Physician - House Calls - Essen Medical Associates

At Essen Health Care, we care for that! 

As the largest privately held multispecialty medical group in the Bronx, we provide high-quality, compassionate, and accessible medical care to some of the most vulnerable and under-served residents of New York State. Guided by a Population Health model of care, Essen has five integrated clinical divisions offering urgent care, primary care, and specialty services, as well as nursing home staffing and care management. Founded in 1999, our over 20-year commitment has fueled an unwavering dedication toward innovating a better healthcare delivery system. Essen has expanded from a single primary care office to an umbrella organization offering specialties from women’s health to endocrinology, from psychiatry to a vast array of other specialties. All clinical services are offered via telehealth or in-person at over 35 medical offices and at home through the Essen House Calls program. 

Essen Health Care is the place Where Care Comes Together! We are looking for the most talented and effective individuals to join our rapidly growing company. With over 1,100 employees and 400+ Practitioners, we care for over 250,000 patients annually in New York City and beyond. From medical providers to administration & operational staff, there is a career here for you. Join our team today!

Job Summary: Essen is currently seeking Board Certified or Board Eligible Physicians in all Specialties; for All regions, within our Office, Urgent Care, House Calls & Nursing Home Divisions. We have openings in varies locations: Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, Poughkeepsie, Long Island & Westchester County. We are an expanding primary care team and provide patients with high-quality treatment and diagnostic services.

The House Calls Physician provides comprehensive medical care to patients in their homes, focusing on those with limited mobility or access to traditional healthcare settings. This role requires strong clinical skills, compassion, and the ability to work independently while coordinating care with other healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities include:

• Work with the primary healthcare team to provide patients with primary medical care services within the standard of care for House Call patients.
• Patient Assessments: Conduct thorough evaluations of patients' medical history, physical condition, and medication usage during home visits.
• Diagnosis and Treatment: Diagnose medical conditions and develop treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs, including prescribing medications as appropriate.
• Coordination of Care: Collaborate with other healthcare providers, including specialists and nurses, to ensure continuity of care.
• Patient Education: Educate patients and their families about health management, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications to improve health outcomes.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records for all home visits, including assessments, treatments, and follow-up plans.
• Emergency Response: Address urgent medical needs as they arise during home visits and provide referrals as necessary.
• Travel: Manage a schedule of home visits, traveling to patients’ locations within the designated service area.
• Support Services: Assist in arranging additional services for patients, such as physical therapy, lab tests, or home health nursing.

• Medical Doctor(MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic(DO) degree from an accredited United States medical school
• Successful completion of residency and at an accredited healthcare institution or completed a US residency or 5 year pathway
• Active NY License
• Current New York State Medical Practitioner License
• Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and Department of Public Safety (DPS) registration, for prescription writing. I’m guessing they can get this during the credentialing process
• Experience providing primary care and diagnostic services in a clinical setting
• Experience working in a team of healthcare professionals and collaborating with them to ensure positive, effective patient experiences with our organization
• RESIDENTS AND FELLOWS ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
• salary: $150,000-$200,000

Work Environment:

• Primarily operates in patients' homes, which may include varying living conditions.
• May require travel within a designated geographic area.
• May involve flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate patient needs.

Essen Health care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.