Family Physician (Manhattan)

SUMMARY: Responsible for providing care and treatment to the center’s patients. This employee will work as part of the PCMH team with the following essential duties and responsibilities: Essential Duties And Responsibilities Participates as a member of committees, including peer review, as requested by the CMOPerforms history and physical assessments as indicated by his/her specialty areaProvides services in accordance with generally acceptable standards of medical practiceDevelops a plan of treatment/care for the patient that also includes education and follow-up visitsMakes appropriate professional referrals, as indicated by the needs of the patientCommunicates with other health care providers related to diagnosis, treatment and plan for the patient; professional communication is documented in the medical recordMaintains current and complete documentation in the medical record that reflects the care and services provided to the patientChart completion is consistent with CFH P/PAdheres to the center’s established policies and proceduresParticipates as a member of the medical staff and adheres to the medical staff bylawsProvides supervision and consultation to staff nurse practitioners/physician assistants as requested by the CMOParticipates in the on-call and emergency coverage schedule, as directed by the CMOParticipates in all managed care plans as requested by CFHRepresents CFH positively in all professional and patient interactionsOversees care coordination with medical case management and health education as part of the PCMH team. Loan Repayment Assistance: We are a member of the National Health Service Corps: NHSC.hrsa.gov. Licensed primary care clinicians in eligible disciplines can receive loan repayment assistance through the NHSC Loan Repayment Program (NHSC LRP). In exchange for loan repayment, you must serve at least two years of service at an NHSC-approved site in a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA). Qualifications Current license as a physician in New York StateDEACommitment to serving the underprivilegedMeets all the requirements for appointment/reappointment as a member of the medical staffDeliver patient-centered care. Pay Range: $200,000 - $205,000