UBMD Internal Medicine (UBMDIM) is the academic medical practice affiliated with the University at Buffalo's Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. It is the largest practice plan within UBMD Physicians' Group, comprising 135 primary and specialty care physicians and a team of 187 staff members. Serving across 16 hospital and outpatient clinics, UBMDIM is committed to providing exceptional patient care, advancing medical research, and educating the next generation of medical professionals. UBMDIM strives to remain at the forefront of healthcare innovation and excellence in the Buffalo-Niagara Falls region.
This is a full-time, on-site position for an Advanced Practice Provider NP OR PA located in Buffalo, NY. The Advanced Practice Provider will deliver high-quality medical care, including diagnosing and treating patients, managing chronic illnesses, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals. Additional responsibilities include developing treatment plans, providing preventive care, and ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and care in a clinical setting.
Proficiency in practicing medicine, in in-patient/hospital environments
Experience in Critical Care Medicine and specialized treatments
Qualifications and experience as a Nurse Practitioner or
Ability to deliver patient-focused, evidence-based care with strong clinical decision-making skills
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with a multidisciplinary team
Active and unrestricted Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) license in the state of New York
Prior experience in internal medicine or similar healthcare settings is strongly preferred
Assessment, diagnosis, treatment, management, education, health promotion and care coordination for patients.
The APP demonstrates an advanced level of medical/nursing clinical knowledge, communication and interdisciplinary collaboration, professionalism and systems-based practice.
The APP will work with administrative, nursing, physician, and other staff to assure safe, effective, quality patient care.
The APP will provide care within their scope of practice as outlined by applicable state law, licensing, regulations, institutional policy, privileges and practice agreements.
Provides care that is patient and family centered, compassionate, appropriate and effective for the promotion of health, prevention of illness and treatment of disease throughout the lifespan.
Facilitate consistent, coordinated care and clear communication among all members of the healthcare team.
Incorporate the patient and family in care planning and treatment across settings.
Serves as an advocate for patients and families in navigating the health care system.
Maintain accurate and complete patient records; completes documentation within expected timeframe and submits completed billing in a timely fashion.
Handle urgent telephone calls and tasks for attending physicians that are unavailable/out of town.
Communicate effectively and accurately with patients, families, and physicians; recognizes appropriate times to refer to a physician or other healthcare provider.
Collaborate with physicians on designing and implementing appropriate plan of care for the patient, or chooses appropriate treatment based on pre-determined protocols.
May be expected to work at other UBMD IM sites where care is provided.
Any other duties as requested by collaborating physician, medical director and/or division chief.
Job Type: Full-time
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
UBMD Internal Medicine (UBMDIM) is an internal medicine practice based on the ongoing pursuit of academic medical knowledge and treatment. We are affiliated with the University at Buffalo’s Department of Medicine, and our team of doctors are made up of 135 physicians who are dedicated to serving our patients with the most innovative and efficient treatment solutions available. Our staff of highly trained professors continues to spread the information that we have uncovered by teaching the next generation of patients and students. We also have a team of researchers who specialize in identifying new treatment options for diseases by investigating the specific causes of medical issues and attempting to target them at the source. From common medical studies for allergies, metabolism, and nutrition to research on immunology, cardiology, and much more, our treatments and academic pursuits represent the full spectrum of internal medicine.
