Primary Care Physician
Company: Equitas Health, Inc.
Location: Toledo
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:
Established in 1984, Equitas Health is a regional not-for-profit
community-based healthcare system and federally qualified community
health center look-alike. Its expanded mission has made it one of
the nation’s largest HIV/AIDS, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender,
and queer/questioning (LGBTQ) healthcare organizations. With 22
offices in 12 cities, it serves more than 67,000 individuals in
Ohio, Kentucky, and West Virginia each year through its diverse
healthcare and social service delivery system focused around:
primary and specialized medical care, retail pharmacy, dental,
behavioral health, HIV/STI prevention, advocacy, and community
health initiatives. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Essential functions of
the job include, but are not limited to, traveling, driving or
having reliable transportation; written communication; relationship
building with clients and community partners; utilizing a computer
for typing and conducting research; attending meetings; and
presenting to individuals, small and large groups. SALARY RANGE:
$200,000-$240,000 annually WITH A $10,000 sign ON bonus BENEFITS
PTO Vision Dental Health 401k Sick time MAJOR AREAS OF
RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide the highest quality outpatient medical
services to patients by assessing healthcare needs, performing
physical examinations, ordering pertinent diagnostic tests,
diagnosing, and prescribing pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic
therapies including controlled substances and hormone therapy.
Educate patients on Transgender Health, HIV disease, primary care
issues, and adherence strategies to medications prescribed. Provide
culturally competent health care to all patients with particular
focus on the LGBTQ community. Play a key role on a
multidisciplinary team to develop coordinated treatment plans for
patients. Assist with the development and implementation of clinic
policies and procedures, clinical protocols, continuous quality
improvement standards and program monitoring. Work closely with
administrative staff and the Medical Director to implement
innovative approaches to care and meet strict standards as imposed
by a variety of accrediting bodies. Develop strong collaborative
relationships with other community providers, particularly referral
sources and the hospital at which physician will be privileged.
Continually update knowledge on topics related to LGBTQ health,
primary care topics and HIV/AIDS through reading, conference
attendance, lectures and other educational opportunities.
Participate in quality efforts to increase health outcomes for
patients. Act as a collaborating physician for Advanced Practice
Providers (APPs) on staff. Demonstrate unconditional positive
regard to clients and conduct all aspects of job responsibilities
with a focus on exceptional customer service. Continuously grow and
develop cultural competency, exhibiting an understanding,
awareness, and respect for diversity. Practice cultural humility in
daily interactions with staff, patients and community. Contribute
to a positive work environment by demonstrating unconditional
positive regard to all Equitas Health employees, interns, etc. with
an understanding, awareness, and respect for diversity. Other
medical center and pharmacy related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION/LICENSURE: Graduation from an accredited university with
a Doctor of Medicine degree or a Doctor of Osteopathy degree.
Completion of accredited residency program Active and unrestricted
medical licensure in Ohio Federal DEA license Board certification
in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Knowledge, Skills,
Abilities and other Qualifications : Passion for and cultural
competency in serving LGBTQ patients Ability to be credentialed and
privileged by the Board Excellent bedside manner and commitment to
customer service Ability to provide clinic coverage one Saturday
morning per month and select (evening(s) per week. Must have
sensitivity to, interest in and competence in cultural differences,
HIV/AIDS, minority health, and a demonstrated competence in working
with persons of color, and LGBTQ communities. Proficiency in all
Microsoft Office applications and other computer applications
required. Experience with Epic preferred and ability to learn new
technologies, web tools, and basic design tools is imperative. Must
have reliable transportation and valid Ohio driver’s license. OTHER
INFORMATION: Background and reference checks will be conducted. In
accordance with Equitas Health’s Drug-Free Workplace Policy,
pre-employment drug testing will be administered. Hours may vary,
including working some evenings and weekends based on workload.
Individuals are not considered applicants until they have been
asked to visit for an interview and at that time complete an
application for employment. Completing the application does not
guarantee employment. EOE/AA
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