Urgent Care Physician

Urgent Care Physician

Finger Lakes Region The Community – Bath, NY Welcome, traveler, to Bath. Your journey has landed you here, and new adventures are calling your name. You'll not be in want of things to do here when you can explore the downtown area in search of museums and boutiques...or maybe that next delicious meal. What tickles your fancy? A delectable, five-course supper at the restaurant you've been hearing about? Or perhaps you'd rather read the paper while sipping hot coffee at one of the local cafes scattered throughout town. Take in a show at the theatre, or just walk along the main thoroughfare, watching people wander past. Find that perfect souvenir at one of the smaller shops, or reinvent your entire artistic aesthetic at your new favorite gallery! Whether it's the roar of the city you crave or the quiet solitude that comes with a simpler getaway, everything you need to get started is right here.

Airport Information: Greater Rochester International Airport Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) is located in Rochester, New York, and serves as a vital transportation hub for the region. It offers approximately 120 nonstop flights daily to various destinations, providing convenient travel options for both business and leisure passengers. The airport features modern amenities, including dining, shopping, and business services, and is committed to providing a seamless travel experience.

About the Facility: Bath VAMC Bath VA Medical Center, part of VA Health Care Upstate New York is in the Southern Tier of New York State. The Medical Center serves Veterans in Allegany, Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben, and Yates counties in NY, as well as Veterans in Tioga and Potter counties in Pennsylvania. Facility Address: 76 Veterans Avenue, Bath, NY 14810

Responsibilities

• The Urgent Care Physician diagnose and treat patients with various medical conditions like minor injuries, infections, and respiratory illnesses.
• Conduct thorough medical assessments, which include asking about medical history, conducting physical exams, and ordering tests when needed.
• Prescribe medications and treatments based on guidelines and what the patient needs.
• Perform procedures like taking care of wounds, stitching, applying splints, and doing minor surgeries when necessary.
• Provide caring and evidence-based treatment to all patients to make sure they feel comfortable and cared for.
• The Urgent Care Physician teaches patients and their families about their health problems, treatments, how to prevent issues, and how to take care of themselves.
• Explain clearly how to take medications, what to do after treatment, and how to manage symptoms.
• Be ready to handle emergencies in the urgent care center, such as heart attacks or severe allergic reactions, following the right steps.
• The Urgent Care Physician performs minor procedures such as suturing, splinting, epistaxis management, etc.

Requirements

• Should be a graduate from an accredited School of Medicine with an MD degree.
• Shall be board certified in either Family Practice Medicine or Internal Medicine.
• Must possess a current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in any U.S. State, Territory, Commonwealth, or the District of Columbia.
• Hold current certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) as required by the specialty.

KurzSolutions is committed to improving health outcomes by providing well-managed companies with the top healthcare talent in the market. KurzSolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.