Medical Doctor - Internal Medicine

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs complete history and physical examinations in accordance with current standards of professional practice, regulatory requirements, and agency policies and procedures.
• Provides primary medical care to people of all adults and manages acute and chronic conditions.
• Assesses patients’ conditions and age-specific medical needs; sets goals and prescribes appropriate clinical interventions to meet those goals.
• Provides complete and appropriate documentation in the electronic health record regarding clinical observations, diagnoses, treatment objectives, and patient responses to treatment regimens. Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Collaborates effectively with other health care providers in planning interventions to best meet patients’ needs in a timely manner and to promote the continuum of care.
• Prescribes appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures related to patients’ health status and facilitates appropriate treatment interventions predicated on results of these procedures
• Performs direct patient care procedures including but not limited to venipuncture and in accordance with agency policies and procedures, acceptable standards of practice, and in accordance with approved delineation of privileges.
• Participates in clinical performance improvement activities and conducts peer reviews of colleague’s charts as assigned. Attends regular meetings of the medical staff and other meetings as deemed necessary by the Chief Medical Officer.
• Participates in clinic operations by ensuring compliance according to local, state, and federal rules and regulations, and ensures that licensing, credentialing, and educational activities are kept current and up to date. Contributes to and follows established policies and protocols for clinical care.
• Participates in community health initiatives including health fairs and other educational activities as directed. Participates in in-service education programs and continuing education.
• Maintains membership in professional and organizational associations, as appropriate.

Education and Experience

Board Certified

Licensed to practice in New York State and in good standing.

Job Type : Full-time

Benefits :

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance