Physician - Nursing Home

Essen Medical Associates • , NY

7d • $200,000 - $230,000

About The Position

Essen Health Care is seeking Board Certified or Board Eligible physicians for its Nursing Home Division. The role is part of an expanding primary care team that provides high-quality treatment and diagnostic services to nursing home patients. Positions are available in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, Poughkeepsie, Long Island, and Westchester County.

Physicians meet with patients, assess and diagnose their conditions, and provide healthcare services that meet state and national standards for caregiving. They prescribe appropriate medication, health regimens, and lifestyle adjustments to address diagnosed health issues, prevent future problems, and promote healthier lives. The role involves working closely with other healthcare professionals. Residents and fellows are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Geriatrics, Internal Medicine, Palliative Care/Hospice, or Family Medicine.
• MD or DO degree from an accredited United States medical school.
• Successful completion of residency at an accredited healthcare institution, or completion of a US residency or 5 year pathway.
• Active New York license and current New York State Medical Practitioner License.
• Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and Department of Public Safety (DPS) registration for prescription writing; the posting notes these may be obtained during credentialing.
• Experience providing primary care and diagnostic services in a clinical setting.
• Experience working with and collaborating within a team of healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Work with the primary healthcare team to provide primary medical care to nursing home patients within the standard of care.
• Order laboratory and radiology tests and refer patients to specialists when appropriate.
• Analyze reports, test results, medical records, and examinations to diagnose patients’ conditions and propose treatment options.
• Prescribe pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens for identified and documented medical conditions.
• Discuss potential medication or treatment side effects with patients and ensure allergy information is up to date before prescribing.
• Advise patients about lifestyle and diet changes that may improve their health or help treat their condition.
• Follow departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, as well as quality improvement, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with federal and state health information privacy laws.
• Record complete, timely, and legible medical records.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree