Staff Physician - Correctional Health Services (Sun - Thurs, 4pm - 12am)

Physician Affiliate Group of NY; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

CME reimbursement

Visa candidates considered

Job summary

Physician Affiliate Group of New York provides medical services on Rikers Island under the supervision of the Site Medical Director. The Staff Physician leads care, supervises Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners, and ensures high-quality health services for patients.

The role involves completing histories and physicals, managing admissions, performing rounds, and coordinating with consultants while upholding standards of care and continuing medical education requirements.

Qualifications

• Medical Doctor degree with completion of residency in a related medical specialty.
• Licensed to practice medicine in New York State.
• Federal DEA, BCLS/ACLS, and Infection Control Certification.
• Medical specialty license or certification.
• Board certification or board eligibility in related area of specialty.
• Familiar with EHR systems.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive histories and physicals for admissions and update MPL with diagnoses, labs, and meds.
• Perform SOAP notes for sick calls and follow-ups; update medication orders.
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses; evaluate need for consults.
• Review specialty consults and ensure standard of care; implement recommendations.
• Respond to emergencies and drills promptly and professionally.
• Maintain performance indicators and ensure compliance with standards.
• Conduct chart reviews and transfers; update MPL; resubmit consults.
• Order radiology, labs, EKGs and interpret results with clinical status.

Skills

EHR familiarity

Education

MD (Medical Doctor)

Residency in related medical specialty

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

General Overview

Under supervision of the Site Medical Director with broad latitude for independent judgement and initiative, the Staff Physician is an integral part of the medical team at his/her facility. Staff Physician is expected to take a leading role in the delivery of health care services to our patients. In addition, Staff Physician is responsible for the supervision of the Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners.

Responsibilities

• Completes comprehensive histories and physicals on all new admissions including completion of master problem list (MPL) with diagnosis, lab, and EKG contraindication form and medication list where applicable.
• Performs S.O.A.P. notes on patients requesting sick call, schedule follow-ups and update medication orders. Update any deficiencies on the MPL.
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illness. Evaluates the need for consult services and submits the prioritized consult when indicated.
• Reviews all on island/off-island specialty consult clinic and hospital returns. Evaluates the recommendations to ensure that the standard of care is met and implements the recommendations of the consultant.
• Responds to emergencies and fire drills on a priority basis and in a timely and professional manner.
• Be familiar with performance indicators (P.I.) and takes appropriate measures to comply with these standards.
• Performs chart reviews and summaries on all transfers. Updates the MPL, rewrites medication orders and resubmits consults as needed.
• Requests radiology exams, lab-test, EKG’s when indicated and interprets these results in conjunction with the patient’s clinical status.
• Notifies Urgicare for 3 hr/EMS runs.
• Completes and submits all encounter forms on a daily basis.
• Witnesses, signs and documents patient healthcare refusals.
• Prints name or uses Name Stamp.
• Generates medical modifications as needed.
• Generates special needs tracking form as needed.
• Maintains clinical competency by reviewing PHS protocols, current medical literature and C.M.E.’s.
• Provides clinical supervision for P.A.’s/N.P.’s which includes co-signing of notes and medication orders. Assures that standard of care is maintained.
• Adheres to policies and procedures of CHS and be familiar with them by reviewing them as needed.
• Maintains your tour schedule as directed with particular attention to punctuality and timely notification of absences.
• Maintains required credentials.
• Maintains current licensure and CME requirements (Appropriate documentation must be on our files.
• Maintains professional attitude and appearance.
• Attends all mandatory in-services.
• Complies with and maintains Employee Health requirements.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Lifting and moving.
• Exposure to communicable diseases.

This position will be on various locations on Rikers Island.

Qualifications

• Medical Doctor with 3 to 5 years of directly related experience, which include residency in a directly related medical specialty.
• Registered to practice medicine in the State of New York
• Federal DEA, BCLS or ACLS, and Infection Control Certification
• Medical Specialty License or Certification
• Board certified or Board Eligible in Specified Area of Medical Specialty
• Familiar with EHR

Wage and Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Medical, Prescription, and Dental Coverage starting day one: Top-tier plans with employee contributions significantly below market rates

Generous Annual Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation, Sick, Holiday, Personal and CME days

Annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) Reimbursement

Eligibility for loan forgiveness through the National Student Debt Forgiveness Center

Medical Malpractice Coverage (equivalent to occurrence-based) --provided at no cost to the employee

Visa candidates are considered

Salary Disclosure Information

The salary listed for this position complies with New York City's Salary Transparency Law for Job Advertisements. The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, or benefits. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, historical performance, and other relevant criteria.

Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equitable hiring practices. We are dedicated to fostering a respectful and supportive workplace where everyone is valued. All candidates are considered based on their individual qualifications, potential, and experience. To learn more about our culture and ongoing workplace practices, please visit ourWorkplace Culture | PAGNY page.