Primary Care Physician (Internal Medicine / Family Medicine / Geriatrics)

Quick Facts

• Role: Primary Care Physician (Internal Medicine / Family Medicine / Geriatrics)
• Focus: Nursing home primary care within the standard of care
• Schedule: Day shift; 8am–4pm or 9am–5pm
• Location: Bronx & Brooklyn
• Salary: $250,000–$300,000

Description

Provide primary medical care services for nursing home patients in collaboration with the primary healthcare team. Diagnose conditions using reports, test results, medical records, and examinations; order labs and radiology as needed and refer to specialists when appropriate. Prescribe medications and treatment regimens, counsel patients on side effects and lifestyle/diet changes, and ensure compliance with quality, safety, infection control, documentation, and privacy requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary medical care services for nursing home patients
• Order laboratory and radiology tests; refer to specialists when appropriate
• Analyze reports and diagnostic information to diagnose conditions and propose treatment options
• Prescribe pharmaceuticals and treatment regimens for documented conditions
• Review allergies and discuss potential side effects with patients
• Advise patients on lifestyle and diet changes to improve health
• Follow departmental policies and quality/safety/infection control standards
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with federal and state health privacy laws
• Record complete, timely, and legible medical records

Requirements

• BC/BE in Geriatrics, Internal Medicine, Palliative Care/Hospice, or Family Medicine
• MD or DO from an accredited U.S. medical school
• Successful completion of residency (or completed U.S. residency / 5-year pathway)
• Active NY License / Current New York State Medical Practitioner License
• Current DEA and DPS registration for prescription writing (may be obtained during credentialing)
• Experience in primary care and diagnostic services in a clinical setting
• Experience working on a healthcare team and collaborating to support positive patient experiences

Benefits

• Salary: $250,000–$300,000
• Day shift schedule: 8am–4pm or 9am–5pm