Primary Care /Family Care Physician - Elizabethtown, New York

Job Description
Join a dedicated rural outpatient clinic delivering comprehensive primary care to adult patients. You’ll work independently with a supportive team of an RN, medical assistant, and front-desk staff, providing preventive, acute, and chronic care while participating in a limited on-call rotation. The position offers a stable Monday-Friday schedule with predictable clinic hours and a collaborative, community-focused environment.

Key Details

• Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
• Setting: Outpatient Clinic
• Start Date: ASAP
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (40 hrs/week, 32 patient-facing hrs)
• Patient Population: Adult
• Location: Elizabethtown, NY
• Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non-local candidates

Benefits

• Weekly direct deposit
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Supportive credentialing assistance
• Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
• Flexible scheduling (optional if applicable)

Job Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive outpatient primary care to adults, emphasizing preventive care and patient education.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Conduct patient evaluations, physical exams, care coordination, and follow-up management.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Collaborate with RN, medical assistant, and front-desk staff to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Participate in an outpatient call rotation (approximately 4-5 weeks per year, 4:30 PM – 7:00 AM).

Qualifications

• MD or DO, Board Certified in Family Medicine.
• Minimum 5 years of Family Medicine experience.
• Eligible for hospital privileges at the affiliated local hospital.
• Strong clinical judgment, independent practice skills, and commitment to patient-centered care.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Working Hours

• Clinic coverage: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
• Total of 40 hours per week, with 32 hours dedicated to direct patient care.
• Call rotation: 4:30 PM – 7:00 AM, approximately 4-5 weeks per year.

Skills

• Proficient in EMR documentation and management.
• Ability to independently evaluate, diagnose, and treat a wide range of adult health issues.
• Strong patient education and preventive care expertise.
• Effective care coordination and follow-up management.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.