Physician - Nursing Home

Essen Medical Associates • Bronx, NY

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About The Position

Essen Health Care is seeking Board Certified or Board Eligible physicians for its Nursing Home Division, with openings in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, Poughkeepsie, Long Island, and Westchester County. The physician will provide primary care and diagnostic services to nursing home patients, assess and diagnose patients, and provide treatment in accordance with state and national standards of care. The role includes prescribing appropriate medications and health regimens, recommending lifestyle adjustments, and collaborating 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 U.S. residency or five-year pathway.
• Active New York license and current New York State Medical Practitioner License.
• Current DEA and Department of Public Safety registration for prescription writing.
• Experience providing primary care and diagnostic services in a clinical setting.
• Experience working with and collaborating in a team of healthcare professionals to support positive patient experiences.

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.
• Review reports, test results, medical records, and examination findings to diagnose conditions and propose treatment options.
• Prescribe medications and treatment regimens for identified and documented medical conditions.
• Discuss potential medication or treatment side effects with patients and ensure allergy information is current before prescribing.
• Advise patients on 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.
• Keep complete, timely, and legible medical records.

What This Job Offers

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