Primary Care Physician

Company: Oak Street Health
Location: Decatur
Posted on: January 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Overview of the Primary Care Physician Position: The Primary Care Physician delivers value-driven healthcare primarily to Medicare beneficiaries at community-based primary care facilities, emphasizing high-quality care and preventive health measures. Key responsibilities encompass evaluating patients, prescribing treatments, managing healthcare teams, and maintaining electronic health records. Candidates must possess a valid medical license, board certification or eligibility in Internal or Family Medicine, along with experience or a keen interest in geriatric care and value-oriented healthcare models. At our organization, we are dedicated to creating a health-focused environment for every individual, supported by a team of passionate colleagues committed to revolutionizing healthcare. As a leading health solutions provider in the nation, we connect with millions of Americans through our local presence, digital platforms, and a workforce of over 300,000 dedicated professionals. We prioritize caring for individuals in a manner that is more connected, convenient, and compassionate, ensuring that we approach our work with heart every single day. Position Title: Primary Care Physician Organization: Our Company Role Overview: The role of a Primary Care Physician within our organization is to deliver equitable and effective value-based healthcare to local Medicare populations at our innovative network of community primary care centers. Our physicians work within a single medical facility, supported by extensive care teams, allowing them to concentrate on enhancing the quality of care rather than merely increasing the volume of services provided. Our value-based care framework and competitive incentive structures are designed to reward positive outcomes, minimize hospital admissions, promote preventive care, and ensure an exceptional patient experience. We seek physicians who are genuinely motivated to provide outstanding care to older adults. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. Highly qualified candidates may also be considered for a Center Medical Director role. Key Responsibilities: Evaluate and diagnose patients at our local clinics. Oversee and manage primary care services. Prescribe and administer medications and treatments. Maintain patient electronic medical records using Canopy and Greenway. Collaborate with regional and central leadership to achieve health quality objectives. Work alongside Practice Managers to lead and manage the center's care team. Perform additional duties as assigned. Essential Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited Medical Doctor (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) program. Board Certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine (or board eligible). Possession of an active, unrestricted state medical license. Active DEA registration. Authorization to work in the U.S. Preferred Qualifications: Completion of a fellowship in Geriatrics. Experience in treating geriatric populations. Familiarity with value-based healthcare models. Experience in collaborative environments to ensure positive health outcomes. Background in outpatient primary care settings. Bilingual skills are a plus where applicable. Expected Weekly Hours: 40 Employment Type: Full-time Salary Range: The anticipated salary range for this position is: $174,070.00 - $374,920.00 This range reflects the base hourly rate or annual salary for all roles within the job grade applicable to this position. The actual salary offered will be influenced by various factors, including experience, education, location, and other relevant considerations. Our workforce is the foundation of our future. Our teams mirror the diverse customers, patients, members, and communities we serve, and we are committed to creating a workplace where every colleague feels valued and included. Exceptional Benefits for Exceptional People: We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive array of compensation and benefits, investing in the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of our colleagues and their families to support their health. In addition to competitive salaries, our benefits package includes: Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (with company matching contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan. No-cost programs for all employees such as wellness screenings, tobacco cessation, weight management initiatives, confidential counseling, and financial coaching. Benefit solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, employee assistance programs, tuition support, retiree medical access, and many other benefits based on eligibility. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, with no specific deadline for submission. Qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Keywords: Primary Care Physician, Value-Based Healthcare, Medicare Patient Care, Geriatrics, Preventive Medicine, Patient Assessment, Outpatient Care, Electronic Medical Records, Healthcare Collaboration, Board Certified Physician

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