Medical Doctor - Internal Medicine

The Doctor of Internal Medicine will provide total patient care. The Internist will follow policies and procedures, established by the practice. The Internist will demonstrate subject matter expertise regarding medication, treatment, and standards of patient care.

Essential Functions:

• Evaluates and treats patients within practice parameters
• Provides primary medical care to people of all adults and manages acute and chronic conditions.
• Order appropriate tests, treatment and provide counseling, as needed
• Review patient records to develop comprehensive medical status reports
• Completes physical exams and records pertinent data in acceptable medical forms
• Makes medical diagnoses and institutes therapy or refers patient to the appropriate provider
• Obtains and interprets patient data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, as needed
• Develops and implements action plan
• Participates in community health initiatives including health fairs and other educational activities as directed. Participates in in-service education programs and continuing education.
• Provides instructions and guidance regarding medical care matters to patients
• Performs or assists with routine medical techniques and procedures
• Performs other jobs-related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Graduate from an accredited school/college required.
• Board Certified
• Licensure in NY State required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of basic medical procedures
• Strong computer skills
• Strong understanding of the needs of rural and underserved communities
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients and medical staff
• Ability to comfortably perform and complete tasks in a timely manner
• Ability to follow the protocols and procedures established by the practice