Consulting Physician

GGRC is currently hiring for a Physician to provide medical evaluations as part of the assessment process to determine eligibility for potential clients and provide consultation on medical matters to Social Workers and other staff in their ongoing efforts to serve clients. Work closely with nurses and case management staff on the clinical team for issues related to Consents for medical treatment/Advance directives. This role will be expected to work 32 hours a week and offers a hybrid schedule with the opportunity to work out of any of our three offices in San Mateo, San Francisco and San Rafael, CA. This role will also require travel within the Counties of San Francisco, San Mateo and Marin, and occasional statewide travel to sites throughout California. Access to reliable transportation permitting travel to and between many different locations throughout the day to perform the outlined responsibilities of the position.What You'll DoClient Assessment & SupportAssessment of individuals for eligibility purposes and level of functionDetermine medical diagnosesContact primary physicians and other agencies to obtain medical/health information and clarify or discuss diagnoses, treatment and other pertinent concernsArrange for specialty examinations and testsReview records pertaining to clients’ medical and developmental historyServe as lead member of Interdisciplinary Team in determining eligibility for center servicesParticipate with other GGRC professionals in planning for appropriate client careDevelop a plan to ensure that clients receive appropriate medical careCounsel others on the medical aspects of developmental disability and care needsServe as consultant on complex medical issues for continuing cases, including the use of psychotropic medications & polypharmacyCoordinate and serve as a liaison for family and case manager with medical/psychiatric/dental and other providers of care as necessaryWork closely with nurses and case management staff on the clinical team for issues related to Consents for medical treatment/Advance directivesOrganizational SupportCoach case managers on signs relating to medical developmental and behavior characteristics of the children we assess for eligibilityServe as consultant for other regional center professionalsServe on regional center and community committees as neededFunction as a liaison with the general medical communityAdvocate for prevention servicesParticipate in in-service training programsRepresents the center in the community and in medical associationsTrain local pediatric interns and residents about the Regional Center system and Developmental Disabilities. Attend meetings of the ARCA Physicians. Write reports and keep records as required and according to accepted professional standards. Participate in special projects, and assist with additional duties or tasks, as assigned. Maintain all client information as confidential in compliance with HIPAA and the California Lanterman Act.RequirementsEducationMedical Degree (M.D.)Possession of a license to practice medicine in California issued by the State Board of Medical Examiners at time of hire and ability to maintain license in good standingCertification or eligibility for certification by specialty board such as Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Family PracticeExperience2+ years in developmental disabilities or possession of MPH and 1+ years work with developmentally disabled; demonstrated interest in the developmentally disabledSkillsAbility to understand and interpret medical terms, symptoms and diagnoses into language understood by case managers and other staffAbility to make correct medical decisions, at times, with incomplete informationAccurate observation of (developmental) behavior in adults and childrenUnderstanding of human growth and developmentWritten communication: develop standard business communications with proper grammar, spelling and punctuationOral communication: convey complex information and ideas clearly and professionallyBasic familiarity with MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook or similar software applicationsCompetency TraitsBuild partnerships and trusts through collaboration, active listening and openness to new ideasWork within the context of a larger team, not as a private practice clinicianKeep the team and senior management informed regarding clinical issuesSupport employees to think critically and solve problemsDemonstrate sensitivity to individuals' concerns and needs; listen with patienceDeliver difficult news in a compassionate wayUse appropriate language that families will hear and understand; clarify complex dataTake initiative and stay current with new research, approaches, policies, laws, methods or technologiesAct quickly and decisively in a crisisPrioritize multiple competing tasks and focus on key outcomesDemonstrate respect and cultural awareness; manage own reactionsDesired QualificationsFamiliarity with Lanterman and Early Start RegulationsFamiliarity with governmental and non-governmental resources for applicants/clientsExperience in multi-cultural settings and/or multi-lingual capacityExperience working with IDDTraining and consultationBenefitsWe offer a comprehensive benefits package including Medical and Dental benefits with a generous employer contribution and additional employer paid Life, Disability and Vision coverage. 10% employer contribution to a 403(b) retirement account.GENEROUS TIME OFF BENEFITS!!! 13 vacation days, 15 sick days, 11 paid holidays, 6 personal holidays, and up to 5 paid days for continuing education.GGRC values diversity; people of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Golden Gate Regional Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.How To ApplyPlease complete the application and submit your most recent resume. If questions do not capture what you offer, you may attach a cover letter. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. We look forward to reading your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-24