Internal Medicine Physician

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Functional Title:PHYSICIAN - INTERNAL MEDICINE/ HIV SPECIALIST

General Summary: The Physician - Internal Medicine/HIV Specialist is responsible for providing comprehensive care to HIV patients and management of common and complex diseases. The Internist/ HIV specialist must be able to effectively diagnose patients and suggest a course of treatment and prescribe and administer medications, immunizations, and other non-surgical treatments.

Position Reports to: Chief Medical Officer for direct supervision.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide direct patient care to Betances patients. Diagnose and treat acute illness, as well as chronic diseases and conditions, such as hypertension, heart disease, or diabetes
• Maintenance of a clinic panel of people living with HIV and other patients appropriate to ongoing infectious disease oversight
• Prescribe or administer medication, therapy and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease or injury
• Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients. Monitor patients' conditions and progress, re-evaluating treatments as necessary
• Provide health and wellness advice; order age appropriate screenings, immunize patients against preventable diseases
• Adhere to documentation and quality standards set by New York State and any other standards implemented by the Chief Medical Officer
• Refer patients to other medical specialists, when necessary
• Maintain an ongoing relationship with back-up hospital and its professionals. Ultimately, have admitting privileges at that institution
• Timely completion of accurate and detailed notes, , patient care forms , and letters
• Must adhere to BHC policies and procedures.
• Must participate and complete quarterly peer reviews in a timely fashion
• Must attend monthly Provider Meetings
• Special Projects to be determined by the Chief Medical Officer
• Other tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Graduate of an accredited medical or osteopathic school with MD, DO or equivalent degree. Successful completion of accredited Residency program. Community or ambulatory health experience is preferred
• Must be NYS Licensed Physician MD or DO and in good standing with all regulatory agencies
• Must be Board certified in Internal Medicine and in good standing with their Board Certified Academy with 2+ years of experience
• Must comply with American Board of Internal Medicine and American Academy if HIV Medicine requirements to maintain certification
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills required
• Must be assertive, detail-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Computer proficiency with efficiency in using electronic health records systems
• Bilingual (Spanish or Chinese) a plus
• Demonstrated ability to motivate, supervise, train and work respectfully and effectively with a culturally diverse clinic staff
• Commitment to prove quality health care services to a diverse community of patients. Ability to establish and maintain rapport with patients
• Valid DEA number to prescribe medications
• Knowledge of and experience with HER and other office technology
• Analytical skills in determining best treatment plans and decision making when presented with patient complaints