Family Physician (48390)

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Participates as a member of committees, including peer review, as requested by the CMP
• Performs history and physical assessments as indicated by his/her specialty area
• Provides services in accordance with generally acceptable standards of medical practice
• Develops a plan of treatment/care for the patient that also includes education and follow-up visits
• Makes appropriate professional referrals, as indicated by the needs of the patient
• Communicates with other health care providers related to diagnosis, treatment and plan for the patient; professional communication is documented in the medical record
• Maintains current and complete documentation in the medical record that reflects the care and services provided to the patient
• Chart completion is consistent with CFH P/P
• Adheres to the center’s established policies and procedures
• Participates as a member of the medical staff and adheres to the medical staff bylaws
• Provides supervision and consultation to staff nurse practitioners/physician assistants as requested by the CMP
• Participates in the on-call and emergency coverage schedule, as directed by the CMP
• Participates in all managed care plans as requested by CFH
• Represents CFH positively in all professional and patient interactions
• Oversees care coordination with medical case management and health education as part of the PCMH team

Qualifications

• Current license as a physician in New York State
• DEA
• Commitment to serving the underprivileged
• Mets all the requirements for appointment/reappointment as a member of the medical staff
• Delivers patient-centered care