screen for psychological and social needs and refer appropriately
Provide spiritual care, including prayer, Scripture, and gospel-centered encouragement when welcomed by the patient
Respect boundaries and avoid coercive spiritual conversations
Serve all patients with humility, love, and self-control, regardless of faith background
Interpersonal & Leadership Responsibilities
Resolve conflicts directly and respectfully
Maintain a positive presence and contribute to team morale
Precept and mentor medical learners and support team members
Provide supervision for NPs and PAs as needed
Participate in daily staff devotions and contribute to Esperanza’s spiritual culture
Be actively involved in a Bible-teaching church
Suggest and support continuous quality and process improvement
Additional Requirements
Use administrative time efficiently
Collaborate on educational and promotional initiatives (optional)
Assist with grant, fundraising, and outreach efforts (optional)
Qualifications
Board-certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine/Pediatrics
Spanish proficiency or strong willingness to learn
Experience working in underserved communities preferred
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Commitment to integrating Christian faith into patient care
Must be eligible for and maintain necessary credentials for licensure and hospital privileges
COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement
All Esperanza Health Center employees, contractors, and volunteers working on-site are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Valid medical or religious exemption requests will be reviewed; start dates may be delayed pending compliance.
