Limited Permit Doctor

Center Management Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairview Skilled Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is seeking a Limited Permit Doctor (LPD) to provide supervised medical care to residents under the guidance of a licensed physician. This role supports the medical team in delivering high-quality, person-centered healthcare in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting.

The LPD will participate in rounds, develop care plans with the supervising physician and IDT, and ensure documentation compliance with NYSDOH regulations.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited medical school.
• Active Limited Permit issued by the New York State Education Department (NYSED).
• Eligibility for full New York State medical licensure.
• Strong clinical judgment and willingness to learn in a supervised setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct resident assessments, physical exams, and follow-up evaluations under supervision.
• Assist in diagnosing and treating acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Develop and implement care plans in collaboration with the supervising physician and interdisciplinary team (IDT).
• Monitor resident progress, update documentation, and address changes in condition promptly.
• Participate in rounds, care conferences, and interdisciplinary meetings.
• Complete all required clinical documentation in the EMR accurately and timely.
• Ensure compliance with NYS DOH, CMS regulations, and facility policies.
• Maintain supervision logs and licensure documentation as required for Limited Permit status.
• Communicate updates, treatment plans, and changes in condition to residents and families.
• Educate residents and families about diagnoses, medications, and procedures under supervision.
• Work closely with nursing, rehab, dietary, social work, and administration to deliver holistic resident care.
• Maintain high standards of ethical practice and professionalism.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and performance audits.

Skills

Strong clinical judgment

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Willingness to learn under supervision

Education

Graduate of an accredited medical school

Active Limited Permit NYSED

Eligibility for full NY medical licensure

Tools

EMR familiarity

Job description

Job post summary

Job Description: Limited Permit Doctor

Fairview Skilled Rehabilitation & Nursing Center

Position Title: Limited Permit Doctor (LPD)
Department: Medical Services
Location: Fairview Skilled Rehab & Nursing Center
Status: Full-Time / Part-Time

Position Summary

The Limited Permit Doctor provides supervised medical care to residents under the direct guidance of a fully licensed physician. The LPD supports the medical team in delivering high-quality, person-centered healthcare, ensuring compliance with New York State Department of Health regulations and all facility policies. This role is ideal for physicians awaiting full licensure who want hands-on experience in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting.

Key Responsibilities Clinical Care

• Conduct resident assessments, physical exams, and follow-up evaluations under supervision.

• Assist in diagnosing and treating acute and chronic medical conditions.

• Develop and implement care plans in collaboration with the supervising physician and interdisciplinary team (IDT).

• Monitor resident progress, update documentation, and address changes in condition promptly.

• Participate in rounds, care conferences, and interdisciplinary meetings.

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete all required clinical documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) accurately and timely.

• Ensure compliance with NYS DOH, CMS regulations, and facility policies.

• Maintain proper supervision logs and licensure documentation as required for Limited Permit status.

Resident & Family Communication

• Communicate updates, treatment plans, and changes in condition to residents and families in a professional, compassionate manner.

• Educate residents and families about diagnoses, medications, and procedures, under supervision.

Collaboration & Professionalism

• Work closely with nursing, rehab, dietary, social work, and administration to deliver holistic resident care.

• Maintain high standards of ethical practice and professionalism.

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and performance audits.

Qualifications Required:

• Graduate of an accredited medical school.

• Active Limited Permit issued by the New York State Education Department (NYSED).

• Eligibility for full New York State medical licensure.

• Strong clinical judgment and willingness to learn in a supervised setting.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred:

• Experience or interest in geriatrics, rehabilitation medicine, or long-term care.

• Familiarity with EMR systems.

• Bilingual skills (not required but helpful).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and move intermittently throughout the facility.

• Ability to assist residents, review charts, and work in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Schedule & Compensation

• Flexible schedules available (Days/Evenings/Weekends).

• Competitive salary based on experience and level of supervision required.

Why Join Fairview?

• Supportive team environment.

• Superb training and mentorship from experienced attending physicians.

• State-of-the-art rehabilitation facility.

• Opportunities for growth once full licensure is obtained.

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