Session Physician

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Session physicians perform medical and surgical abortion procedures, LARC procedures 
and provide medical consultation for staff during clinic hours and on call as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct Clinical Care (85%)

• Provides medical care which may include medication abortion provision, LARC
placement and removal, contraceptive counseling and provision, STI counseling
and treatment, LEEP provision and surgical abortion services (to 24+0 weeks’
gestation, depending on location and prior experience/training) and/or vasectomy
in compliance with PPGNY’s Medical Standards and Guidelines.
• Participates in the on-call system as needed

Clinical Consultation and Training (10%)

• Provides clinical consultation to advance practice physicians
• Provides hands-on clinical training to trainees including residents, fellows,
students and other clinicians.

Administrative (5%)

• Participates in Center chart audit procedures and reviews laboratory and
diagnostic reports as appropriate.
• Reports to the Regional Associate Medical Director on all medical complications
and other matters as needed.
• Participates in PPGNY’s quality management activities, including Debriefings and
Root Cause Analyses, as required.
• Provides input into the formulation and revision of the agency’s medical standards 
and guidelines and assures compliance with PPGNY’s and regulatory agencies’ 
standards and guidelines.
• Completes all responsibilities according to established protocols, policies and
standard practices in the areas of customer service, ADA and regulatory
compliance programs such as HIPAA. Works effectively with volunteers.
• Performs other related duties as required.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• A demonstrated commitment to PPGNY’s mission related to bodily autonomy,
health equity, and gender and racial justice
• A demonstrated commitment to learning about and enhancing practices related to
racial equity and its impact on healthcare systems.
• Strong relationship building and communication skills, including an ability to work
and build trust across cultural differences related to related to race, class, age,
gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity,
national origin or ability; and to reflect on one’s personal identity with humility
• Ability to manage and mentor a culturally diverse team, including creating and
sustaining an organizational culture that fosters inclusiveness and equity, and
providing positive and developmental feedback and accountability related to
practices including but not limited to equity
• Ability to provide compassionate, non-judgmental and culturally responsive care
across race, class, age, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual
orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin or ability; and demonstrates deep sense of accountability to patient experience

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

Interpersonal 
• Ability to remain focused and calm in stressful situations
• Superior oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with other members of the 
health care team
• Willingness to function as a role model

Technical 
• Proficiency with surgical abortion, LARC placement and removal and related skills
• Comfort with electronic health records
Subject Matter Knowledge 
• Strong knowledge of Abortion care and evaluation
• Thorough knowledge of surgical complications

Work Habits/Attributes 
• Must be able to work in a busy clinical environment. Demonstrated ability to manage 
health-related emergency conditions including independent decision making.
• Ability to exercise discretion in the handling of confidential information
• Ability to demonstrate and document evidence-based clinical judgment

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education Related Capability Requirements: Requires successful completion of
coursework culminating in certification either as Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of
Osteopathy and active status for certification by the American Board of
Obstetrics and Gynecology or the American Board of Family Medicine. Must be
licensed to practice in New York State.
• Experience Related Capability Requirements: Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience
with surgical abortion provision. Expertise in sexual and reproductive health care
is required. Requires basic computer/EMR proficiency.
• Licensures/Certifications: Current NYS Physician License and Registration.
Nexplanon certification. Current BLS certification.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

Requires prolonged sitting and repetitive tasks including use of a computer. Frequent 
standing, walking, bending. Must be able to walk up and down stairs. Requires lifting or 
moving of patients/supplies/equipment. Visual acuity sufficient to perform frequent work 
on a computer screen and review printed reports and other materials. Requires the ability 
to hear and to communicate orally with others. This role routinely uses standard office 
equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets, and medical 
equipment and will require reaching, grasping, pushing and pulling.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

This job operates in a professional office environment. Potential exposure to 
communicable diseases and other conditions in a health center environment. May require 
travel to other health centers, at times in inclement weather. Requires flexible schedule 
and during peak activity periods work in excess of 7.5 hours per day and/or 37.5 hours 
per week.

$1,700 per session

PPGNY's benefits package includes:

Generous PTO and holiday schedule

Medical, dental and vision coverage options for you and eligible dependents

FSA, HSA, Commuter pre-tax reimbursement funds

Short- and Long-Term Disability, Free Basic Life and AD&D

401(k) Retirement Plan with Safe Harbor contributions after 1 year of employment

All positions at PPGNY require:

Proof of immunization or immunity to certain communicable diseases (including influenza during the flu season and Covid-19) and testing for tuberculosis. These certifications are required by the NYC DOHMH Health Code, NYSDOH and OSHA.

Planned Parenthood of Greater New York (PPGNY) is a leading provider, educator, and advocate of sexual and reproductive health care in New York State. PPGNY is proud to provide a wide-range of family planning services at our brick-and-mortar health centers and mobile care units. We care for everyone regardless of their immigration status, zip code or ability to pay. PPGNY’s education and outreach programs are backed by medically accurate, evidence-based information that allows people to make informed decisions about their health and future. As a voice for reproductive freedom, PPGNY supports legislation and policies that ensure all New Yorkers have access to the full range of reproductive health care and education.

At PPGNY, we provide the absolute best care to our patients and our communities through innovative health care delivery and education programming. We care for everyone who walks through our doors regardless of insurance, ability to pay or immigration status. As a leading voice for reproductive freedom, PPGNY fiercely advocates for policies to ensure that all New Yorkers will have access to the full range of reproductive health care services and information.

PPGNY is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe we are most impactful when people with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and identities come together with common purpose. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.