Primary Care Physician (MD/DO) | Glens Falls, NY (Direct Hire)

Job Description

Job Description

Primary Care Physician (MD/DO) | Glens Falls, NY | Fulltime/Direct Hire

Position: Primary Care Physician (MD/DO)
Location: Glens Falls, NY
Type: Perm
Looking for a passionate Primary Care Physician to join our team at the Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) in Glens Falls. A veteran- and physician-led provider of healthcare services for deserving, resilient patriots – those who serve or have served in the military as well as those who devote their careers to federal government service. We aim to deliver high-quality care in a way that upholds the health of our nation’s greatest asset:  its people.
As a Primary Care Physician, you will provide prescribed medical treatment and personal care services to patients with diseases and injuries seeking treatment in the clinic, as directed by physician or mid-level provider. You will collaborate with the core PACT Team (Primary Care Provider, RN and Medical Assistant) and expanded PACT Team including family/caregiver, VA, and community-based services involved in developing the patient care plan.

Core Responsibilities

Actively diagnoses and treats our veterans.

Examines patients for symptoms of organic or congenital disorders, determines nature and extent of injury/disorder, and performs comprehensive physical examinations.

Develops and implements patient management plans and assists in provision of continuity of care.

Orders and performs diagnostic tests.

Prescribes medication and recommends dietary and activity programs as indicated by diagnosis.

Counsel patients on the use of prescription medications, educates patients, assesses mental health issues, and provides routine health maintenance.

Evaluates patients’ records from medical providers outside the VA and works with these patients utilizing rules set forth by the VA for co-managed care.

Completes any and all clinical reminders “due” at the time of each patient visit.

Completes the documentation of the medical record within 24 hours of a patient encounter.

Solicits medical management consult or input when appropriate.

Will comply with all VA guidelines in regard to appropriate and timely response to all patient request, alerts and notifications, consults, orders, lab results and diagnostic studies.

Participate in the clinic’s outreach events to help support the clinic’s enrollment initiatives.

Support patient enrollment and retention by providing guidance, when necessary, regarding scheduling, follow-up visits or nurse visits.

Embrace and support new initiatives, whether clinical or operational, and execute on key strategic initiatives that drive the success.

Requirements

Qualifications

4+ years clinical medical practice; government healthcare environment preferred; specific requirements could vary based on individual VA contract.

Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine Degree

Board certified in family practice or internal medicine

Must be credentialed and remain in good standing through the Veterans Health Administration (VA).

Must comply with and maintain all requirements for a valid, unrestricted license in the state of desired employment, or in any U.S. state or territory, depending on VA contractual requirements.

Current certification in Basic Life Support (must be renewed periodically as specified by the certifying agency – AHA valid for two years, e.g.) and in ACLS as specified by individual VAMC contract

Current, unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration

Proficiency in written and spoken English.

Excellent computer skills

Energetic and optimistic demeanor

Strong service mentality and a focus on achieving all aspects of defined service standard

This is considered a safety sensitive position

Setting:

100% Outpatient

Monday–Friday schedule

No call

No weekends

Focus on quality patient care and chronic disease management

 

Thanks.

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