Infectious Disease Physician (Nursing Home)

Infectious Disease Physician

Essen Health Care is the largest privately held, multispecialty medical group in New York, providing high-quality, compassionate care to some of the state's most vulnerable and underserved residents.

Founded in 1999, we've grown from a single primary care office into a network of 50+ locations offering urgent care, primary care and specialty services, from women's health to endocrinology and psychiatry. We also provide nursing home support, care management, and in-home care through our Essen House Calls program. Guided by a Population Health model, our team of 500+ providers deliver care in-person, at home, or via telehealth, ensuring patients get the support they need when and where they need it.

We're looking for talented, motivated individuals to join our growing team. Whether you're a medical provider, administrator, or operations professional, there's a career here for you. Join us in making a real difference in the health of our community.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Infectious Disease Physician (MD/DO) to deliver on-site infectious disease consultative services in skilled nursing and long-term care settings. The physician will manage complex infections, oversee antimicrobial therapy, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and Advanced Practice Providers.

Responsibilities

• Provide infectious disease consultations for SNF/LTC residents
• Diagnose and manage complex infections including pneumonia, UTIs, bacteremia, osteomyelitis, wound infections, HIV, and viral hepatitis
• Direct antimicrobial therapy including IV and oral regimens
• Order, interpret, and act upon cultures, labs, imaging, and diagnostic studies
• Lead and support antimicrobial stewardship initiatives
• Supervise and collaborate with Nurse Practitioners and facility clinical staff
• Advise on infection prevention, isolation, and regulatory compliance
• Ensure accurate, timely EMR documentation in accordance with CMS and state requirements

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an accredited Internal Medicine residency
• Fellowship training in Infectious Disease preferred
• Active and unrestricted New York State medical license
• DEA registration
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Infectious Disease
• Experience in SNF/LTC or post-acute care preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer

Essen Health care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.