Urgent Care Physician

Job Description

Urgent Care Physician (Family Medicine or Emergency Medicine)

Full-Time and Part-Time Opportunities Available

Location: Downtown Brooklyn, NY

Schedule: Includes weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Reports To: Chief Medical Officer (CMO)

Join a provider-led urgent care practice where teamwork, compassion, and quality patient care come first. Our owner is an active healthcare provider who understands the challenges of front-line clinical work and is committed to creating a supportive environment where employees can learn, grow, and make a meaningful difference in their community. This is an opportunity to work in a collaborative setting where your contributions are valued and your development is encouraged.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a patient-focused Urgent Care Physician with experience in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or Urgent Care Medicine to join our growing urgent care team. This role is ideal for a clinician who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values clinical excellence, and is committed to delivering exceptional care to patients of all ages.

The ideal candidate is comfortable evaluating and treating a broad range of acute illnesses and injuries, performing common urgent care procedures, and collaborating with advanced practice providers and clinical support staff to ensure an outstanding patient experience.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Patient Care

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with acute illnesses and injuries.
• Provide evidence-based, patient-centered care for both pediatric and adult populations.
• Order, interpret, and review laboratory tests, diagnostic imaging, and other studies.
• Develop treatment plans and provide patient education, follow-up recommendations, and referrals as appropriate.
• Document all patient encounters accurately and timely within the EMR.

Clinical Procedures

• Perform common urgent care procedures, including wound repair, incision and drainage, foreign body removal, splinting, and joint injections as appropriate.
• Interpret X-rays and other diagnostic studies within scope of practice.
• Manage occupational health, workers' compensation, and preventive health services as applicable.

Team Collaboration & Leadership

• Collaborate with Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Radiologic Technologists, Medical Assistants, and administrative staff to support efficient patient flow.
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for support staff and advanced practice providers.
• Participate in quality improvement, compliance, and patient safety initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with all organizational policies and applicable regulatory requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) from an accredited institution.
• Current, unrestricted New York State medical license.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine or Family Medicine.
• Current DEA registration and controlled substance prescribing authority.
• Current BLS certification.
• Current PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification or equivalent pediatric competency certification.
• Minimum two (2) years of post-residency clinical experience preferred.
• Experience treating pediatric and adult patients in an urgent care, emergency department, family practice, or similar setting.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and patient care skills.
• Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems.

Preferred

• Urgent care experience.
• Current ACLS certification.
• Occupational medicine or workers' compensation experience.
• Bilingual skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to perform medical procedures requiring manual dexterity.
• Ability to respond quickly to urgent and emergent patient situations.
• Ability to wear required PPE and work in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Pay Range: $120.00 - 140.00 per hour (commensurate with experience, qualifications, certifications, and other job-related factors)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Bonus Potential
• Continuing education opportunities
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This job posting is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions associated with the role. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned, provided such duties are reasonably related to the position, operational needs of the organization, and consistent with applicable federal, New York State, and local laws.

A complete job description outlining the essential functions, responsibilities, qualifications, physical requirements, and performance expectations of the position will be provided during the hiring process and upon offer of employment. Job duties and responsibilities may be modified from time to time based on business needs and in accordance with applicable law.

Nothing contained in this posting or any subsequent job description is intended to create an employment contract or guarantee of employment. Employment, if offered, will be on an at-will basis, meaning either the employee or the employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable law.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, disability, genetic information, marital status, military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, caregiver status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, New York State, or local law.