Attending Physician MD DO

Job description

Attending Physician (MD/DO)

Skilled Rehabilitation & Nursing Home

Location

Fairview Skilled Rehabilitation Center & Nursing Home

Position Type

Full-Time or Part-Time

On-Site | Flexible Scheduling Available

About Fairview

Fairview Skilled Rehabilitation Center & Nursing Home is a high-quality post-acute and long-term care facility committed to providing excellent medical care in a respectful, collaborative environment. Our interdisciplinary team works closely together to support residents through recovery, rehabilitation, and long-term care, while maintaining strong communication with families and hospital partners.

We are seeking a compassionate, experienced Attending Physician to join our medical team and provide hands-on, patient-centered care in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting.

Position Overview

The Attending Physician is responsible for overseeing and managing the medical care of residents in the skilled rehabilitation and long-term care setting. This role includes clinical decision-making, collaboration with nursing and rehab teams, supervision of mid-level providers and limited permit physicians (if applicable), and ensuring regulatory and quality standards are met.

This position is ideal for physicians interested in geriatrics, post-acute care, internal medicine, or family medicine within a team-based environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical care to residents in skilled rehab and long-term care
• Conduct initial evaluations, routine follow-ups, and acute change-in-condition assessments
• Manage chronic and complex medical conditions
• Oversee admissions, readmissions, and discharge planning
• Review and sign orders, progress notes, and care plans
• Collaborate with nursing leadership, rehabilitation therapists, social work, and administration
• Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings
• Communicate effectively with residents and families
• Supervise and mentor limited permit physicians, nurse practitioners, or physician assistants (as applicable)
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and facility regulations
• Support quality improvement initiatives and best clinical practices
• Coordinate with hospitals, specialists, and outside providers as needed

Qualifications & Requirements

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Active New York State Medical License | Board Certified or Board Eligible in:
• Internal Medicine
• Family Medicine
• Geriatrics (preferred, not required)
• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team
• Comfort working in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation environment

Preferred Experience

• Prior experience in:
• Skilled nursing facilities
• Post-acute or rehabilitation settings
• Long-term care
• Familiarity with EMR systems
• Experience supervising mid-level providers or limited permit physicians

Schedule & Compensation

• Flexible scheduling (full-time or part-time options)
• Competitive compensation based on experience and availability
• Supportive administrative and clinical leadership
• Long-term growth opportunities within the organization

Why Join Fairview?

• Strong, collaborative interdisciplinary team
• Supportive and organized nursing and rehab departments
• Respectful, patient-focused culture
• Administrative support that allows physicians to focus on care
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in post-acute and long-term care

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit

• CV / Resume email to Admin@Fairviewrehab.com
• Copy of NY State Medical License
• Brief cover note outlining availability and interest

Work Location: In person