Permanent Primary Care Physician – Internal Medicine / Family Medicine -Auburn, New York

Primary Care Physician – Internal Medicine / Family Medicine

Location: Auburn, New York
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Compensation: $300,000–$350,000 annually

Opportunity Overview

East Hill Medical Center is seeking a compassionate, patient-focused Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Physician to join its primary care team in Auburn, NY. This permanent opportunity is ideal for a physician who values community-based medicine, continuity of care, and becoming a long-term part of the Auburn community.

The position offers full-time daytime hours with limited rotating call, approximately once every 6–8 weeks, with very few calls expected. The practice is open to physicians with limited experience and candidates coming directly out of residency.

Compensation & Schedule

• Annual Salary: $300,000–$350,000
• Schedule: Full-time, daytime hours
• Call: Limited rotating call, approximately every 6–8 weeks
• Employment: Permanent/direct-hire opportunity

Position Responsibilities

The physician will serve as a central member of the healthcare team, delivering high-quality primary care and an exceptional patient experience.

Key responsibilities include:

• Obtain comprehensive medical histories and conduct physical examinations.
• Review and interpret patient records, laboratory results, and diagnostic data.
• Establish diagnoses and develop evidence-based plans of care.
• Order appropriate laboratory and diagnostic testing.
• Prescribe medications and administer injections and immunizations as appropriate.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, preventive care, and healthy lifestyle practices.
• Recommend appropriate community resources based on patient and family needs.
• Document patient care accurately and efficiently in the EMR.
• Provide ongoing monitoring and continuity of care.
• Assist triage nursing staff with clinical guidance and consultation.
• Perform evaluations and treatment procedures when urgent or emergency situations arise.
• Provide supervision and mentorship to advanced practice providers while supporting a collaborative care model.
• Participate in quality-improvement initiatives, professional development activities, required meetings, and committees.
• Participate as needed in emergency-preparedness activities.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and applicable organizational policies.

Qualifications

• M.D. or D.O. from an appropriate medical education program.
• Active New York State medical license.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine and on track toward certification.
• Appropriate postgraduate residency training.
• New graduates and physicians early in their careers are encouraged to apply. The organization has indicated it is willing to consider physicians with limited experience or candidates coming directly out of residency.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Compassionate, respectful, and patient-centered approach to care.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to efficiently document care using an EMR.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, and standard office technology.

Practice Environment

This opportunity is particularly well suited for a physician who wants to establish roots in the community and practice traditional, relationship-driven primary care. The organization places significant importance on finding someone who genuinely wants to live and work in the Auburn area long term. The incoming physician will also have access to close mentorship from the Chief Medical Officer.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform repetitive motions associated with routine clinical duties.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
• Strong attention to detail when reviewing and analyzing clinical information.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This position combines a $300K–$350K salary, daytime schedule, minimal rotating call, and the opportunity to build a long-term primary care practice in Auburn. It can be especially attractive to physicians seeking a permanent community-based role with mentorship and the ability to develop lasting patient relationships.