Physician for Skilled Nursing Facilities - Primary Care West Haven - Clinton

Connecticut, LLC; West Haven (CT); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Friendly working environment

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Physician for Skilled Nursing Facilities in West Haven, Connecticut. This full-time role involves managing direct patient care, diagnosing conditions, and coordinating activities for nursing staff. The ideal candidate will be a Medical Doctor with 3 to 5 years of experience, possess a Medical License, and demonstrate strong patient care skills. This position offers a flexible schedule and the opportunity to work autonomously in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of direct patient experience which may include residency.
• Need to be Board eligible or Board Certified.

Responsibilities

• Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations.
• Diagnoses medical condition and prescribes pharmaceuticals.
• Directs and coordinates the patient care activities of nursing and support staff.

Skills

Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.

Understanding of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids

Demonstrated skill in interviewing and patient coaching.

Expertise in EHR documentation

Education

Medical Doctor

Medical License

Board certification

Federal DEA certification

Job description

Physician for Skilled Nursing Facilities – Primary Care West Haven – Clinton

Requisition Number: PHYSI001716

• Posted: April 15, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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PACT Primary Care West Haven - Clinton
Clinton, CT, USA

Pay Range: $200,000.00 to $300,000.00 per year
By adhering to Connecticut State Law, pay ranges are posted. The pay rate will vary based on various factors including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge of position and comparison to others who are already in this role within the company.

COVID-19 and Flu Vaccine Considerations:
Masks are optional for employees, visitors, patients, vendors, etc. All employees are strongly encouraged and recommended to obtain the COVID-19 vaccination routinely. Proof of annual flu vaccination is required for all employees.

Physicians Alliance of Connecticut (PACT, LLC) is a multi-specialty Physician group. We offer health benefits, paid time off, and a friendly working environment. We are a medium sized company with a family atmosphere.

Position Summary: An internal medical group offers a physician opportunity to work in skilled nursing facilities in the Clinton area. This is an excellent opportunity for those that enjoy a flexible work schedule, working autonomously, and accelerating in a pay for performance environment. The position is full-time, working 40 hours per week.

Essential Functions

• Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses and treatment for a specified patient population.
• Engages patients and their families or caregivers in understanding, setting and monitoring self-management care plans, and documents individualized care plans and care coordination in the patient chart.
• Analyzes patients' medical history, medication allergies, physical condition and examination to determine best care.
• Diagnoses medical condition.
• Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions.
• Refers patients to specialists or internal medicine as appropriate.
• Directs and coordinates the patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required.
• Respects and promotes patient rights and privacy.
• Responds appropriately to emergency situations.
• Participates in meetings to evaluate practice processes and workflows pertaining to patient care and quality improvement efforts.
• Participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs.
• Participates in population health activities as directed by the practice.
• Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.

Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.
• Understanding of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosage and instruct patients in correct usage.
• Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluations, diagnosis and treatments in area of expertise.
• Demonstrated skill in interviewing and patient coaching.
• Expertise in EHR documentation as it pertains to patients and populations of patients.

Education and Experience

• Medical Doctor with 3 to 5 years of direct patient experience which may include residency.
• Medical License.
• Board certification.
• Federal DEA certification.
• Need to be Board eligible or Board Certified.

Preferred

• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well.
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity.
• Motivations: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization.
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization.

Qualifications

Equal Opportunity Employer.

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