Internist

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing•Wyckoff, NJ

2h•$190,000 - $240,000•Onsite

About The Position

A nursing home facility in Bergen County, New Jersey, is seeking an Internist or Nursing Home Physician to provide comprehensive medical care to residents. The role offers a competitive base salary of $190,000–$240,000 per year, additional bonus potential, and flexible scheduling. Residents and fellows are welcome to apply. The position may be full-time or part-time, with a minimum of three days per week. The physician will provide care in a specialized geriatric setting, including evaluation and treatment of acute and chronic conditions, medication management, patient counseling, monitoring and follow-up, referrals, and support for long-term-care patients. The provider will also maintain patient records and may conduct research into medications, treatments, or procedures. The position requires an MD or DO from an accredited medical school, an active New Jersey medical license, a valid New York State license, and willingness to work in New York until the New Jersey location is established. Candidates must be board certified or board eligible. Proficiency in geriatric medicine, chronic disease management, and electronic health records is required, along with excellent bedside manner, communication, empathy, and the ability to work effectively with elderly patients and their families.

Requirements

MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
Active New Jersey State Medical License.
Valid New York State license and willingness to work in New York until the New Jersey location is established.
Board Certified or Board Eligible.
Proficiency in geriatric medicine, chronic disease management, and electronic health records.
Excellent bedside manner and strong communication skills.
Empathy and ability to work effectively with elderly patients and their families.

Nice To Haves

Residents and fellows are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

Consult with patients to understand their symptoms and health concerns.
Diagnose and treat acute illnesses and chronic diseases and conditions.
Prescribe or administer medication, therapy, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury.
Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients.
Monitor patients' conditions and progress, and re-evaluate treatments as necessary.
Provide health and wellness advice, including guidance on diet, physical activity, hygiene, and disease prevention.
Immunize patients against preventable diseases.
Maintain detailed notes of patient appointments, including comments, tests, prescribed treatments, and test results.
Refer patients to other medical specialists when necessary.
Provide support and advice to patients receiving long-term care.
Prepare official health documents or records when necessary.
Conduct research into testing and development of medications, treatment methods, or procedures to prevent or control illness, disease, or injury.