Primary Care Physician

Role Description The Primary care physician is responsible for the coordination and oversight of medical care and quality of medical services provided to patients at the Clinic. The PNP will ensure proper functioning of day-to-day operations of the clinic in coordination with other clinical staff, to provide consistent quality of care to patients and ensure medical needs are met of all clinic patients on Urgent Care, Primary Care, and Occupational health of the clinic. Qualifications

PROFESSIONAL

Graduation from an accredited MD or DO school of medicine is required. Current license to practice medicine in the State of New York is required. Current DEA license is required. Must meet all credentialing requirements as required by Medicaid, Medicare and insurances. Must meet all credentialing requirements as required by Orleans Community Health's Medical Staff Bylaws Board eligible or Board Certified. If board eligible at time of hire, must be Board Certified within 18 months of hire date.

PERSONAL

Must be interested in working with individuals of varied ages and disabilities. Demonstrates awareness of own strength and weakness and seeks guidance when needed. Must work effectively with others, possessing tact, discretion, diplomacy, and credibility. Able to maintain professional standards and appropriate dress. Must have a sense of initiative and responsibility to be a member of the health care team. Be of good moral character as determined by the department and hospital. Ability to relate to other people beyond giving and receiving instructions.

CONTACT:

Works alone, with, and around others. Talks face to face and has verbal contact with others including patients, visitors, hospital personnel, and students. Must hear normal conversation and telephone communication. Must have visual acuity form near and far, depth perception, and accommodation.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Lifts 35 lbs., carries, pushes and pulls frequently. Stands and walks constantly (>5 hours). Sits occasionally. Kneels, bends, and squats frequently. Crawls Reaches forward frequently, and reaches overhead occasionally. Able to hear with accommodations and have functional sight.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Ability to transport patients, clerical duties.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Exposure to disagreeable odors, communicable disease, infections and injuries from patient/equipment. Work primarily indoors. Must be able to travel between clinical sites as needed. Works with electrical and mechanical devices.

Essential Functions:

Lead the Care Team in medical decision-making; provides supervision/collaboration to NPs and PAs. Perform HPI and physical examinations. Diagnose and direct counseling for each patient on a plan for treatment. Prescribe medication in accordance with New York State statute and professional practice guidelines. Perform minor surgical procedures. Generate referral for patients requiring services outside the scope of direct primary care. Evaluates patient related data (incoming reports, telephone encounters, messages, labs, diagnostic imaging, EKG) and directs follow-up in a timely manner. Completes timely and accurate chart documentation. Adhere to Orleans Community Health Center scheduling guidelines and productivity standards. Participate in staff outreach and off-site health care programs in the Orleans Community Health service area as assigned. Comply with the Orleans Community Health Infection Control plan, which includes personally utilizing universal precautions. Ensure compliance by support staff. Regularly participates in departmental, provider, staff and other meetings as assigned. Assist in updating Orleans Community Health protocols and principles of practice as requested. Assist in outside medical public relations functions. Must maintain an unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of New York including, but not limited to, all applicable narcotics licensure (including DEA) required for the full exercise of Physician's medical staff membership and clinical privileges at Orleans Community Health.

Professionalism:

Dresses and conducts self in a professional manner Maintains confidentiality of all patient and hospital related information. Respects and provides privacy for patients/family members at all times. Punctual and good attendance. Has good rapport with other members of health care team. Utilizes the proper chain of command.

Communication:

Ability to write and speak effectively. Organization and presentation of ideas. Follows telephone policy.

Teamwork :

Ability to get along with co-workers. Communicate observed need for improvement to appropriate leadership. Assists co-workers in completion of their duties.

Problem Solving:

Ability to produce accurate and quality work in timely fashion. Ability to use time wisely.

Safety:

Aware of responsibilities during a fire or disaster. Performs procedures and conducts self in compliance with the Hospital's Safety Policies and Procedures.

Values Summary:

Accountability:

Assuming full responsibility for your thoughts, feelings, actions and results.

Compassion:

Understanding others' feelings, anticipating their needs, and responding with empathy.

Collaboration:

Working together by sharing knowledge, learning and building a consensus in an effort to reach common goals.

Community:

We demonstrate our commitment to the community by offering quality health care and wellness resources, supporting local vendors and providing rewarding employment opportunities.

Excellence:

Proactively pursuing the resources necessary to stay on the cutting edge of industry trends and consistently delivering exceptional service to all of our stakeholders.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$215,000.00 - $260,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Ability to

Commute:

Albion, NY 14411 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Albion, NY 14411: Relocate before starting work (Required) Willingness to travel: 25% (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person