The Staff Physician is responsible for delivering health care services, including comprehensive histories and physicals for new admissions, diagnosing and treating illnesses, and supervising Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners. They also evaluate the need for consult services and ensure compliance with performance indicators.
Completes comprehensive histories and physicals on all new admissions including completion of master problem list (MPL) with diagnosis, lab, and EKG contraindication form and medication list where applicable. Performs S.O.A.P. notes on patients requesting sick call, schedule follow-ups and update medication orders. Update any deficiencies on the MPL. Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illness. Evaluates the need for consult services and submits the prioritized consult when indicated. Reviews all on island/off-island specialty consult clinic and hospital returns. Evaluates the recommendations to ensure that the standard of care is met and implements the recommendations of the consultant. Responds to emergencies and fire drills on a priority basis and in a timely and professional manner. Be familiar with performance indicators (P.I.) and takes appropriate measures to comply with these standards. Performs chart reviews and summaries on all transfers. Updates the MPL, rewrites medication orders and resubmits consults as needed. Requests radiology exams, lab-test, EKG’s when indicated and interprets these results in conjunction with the patient’s clinical status. Notifies Urgicare for 3 hr/EMS runs. Completes and submits all encounter forms on a daily basis. Witnesses, signs and documents patient healthcare refusals. Prints name or uses Name Stamp. Writes Legibly. Generates medical modifications as needed. Generates special needs tracking form as needed. Maintains clinical competency by reviewing PHS protocols, current medical literature and C.M.E.’s. Provides clinical supervision for P.A.’s/N.P.’s which includes co-signing of notes and medication orders. Assures that standard of care is maintained. Adheres to policies and procedures of CHS and be familiar with them by reviewing them as needed. Maintains your tour schedule as directed with particular attention to punctuality and timely notification of absences. Maintains required credentials. Maintains current licensure and CME requirements (Appropriate documentation must be on our files. Maintains professional attitude and appearance. Attends all mandatory in-services. Complies with and maintains Employee Health requirements. Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Job Hazards: Lifting and moving. Exposure to communicable diseases. This position will be on various locations on Rikers Island.
Medical Doctor with 3 to 5 years of directly related experience, which include residency in a directly related medical specialty. Registered to practice medicine in the State of New York Federal DEA, BCLS or ACLS, and Infection Control Certification Medical Specialty License or Certification Board certified or Board Eligible in Specified Area of Medical Specialty Familiar with EHR Wage and Benefits include: Competitive compensation package Medical, Prescription, and Dental Coverage starting day one: Top-tier plans with employee contributions significantly below market rates Generous Annual Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation, Sick, Holiday, Personal and CME days Annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) Reimbursement Eligibility for loan forgiveness through the National Student Debt Forgiveness Center Medical Malpractice Coverage (equivalent to occurrence-based)-- provided at no cost to the employee Visa candidates are considered Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY) mission is to provide accountable, responsive, quality care with the highest degree of sensitivity to the needs of the diverse population that lives in our New York community. PAGNY is one of the largest physician groups in the country and directly employs nearly 4,000 physicians and allied health professionals who provide services to NYC Health + Hospitals, the largest municipal health care system in the nation serving more than a million New Yorkers annually. Our providers are highly skilled professionals with outstanding credentials who deliver the highest level of quality healthcare to patients throughout New York City. Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equitable hiring practices. We are dedicated to fostering a respectful and supportive workplace where everyone is valued. All candidates are considered based on their individual qualifications, potential, and experience. To learn more about our culture and ongoing workplace practices, please visit our Workplace Culture | PAGNY page. *Salary Disclosure Information: The salary listed for this position complies with New York City's Salary Transparency Law for Job Advertisements. The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, or benefits. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, historical performance, and other relevant criteria.
Candidates must be a Medical Doctor with 3 to 5 years of directly related experience, including residency in a relevant medical specialty. They must also be registered to practice medicine in New York and hold necessary certifications such as Federal DEA and BCLS or ACLS.
Market context
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