Family Medicine Physician Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Outpatient Facility in NY

Job description

About the facility

This nursing home facility provides comprehensive healthcare services to the geriatric population with dedicated medical support staff. The facility operates with established protocols during regular business hours and maintains appropriate equipment and systems to deliver quality primary care services to patients requiring both routine and complex medical interventions.

About the facility location

This area offers notable attractions including Central Park, The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum, and the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum where visitors can explore historic ships and maritime history. The destination provides various tour options such as city tours, walking tours, and helicopter flights for comprehensive exploration. The location features outdoor festivals, music events, and seasonal activities that take advantage of favorable weather conditions for walking and cycling.

About the clinician's workday

The physician will provide comprehensive family medicine services to geriatric patients in nursing home settings, managing 15-20 patients daily during standard business hours Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The position requires telephonic call coverage from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM for the assigned facility. Clinical responsibilities include conducting thorough patient evaluations, managing chronic medical conditions, providing preventive healthcare services, and treating acute illnesses while maintaining accurate medical documentation.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 15-20
• Patient population: Geriatric
• Call ratio/schedule: 7am-7pm telephonic call for assigned facility.
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes

Your dedicated recruiter

Jaclyn Gilbert

Call / Text: (678) 690-7334
Email: jgilbert@locumtenens.com

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