Nursing Home Physician

Quick Facts

• Role: Nursing Home Physician (primary care)
• Credentials: Board Certified or Board Eligible
• Focus: Geriatric/nursing home care, diagnostics, and ongoing patient treatment

Description

Board-certified or board-eligible physicians are needed for a nursing home division within an expanding primary care team. You will assess and diagnose patients, order laboratory and radiology testing, prescribe medications and care regimens, and coordinate with other healthcare professionals. The work emphasizes meeting state and national standards for nursing home caregiving and delivering high-quality diagnostic services.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary medical care to nursing home patients in accordance with the standard of care
• Order laboratory and radiology tests and refer to specialists when appropriate
• Analyze reports, test results, medical records, and exams to diagnose conditions and propose treatment options
• Prescribe pharmaceuticals/medications and treatment regimens for documented medical conditions
• Review and keep allergy information up to date and discuss potential side effects with patients
• Advise patients on lifestyle and diet changes to improve health outcomes and recovery
• Follow departmental policies, quality improvement objectives, and safety/infection-control standards
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with federal and state health information privacy laws
• Keep medical records complete, timely, and legible

Requirements

• BC/BE in Geriatrics, Internal Medicine, Palliative Care/Hospice, or Family Medicine
• MD or DO degree from an accredited US medical school
• Successful completion of residency (or completed US residency or 5-year pathway)
• Active NY license / New York State Medical Practitioner License
• Current DEA and DPS registration for prescription writing (or credentialing pathway)
• Experience providing primary care and diagnostic services in a clinical setting
• Experience working in a team and collaborating with other healthcare professionals

Benefits

• Opportunity to join an expanding primary care team and provide high-quality nursing home medical care