Primary Care Physician (PCP) - FT

Location: 47 E. Genesee St., Auburn, New York | Full-Time/Regular

About the Role

The Primary Care Physician provides covered professional outpatient primary medical services to enrolled patients of the Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Veteran Affairs Primary Care Program. This role supervises the Community Based Outpatient Clinic's (CBOC) day-to-day delivery of medical care.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care based on primary and preventative care, addressing physical, mental, and emotional needs of patients within a limited scope of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes.
• Serve as the point of entry into the VA health care system.
• Participate in the orientation of clinical staff, including physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners.
• Provide leadership to CBOC clinicians and evaluate the effectiveness of existing clinical methods and procedures, suggesting improvements.
• Assist the STGi Program Manager in implementing Quality Performance Improvement Team (QPIT) strategic initiatives.
• Adhere to and monitor policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.
• Participate in quality improvement, care management, risk management, peer review, utilization review, clinical outcomes, and health enhancement activities.
• Establish a collaborative practice agreement with clinic APRN/PA and provide oversight and mentorship to other providers.
• Manage medical care, including basic mental screenings, medication adjustments, mild depression, anxiety, loss/grief issues, and continuity of care with the VAMC.
• Emphasize wellness, prevention, and early detection, promoting continuity and quality of care through an ongoing relationship with veteran enrollees.
• Maintain universal precautions and infection control practices.
• Develop and maintain relationships with veterans, assisting with referrals for services or admissions to the VAMC as medically appropriate.
• Determine necessary referrals based on examination and patient needs, ensuring timely flow of patients in accordance with VA access standards and triage protocol.
• Oversee all delivery of care to patients by the CBOC.
• Administer medications per facility protocols and perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) during emergencies.
• Document all pertinent patient information in Veterans Health Information Systems and Technology Architecture (VISTA) medical records.
• Maintain the VISTA clinic reminder tracking system for each enrolled patient.
• Determine urgency of follow-up, referral, or consultation appointments based on VA access standards and patient medical necessity.
• Keep patients informed regarding their plan of care, including lab and diagnostic test results.
• Provide health educational materials and resources to patients and their families.
• Participate in the ongoing Performance Improvement Program between subcontractors and the VAMC.
• Assist in ensuring accurate and complete reporting and in managing the clinic's day-to-day activities in conjunction with the RN/CBOC Manager.
• Comply with all federal, state, local, Joint Commission, OSHA, Veteran Affairs, and subcontractor safety and operational regulations.
• Ensure all patient information on encounter forms is complete and accurate, maintaining confidentiality and patient privacy.
• Act as a liaison for the VAMC and perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Active, full, and unrestricted medical license in New York.
• Board-certified by the ABMS in Internal Medicine and/or Family Practice, or board-eligible within four (4) years of residency completion in either specialty.
• Current and unrestricted DEA registration.
• Current CPR/Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or Military Training Network (MTN).
• Knowledge of professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques in accordance with community and VA standards of practice.
• Knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment, including desired effects, side effects, complications, and patient usage considerations.
• Experience with safe and reasonable practices regarding opioid medications for chronic pain.
• Knowledge of customer service techniques related to age-specific populations.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English, including proper telephone etiquette.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Software and experience with electronic medical records systems.

Qualifications

• Doctorate Degree in Medicine from an accredited college approved by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education, or a Doctorate in Osteopathy from a college accredited by the American Osteopathic Association, or permanent certification by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG).
• Completed residency training in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification (ACGME or AOA approved). Non-U.S. residencies must be followed by a minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States.

Working Conditions

• Moderate physical activity, including handling objects up to 25 pounds or standing/walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
• Work is performed in a typical interior/office environment.
• Required to respond to medical emergencies within the clinic, which may involve fast movement or running.

Pay

Starting at $125/hour

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401k with company match
• Generous PTO policy