Physician: Primary Care
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Family Practice-With OB
Salary
$200,000
– $210,000
• yearly
Degree Required
Other
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Outpatient
Location
11101, Long Island City, New York, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
9/10/24
This position is for a Board Certified Primary Care Physician specializing in Family Medicine at an outpatient clinic located in Long Island City, NY. The role involves providing comprehensive medical care to a diverse patient population, with a mix of 60% pediatric and 40% adult patients. The physician will oversee Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Physician Assistants (PAs), and will be responsible for patient care, including performing examinations, diagnosing, prescribing medications, and managing referrals. The position also involves administrative duties such as participating in quality improvement activities, developing medical protocols, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations
Job Responsibilities
Provide medical care to pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients.
Take relevant patient history.
Identify patient needs and make diagnoses.
Perform complete well-care examinations, including complete physicals.
Perform complete gynecological histories and physical examinations as indicated.
Write prescriptions and inform patients about medications prescribed.
Complete medical forms and documentation related to patient care.
Answer patient telephone inquiries as needed.
Make referrals to other agencies and providers, with follow-up care provided.
Assist with immunization and phlebotomy as needed to ensure smooth patient flow.
Encourage health promotion, disease prevention, and health maintenance. Provide health education on topics including preventative medicine and counseling on chronic diseases, as well as parenting, prenatal, nutrition, family-planning, medication usage and stress management.
Provide patient advocacy, as appropriate for site.
Work in a supervisory role with mid-levels and collaboratively with specialists for consultation and referral purposes.
Participate in Peer Review process, as defined.
Provide technical assistance and teach Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants.
Maintain ultimate responsibility for directing the course of patient’s medical treatment.
Participate in case-conference and case management activities.
Participate in the On-Call list, on a rotation basis
Administrative
Participate in quality improvement activities.
Participate and develop medical protocols with Clinical Guidelines Committee, for implementation by staff.
Collaborate with Benefits Counselors and Outreach staff to ensure appropriate patient scheduling and flow.
Collaborate with HIM supervisor to ensure appropriate documentation procedures.
Observe, implement, and promote federal regulations as defined by HIPAA and Policies and Procedures.
Qualifications
New York State Medical license
New York State Medical Board Certification
minimum of two years’ clinical experience preferable
ability to speak Spanish or other languages preferable.
Working Hours
Skills
Leadership and Supervision: Ability to effectively oversee and guide Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Physician Assistants (PAs).
Patient Care Management: Strong skills in patient evaluation, conducting thorough examinations, and managing ongoing treatment plans.
Administrative Competence: Experience with quality improvement initiatives, developing medical protocols, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Excellent ability to communicate with patients, families, and healthcare staff, ensuring clear understanding and collaboration in care delivery.
These skills are crucial for excelling in this position and providing high-quality care in a diverse and dynamic clinical environment.