Primary Care Physician FPIM

The Grand Canyon of the Allegheny
The Community Wellsville New York
Wellsville is a friendly small town in western New Yorks Allegany County that appeals to people who enjoy a relaxed rural lifestyle with strong community ties. Surrounded by scenic hills forests and rivers it offers easy access to outdoor activities like hiking hunting fishing and snowmobiling while maintaining a low cost of living and a slower pace of life. Its historic downtown has local shops and restaurants community events and a tight-knit feel that many residents value yet larger regional centers like Olean and Buffalo are within reasonable driving distance for broader services and amenities.

The Community Wellsboro PA
Wellsboro is a charming small town in northern Pennsylvania where people enjoy a relaxed scenic way of life surrounded by rolling hills forests and access to the Pine Creek Gorgeoften called the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania. It has a welcoming community historic downtown with local shops and eateries strong school systems and abundant outdoor recreation nearby (hiking biking fishing and year-round nature activities). Its small-town pace lower cost of living and proximity to larger regional centers make it attractive for families retirees and anyone seeking a quieter lifestyle with easy access to nature

About the Facility Wellsville & Wellsboro VA Outpatient Clinics
These two clinics provide primary care services including routine medical appointments preventive health care and coordination with the broader VA health system. Veterans can access basic outpatient health maintenance chronic disease management and referrals for additional care through the VA network.

Facility Addresses:
3458 Riverside Drive (Route 19) Wellsville NY 14895
1835 Shumway Hill Road Wellsboro PA 16901

Primary Care Physician - RESPONSIBILITIES (listed are included but not limited to)

• The Primary Care Physician functions as an integral team member of the interdisciplinary medical team providing care to both civilian and military patients at the VA Medical Center and affiliated clinics.
• Conduct comprehensive medical assessments including history-taking physical examinations diagnosis and initiation of treatment plans. Respond to and manage emergency situations facilitating treatment and patient transfers when necessary.
• Provide follow-up care for patients with ongoing medical issues adjusting diagnostic testing and medication regimens as appropriate to improve patient outcomes.
• Refer patients to appropriate VA specialists or other healthcare providers when specialized care is required.
• The Primary Care Physician serves as a consultant in clinical practice offering expert advice to colleagues and other medical professionals.
• Collaborate with other healthcare disciplines to ensure continuity of care participating actively in care coordination efforts.
• Be available for after-hours communication to receive and address patient lab results via phone when necessary.
• Work cooperatively with a wide range of healthcare professionals including VA Physicians CRNAs Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs) Nurse Practitioners (NPs) Physician Assistants (Client) Registered Nurses (RNs) Anesthesia Technicians and allied health staff to provide comprehensive health services.
• The Primary Care Physician evaluates and treats approximately 10 patients per 8-hour shift managing a variety of medical complexities including cardiovascular gastrointestinal pulmonary orthopedic and surgical cases.

Primary Care Physician - REQUIREMENTS

• Should be a graduate from an accredited School of Medicine with an MD degree.
• Should be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine is required.
• Must possess a current full and unrestricted license to practice medicine in any U.S. State Territory Commonwealth or the District of Columbia.
• Must hold a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or an equivalent certification recognized by the American Heart Association.