Specialty Physicians Per Diem- Endocrinology | Cardiology | Gastroenterology | Orthopedics | Pulmonology at Upstate Family Health Center Incorporated – Utica, New York

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.

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

Our clinic model allows specialists to focus on patient care while our clinical staff and dedicated scribe team manage documentation and workflow, creating an efficient and physician-friendly environment.

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
Depending on specialty interest and patient demand, physicians may also have the option to participate in:
• Additional clinic sessions
• Telehealth specialty consultations
• Development of specialty programs such as:
o Diabetes and endocrine care
o Pulmonary disease management
o Cardiac risk management
o 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 family-centered approach to care.
• Demonstrates professional, effective, and tactful communication skills, including written, verbal, and non-verbal.
• 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 job-related decisions.
• Presents well-considered 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.