Physician - Family Medicine

Description

At STRIDE Community Health Center, we’re dedicated to more than just providing healthcare—we’re committed to making a lasting impact on the lives of our patients and the communities we serve. As one of Colorado’s largest Federally Qualified Health Centers, we provide comprehensive services—including primary care, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health, health education, and outreach—to individuals and families throughout the Denver Metro area.

With over 35 years of serving our community, our growing team is at the heart of this mission. We believe healthcare is about more than treating illness; it's about fostering wellness and addressing the unique needs of every person, ensuring that no one is left behind. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are ready for a career that transforms lives—including your own—STRIDE is the place for you.

Schedule:  5-day, 8-hour shifts or 4-day, 10-hour shifts. Full-Time position.  

Location: Wheat Ridge Clinic - Wheat Ridge, CO. 80033

Summary

We are seeking a compassionate, mission-driven Family Physician to join our collaborative team. This position provides comprehensive outpatient primary care services. The ideal candidate is passionate about caring for families across the lifespan, committed to health equity, and enjoys working in a collaborative, team-based environment. The physician will also participate in clinical teaching and educational conferences, helping to train the next generation of community health clinicians. Experience in academic medicine or clinical education is preferred but not required. 

Essential Duties/Position Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive, evidence-based, full-spectrum family medicine for patients of all ages.  
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.  
• Contribute to didactic conferences and clinical teaching of family medicine and APP residents, students, and other learners.  
• Foster a positive learning environment that supports professional growth and evidence-based practice.  
• Participate in clinical quality improvement initiatives focused on improving patient outcomes, safety, access, and operational excellence.  
• Offer clinical consultation and arrange referrals to internal/external clinicians and services as appropriate. 
• Manage in basket messaging: labs, imaging results, medication refills, patient/staff communication. 
• Maintain timely, accurate, and complete clinical documentation within the electronic health record.  
• Respond to emails and other organizational communication messaging in a timely manner. 
• Complete required compliance and competency courses. 
• Attend all staff meetings and all other meetings as assigned 
• Demonstrate professionalism, cultural humility, and a commitment to equitable, patient-centered care.  
• Maintain professional competence through continuing medical education, lifelong learning, and ongoing board certification. 
• Other duties as assigned.  

Requirements

STRIDE Values:

• Community: All are welcome at STRIDE - our patients are the center of our work.
• Trust: Our patients feel safe, empowered, and supported.
• Value: We respond to patients' needs by providing effective, affordable care.
• Compassion: We treat patients with kindness, empathy, and dignity.

Education and Experience:

• Doctoral degree in Medicine or Osteopathy from an accredited educational institution. 
• Completed Family Medicine residency from accredited educational institution or school. 

Certificates, Licenses, and Registration

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine through the American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM) or the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians (AOBFP). Board certification is required within 6 months of employment.  
• Current, unrestricted Colorado medical license.  
• Current, unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration.  
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates proficiency in the delivery of full-spectrum Family Medicine. 
• Experience in academic medicine, residency education, or clinical teaching preferred, but not required.  
• Passion for serving diverse and medically underserved communities.  
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaborative leadership skills.  
• Possesses the capability to effectively and sensitively respond to the needs and concerns of STRIDE’s high acuity patient population. 
• Collaborates with other providers and clinical staff to develop continual quality improvement procedures and provide quality patient-centered care. 
• Manages sensitive information ethically and responsibly. 
• Possesses knowledge of the electronic medical records (EMR) system. STRIDE uses Epic. 

Tools you’ll use:

Computer (personal laptop supplied by STRIDE), printer, copy/scanner, multi-line telephone systems, fax machine, and all Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Excel, and the internet. 

Working Environment and Physical Activities:

Office environment within a clinical setting. Enters data into computer programs via computer, mouse and keyboard. Moves/transports objects up to 25 lbs frequently and up to 75 lbs. occasionally. Communicates information to others. Discerns/analyzes information from others to assist in decision making. 

We offer a competitive salary range of $218,788 - $248,216, depending on your experience.

This range reflects STRIDE’s good faith estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting. The final salary for the selected candidate will be determined based on several factors, including experience, education, budget, internal equity, specialty, and training.

At STRIDE Community Health Center, we value a strong and collaborative work environment. To ensure a successful integration into our team, we implement a 90-day probationary period for all new employees. This timeframe is designed to evaluate performance and assess cultural alignment within our organization. It offers both the employee and the employer the opportunity to determine if the role is a mutual fit, promoting long-term success and satisfaction in your career with us. Join our dedicated team and contribute to our mission of providing quality health care to our community!

Why STRIDE?

Join us for a fulfilling career with a comprehensive full-time benefits package that promotes professional growth, well-being, and financial security, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA), including dependent care options
• 401(k) with matching
• Work-life balance
• NHSC Loan Repayment
• Tuition reimbursement and/or Continuing Medical Education (CME) 
• No nights, weekends, or major holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts on top attractions, hotels, more

STRIDE conducts background checks, including criminal history, education, license and certification. 

STRIDE is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.

STRIDE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act, providing reasonable accommodations as needed.

Health and Safety Commitment:

To ensure the safety of our patients, staff, and communities, all new hires at STRIDE must receive an annual flu shot or provide an exemption, as well as undergo tuberculosis screening and testing.

Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.