Attending Physician

Job Purpose

Under the direction of the Medical Director or designee, provides primary medical care to patients at the Diagnostic Treatment Center or at home as needed it.

Responsibilities

• Completes initial assessment and evaluation of new patients.
• Provides ongoing monitoring of patient’s medical condition and provides the treatment.
• Orders prescription medications and diagnostic procedures.
• Authorizes and coordinates all specialty and ancillary services.
• Provides in-service staff development and clinical teaching of trainees rotating through the Medical practice.
• Maintains a consultative relationship with nurses, social workers, staff clinic nurses, rehab staff, and medical subspecialists providing contracted services at the DTC or in outside offices.
• Participates in the development of such programs as preventive health screening, immunization programs, professional community outreach, quality assurance, etc.
• Participates in a wide range of clinical and epidemiologic research projects and studies of the frail elderly.
• Participates in multidisciplinary team activities, including case conferences, hospitalization reports, and family and team meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

• Accredited U.S. Medical School or foreign equivalent.

Experience

• Residency in Internal Medicine or Family Practice, Fellowship and/or experience in geriatrics preferred.
• Board certification in Internal Medicine or Family Practice
• Diploma in Geriatric Medicine or equivalent experience.

License

• License to practice Medicine in NY.

Other

• No malpractice or loss of license at the DTC.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $195,000.00 - $210,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• What is your desired salary?
• Is Ridgewood commutable for you?

Education:

• Doctorate (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Board certification in Internal Medicine (Preferred)
• Board certification in Family Practice (Preferred)

Work Location: One location