POSITION SUMMARY:The Primary Care Provider delivers high-quality, compassionate, comprehensive primary care services at
Joseph P. Addabbo Family Health Center (JPAFHC). This role emphasizes preventive care, chronic
disease management, and patient education, with a focus on serving medically underserved and culturally
diverse populations. The PCP works as part of an integrated, multidisciplinary care team to improve health
outcomes and advance health equity.
RESPONSIBILITIES:Clinical Care• Deliver comprehensive, patient-focused primary care for adults.
• Perform comprehensive assessments, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up in accordance with
evidence-based guidelines.
• Manage acute and chronic medical conditions, including hypertension, diabetes, asthma, COPD, and
behavioral health concerns.
• Conduct preventive care services such as annual physicals, screenings, immunizations, and health
education.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, labs, imaging, and specialty referrals as appropriate.
• Deliver care both in-person and via telehealth as needed.
Care Coordination & Team Collaboration• Work collaboratively with nurses, medical assistants, behavioral health providers, case managers,
and dental providers.
• Participate in team huddles, care planning, and quality improvement activities.
• Coordinate care transitions, referrals, and follow-up services to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain effective communication with specialty providers, hospitals, and community resources.
• All providers will share responsibility for on-call coverage, ensuring patient care needs are met
outside regular clinic hours.
Compliance & Documentation• Document all encounters in the electronic health record (EHR) accurately, thoroughly, and in a
timely manner.
• Adhere to federal and state regulatory requirements, including HRSA, UDS, OSHA, and infection
control standards.
• Comply with FQHC-specific requirements such as sliding fee scale documentation, enabling
services referrals, and quality reporting.
Quality & Performance Improvement- Participate in quality initiatives such as PCMH, meaningful use, HEDIS/UDS measures, and population health programs.
- Use evidence-based practices to contribute to the improvement of clinical workflows.
- Follow protocols that support value-based care and improved patient outcomes.
- Required to take part in peer review activities to ensure adherence to clinical standards and best practices.
Community & Mission Engagement- Support the mission and values of the JPAFHC to provide accessible, equitable, and culturally competent care.
- Participate in outreach, health education events, and collaborations with community partners as needed.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS - Competitive salary with eligibility for productivity or quality incentives.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision.
- Automatic 1% payroll deduction into 403(b) retirement account
- Paid time off, CME days and stipend.
- Eligibility for NHSC and state loan repayment programs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Required
• Licensed Physician (MD/DO), in New York State
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine.
• Current DEA registration: ability to obtain X-Waiver/MAT certification if required.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Experience or strong interest in working with underserved populations.
Preferred
• Experience in an FQHC or community health setting.
• Familiarity with value-based care, population health, and trauma-informed care.
• Bilingual skills (e.g., Spanish) highly desirable.
• Experience with eClinicalWorks EHR systems
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
• Outpatient clinic setting with possible satellite site coverage.
• Must be able to work extended hours or occasional weekends as needed.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs occasionally.
