Primary Care Physician (PCP) - PRN
$287,227–$287,227 year
On-siteWatertown, New York, United States
Watertown, New York, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$287,227–$287,227 yearSenior LevelDoctorate Or Professional DegreeMedium
Full TimeSenior LevelDoctorate Or Professional DegreeMedium
Job Summary
Provide covered professional outpatient primary medical services to enrolled Veterans at the Community Based Outpatient Clinic, functioning as the point of entry into the VA health care system. Supervise the clinic's day-to-day delivery of care, lead clinical staff physicians and providers, and oversee all patient interactions including triage, medication adjustments, and referrals. Evaluate clinical methods, assist in Quality Performance Improvement initiatives, and ensure compliance with federal and Joint Commission regulations while maintaining accurate documentation in the VISTA system.
Required Qualifications
- Active, full and unrestricted medical license in New York
- Board-certified by the ABMS in Internal Medicine and or Family Practice or the BOS ABMS in Internal Medicine and or Family Practice or board eligible within four (4) years of residency completion in either Internal Medicine and/or Family Practice
- Current and unrestricted DEA
- Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/ Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) or the Military Training Network (MTN)
- Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques in accordance with the community and VA standards of practice
- Knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment, including desired effects, side effects, complications, and patient usage considerations
- Experience with safe and reasonable practices regarding opioid medications for chronic pain
- Knowledge of the basic concepts of customer service techniques related to age-specific population
- Effective verbal and written communication skills in the English language along with proper telephone etiquette
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Software and computer maneuverability including experience with electronic medical records systems
- Doctorate Degree in Medicine from an accredited college approved by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education and Hospitals of the American Medical Association, a Doctorate degree in Osteopathy from a college accredited by the American Osteopathic Association, or permanent certification by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG)
- Completed residency training in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification. Approved residencies are those approved by the ACGME and AOA. Other non-US residencies must be followed by a minimum of five years verified practice in the United States
- Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day
- Required to respond to any medical emergency within the clinic, where a fast walk or job may be necessary to provide assistance
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