Family Medicine opening in Houghton, NY
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Family Practice-Without OB
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Houghton, New York, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
2/20/25
Family Medicine opening in New York State Located in Houghton, NY 65 miles from Buffalo, NY
- Federally Qualified Healthcare Center (FQHC)
- Visa opportunities
- Loan Repayment Program
- Flexible schedules for a work/life balance
- Part-time employment if desired
- Serve those who are disadvantaged and underserved Job Summary
- The Family Medicine Physician is responsible for providing medical care to people of all ages; responsible for treating, testing, diagnosing and monitoring diseases and provide general care to community members. Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate, appropriate and effective clinical care for patients of all ages
- 100% outpatient care
- Maintain good quality medical records
- Work within a team collaborative model at a Patient Centered Medical Home
- Advocate for quality care on behalf of patients and the organization
- Provide care and treatment
- Diagnose, treat, and monitor diseases, disorders, and conditions.
- Prescribe appropriate medications to treat patients in accordance with standardized procedures and company policy.
- Perform pap smears, pelvic and breast exams.
- Conduct mood and emotional well-being assessments during post-partum appointment.
- Collaborate and consult with other medical and non-medical personnel.
- Effectively monitor patients progress throughout treatment plan and care and provide continuous improvement on patient outcomes.
- Educate patients on importance of treatment plans and communicate side effects and risk of medications prescribed.
- Educate patients on disease prevention and health.
- Demonstrate effective and detailed written documentation skills.
- Conduct routine check-up appointments and maintain follow up throughout
- Demonstrate excellent customer service and communication with patients.
- Able to multitask and manage assigned projects and tasks as directed.
- All other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Requirements
- MD/DO degree
- Successful completion of family medicine residency
- Licensed in the state of New York and/or Pennsylvania or willingness to obtain licensure
- Board Certified or Board Eligible
- DEA Certification required.
- Ability to demonstrate excellent independent judgment, problem-solving, analytical and collaborative skills in order to organize and prioritize multiple tasks, providing patient centered leadership and direction.
- Must have the emotional intelligence that may include, but not limited to, patience, sensitivity and the compassion to work with patients that may be stressed, anxious, and difficult.
- Ability to work as a team.
- Must have strong computer skills.
- Must demonstrate detailed, effective writing/documentation and verbal skills. Benefits Package
- Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Paid Holidays and CME Time
- 28 Paid Time Off Days per year
- CME Allowance
- Relocation Assistance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with up to a 4% employer match
- Malpractice Insurance at no cost (FTCA)
- Qualify for the Loan Repayment Program Benefits of living in Western New York or Northwest Pennsylvania
- Affordable housing (median home purchase price $100,000 - $110,000 as of December 2023)
- Low cost of living, 25% lower than the national cost of living
- Excellent schools depending upon where you choose to live and outstanding private schools
- Many activities for adults and children including baseball, skiing, golfing, karate, swimming, etc.
- Malpractice insurance covered with FTCA and would you have no malpractice tail
- Outstanding physician support
- Convenient and scenic commutes without the hassle of traffic
- Numerous golf clubs across the area
- Numerous local, state and national parks across the area
- Camping and trails
- Zippo/Case Museum
- Close to Allegheny River and Letchworth State Park
- Short drive (less than 3.5 hours) to Buffalo, NY; Rochester, NY; Erie, PA; PIttsburgh, PA; State College, PA
- Many opportunities in the communities for church and volunteer activities
- A family friendly community that has kept the quaint "small town" charm