BC/BE in Geriatrics, Internal Medicine, Palliative Care/Hospice, or Family Medicine
MD or DO degree from an accredited U.S. medical school
Completion of residency at an accredited healthcare institution or a 5-year pathway
Active New York State Medical License
Current DEA and DPS registration for prescription writing
Experience in primary care and diagnostic services
Team collaboration experience in a clinical setting
Residents and fellows encouraged to apply
Responsibilities
Provide primary medical care services to nursing home patients
Order lab and radiology tests; refer patients to specialists as needed
Analyze medical reports and examinations to diagnose conditions
Prescribe medications and treatment regimens for documented conditions
Discuss medication side effects and ensure allergy information is current
Advise patients on lifestyle and dietary changes for health improvement
Adhere to departmental policies and quality improvement objectives
Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with health information privacy laws
Record complete and timely medical records
Benefits
Opportunities for professional growth in an expanding primary care team
Collaborative work environment with other healthcare professionals
Focus on high-quality treatment and diagnostic services
Diverse locations available across New York
Encouragement for residents and fellows to gain practical experience
Full Job Description
Job Summary
Job Summary: Essen is currently seeking Board Certified or Board Eligible Physicians in our Nursing Home Division. We have openings in varies locations: Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, Poughkeepsie, Long Island & Westchester County. We are an expanding primary care team and provide patients with high-quality treatment and diagnostic services.
The Physicians role will be responsible for meeting, assessing and diagnosing patients and providing them with healthcare services that meet state and national standards for caregiving. They will be responsible for prescribing patients with appropriate medication, health regimens and lifestyle adjustments that will contribute to their recovery from diagnosed health issues, prevent future health issues and/or promote a healthier life. The right candidate will have a passion for providing diagnostic services to patients and will enjoy working closely with other healthcare professionals in our organization.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include:
Work with the primary healthcare team to provide patients with primary medical care services within the standard of care for Nursing Home patients.
Order laboratory and radiology tests and refer patients to specialists when appropriate and called for.
Analyze reports, test results, medical records and examinations to diagnose condition of patients and propose treatment options.
Prescribe pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens to treat identified and documented medical conditions.
Discuss potential side effects of medication/treatment with patients and ensure that all allergy information is up-to-date before prescribing medication/treatment.
Provide advice to patients for lifestyle and diet changes that may improve their health or help to treat the health issue they are experiencing.
Adhere to departmental policies, procedures and objectives, ongoing quality improvement objectives and safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all federal and state health information privacy laws.
Record complete, timely and legible medical records.
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
BC/BE in Geriatrics, Internal Medicine, Palliative Care/Hospice or Family Medicine
Medical Doctor(MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic(DO) degree from an accredited United States medical school
Successful completion of residency and at an accredited healthcare institution or completed a US residency or 5 year pathway
Active NY License
Current New York State Medical Practitioner License
Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and Department of Public Safety (DPS) registration, for prescription writing. I'm guessing they can get this during the credentialing process
Experience providing primary care and diagnostic services in a clinical setting
Experience working in a team of healthcare professionals and collaborating with them to ensure positive, effective patient experiences with our organization
