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Job description
Key Highlights
One dedicated clinic day per week
Outpatient-only practice
No hospital call or inpatient responsibilities
Strong internal referral pipeline from UFHC primary care providers
Expected 20–23 patients per clinic session
Dedicated RN/LPN/MA clinical staff
Experienced medical scribe support
Minimal administrative burden
Upstate Family Health Care Inc. (UFHC) is a growing Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Utica, NY, is seeking board-certified or board-eligible specialists to provide outpatient specialty consultation services on a per-diem / 1099 contract basis. We are looking for the following specialties: Endocrinology | Cardiology | Gastroenterology | Orthopedics | Pulmonology
The opportunity is ideal for specialists who want to maintain a flexible schedule while working in a high-efficiency outpatient clinic environment supported by an established primary care network.
Referral Collaboration
Specialists may receive referrals for procedures or advanced diagnostics that are outside the scope of UFHC outpatient services and require hospital or specialty facility care. Such referrals will be made when clinically appropriate and in accordance with patient choice and UFHC referral policies.
Optional Opportunities
Additional clinic sessions
Telehealth specialty consultations
Development of specialty programs such as: Diabetes and endocrine care
Pulmonary disease management Cardiac risk management
Musculoskeletal and orthopedic care programs
Participation is optional and based on physician availability and program development.
Compensation
Competitive hourly compensation is structured as a 1099 independent contractor arrangement, based on specialty and experience.
Qualifications
MD or DO
Board Certified or Board Eligible in specialty
Active New York State medical license
DEA registration (if applicable)
About UFHC
Upstate Family Health Center is a mission-driven Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) dedicated to improving access to high-quality healthcare services in the Utica region through integrated primary and specialty care. We are committed to providing quality health care for everyone in order to build a healthier community.
Clinic is open Monday – Friday 8:00am-6:00pm.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs)
Core values consistent with a patient and familycentered approach to care.
Demonstrates professional, effective, and tactful communication skills, including written, verbal, and nonverbal.
Positive attitude and respectful, professional customer service.
Acknowledges patient’s rights on confidentiality issues, maintains patient confidentiality at all times, and follows HIPAA guidelines and regulations.
Acts as a patient advocate, responding with empathy and respect to resolve patient and family concerns.
Commitment to equitable, culturally sensitive patient care.
Continues to educate self on providing quality care and improving professional skills.
Applies and shares knowledge, expertise, and best practices with the team.
Supports the mission, core values, and objectives of the organization.
Displays flexibility and openness in daily work and encourages others to stay open to change and improvement.
Adapts to changing priorities, new ideas, strategies, procedures, and methods.
Respects coworkers and adapts behaviors to work effectively with varying people and situations.
Accumulates all relevant information before making jobrelated decisions.
Presents wellconsidered alternatives when making recommendations.
Ability to multitask and manage time. Makes decisions in a timely manner.
Complies with quality assurance, OSHA, infection control, safety, and other policies.
Work Environment / Physical Demands
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Ability to lift/ carry up to 60 pounds and assist patients as needed
Must be able to bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, twist, and perform repetitive clinical and administrative tasks
Blood Borne Pathogen Category (OSHA) Category I Job related tasks involve exposure or potential exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissue and tasks are a condition of employment
Must establish effective working relationships, maintain confidentiality, communicate clearly, follow written/oral instructions, and perform duties with accuracy and professionalism.
Upstate Family Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Who can apply
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