Physician - Highland Medical Neurology

2302 Highland Medical, P.C.; West Nyack (NY); On-site; USD 270,000 - 330,000; Full time

Job summary

2302 Highland Medical, P.C. is seeking a physician to provide comprehensive patient care while coordinating the continuum of care. The role includes evaluating and treating patients, ensuring they receive appropriate medical services, and maintaining compliance with all regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate has an MD and 1-3 years of experience, along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. This position is based in West Nyack, New York, and offers a competitive starting salary of $300,000.

Qualifications

• Must be an attending or have an MD.
• 1-3 years of experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to patients and coordinate their care.
• Direct patients to appropriate services and track their progress.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Attending required or MD required

Physician - New York State Board of Medicine required

1-3 years of experience preferred

Job description

Job Location & Schedule

City/State: West Nyack, New York. Department: Physician Practice Management_3. Work Shift: Day. Work Days: MON-FRI, WEEKEND CALL. Scheduled Hours: 8 AM-4:30 PM. Scheduled Daily Hours: 8 HOURS. Hours Per Pay Period: 40. Pay Rate/Range: Starting at $300,000.

Job Summary

Provides direct care to patients and serves as a consistent care coordinator through the continuum of care, assessing the physical, psychological, spiritual and social needs of the patient. Directs patients to the next appropriate service and tracks their progress. Assures that all patients receive appropriate evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, medical screening and medical evaluation whenever indicated, and that all medical patient care is appropriately documented in the medical record.

Essential Functions

1. Maintain current working knowledge of all local, federal, state and other regulatory agency laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures applicable to assigned programs, including cultural and linguistic healthcare and outreach services, quality management, and quality improvement standards to insure compliance.
2. Assist with policy changes as necessary.
3. Maintain compliance with hospital policies and medical staff by‑laws, rules and regulations and all requirements for medical staff privileges.
4. Assist Associate VP with development of practice standards and oversight of compliance with standards to establish and maintain the scope of services required, meeting the needs of patients.
5. Assist with development of clinically relevant, evidence‑based, best practices for patient care.
6. Provide direct medical treatment to patients as needed.
7. Participate in development of a clinically relevant, outcome evaluation process as needed.
8. Liaise and collaborate with community physicians, hospital staff and other professional agencies with regard to patient services. Assist in assessment of community needs to determine program and service priorities.
9. Timely and quality completion of all required documentation necessary for regulatory and financial purposes.
10. Ensure coverage in your absence via working with the CMO to appoint another MD.

Hospital‑Wide Standards

• Organizational demonstrates adherence to Montefiore Nyack Hospital “We Care” standards:
  1. WORKING TOGETHER – I will commit to work together in a courteous, respectful manner. I will demonstrate a positive spirit of service with all employees with whom I interact. Place team success above individual recognition. Be receptive to new ideas and approaches within my workplace. Offer assistance generously without hesitation.
  2. EMPOWERMENT – I will be accountable, responsible, and self‑directed in all aspects of my work at all times. See projects through to ensure completion. Problem‑solve with patients, family members, and other employees. Follow up to ensure a resolution.
  3. COMMUNICATION – I will demonstrate positive communication in a clear, courteous and appropriate manner at all times. Answer the phone within three rings if possible and identify myself, my department, and ask, “How may I help you?”. Use effective verbal and written communication to patients, families, visitors, using the principles of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank You). Use positive communication in tone of voice, body language, and choice of words. Respond to e‑mails in a courteous manner, within twenty‑four hours.
  4. APPEARANCE – I will dress in a manner that reflects a professional and positive image of the hospital at all times. Maintain a clean, neat, and professional appearance which adheres to the hospital dress‑code policy. Promote and adhere to Nyack Hospital’s guidelines regarding a safe and clean work environment for employees, patients, families and visitors.
  5. RESPONSESIVENESS – I will demonstrate the ability to provide timely feedback and communication to patients, visitors, and coworkers. Respond to patient call lights and ask if I can assist (no pass zone). Respond empathetically. Apologize for delays and concerns.
  6. EXCELLENCE IN SERVICE – I will strive to “do my best everyday” in exceeding customer expectations. Anticipate and address patients’, families’ and visitors’ needs. Avoid negativity and exhibit a “can‑do” attitude. “Manage up” fellow employees, physicians, departments and the organization to increase patient confidence both internally and in the community. Exit elevators to accommodate our patients’ first. Acknowledge people in the hallway by smiling and making eye contact. Help lost guests and new employees by escorting them to their destination.

Qualifications

• Attending required or MD required.
• 1‑3 years preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (medium proficiency).
• Physician‑ New York State Board of Medicine required.

EEO Statement

Highland Medical, P.C. is an equal employment opportunity employer. Highland Medical, P.C. will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, lay off and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.