House Officer

EHS Overview:

Episcopal Health Services Inc. (EHS) is a health system located on the Rockaway Peninsula in Queens, New York. EHS provides inpatient, outpatient, and emergency care to the diverse populations of the Rockaways, Five Towns, South Nassau, and beyond. The system offers comprehensive preventive, diagnostic, and rehabilitative services to people of all faiths.

St. John’s Episcopal Hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission’s Health Facilities Accreditation Program and is approved by the New York State Department of Health. The hospital is a recipient of the Gold-Plus Get with the Guidelines®-Stroke Quality Achievement Award and the Gold-Plus Get with the Guidelines®-Heart Failure Quality Achievement Award from the American Heart Association. Additionally, St. John's is proud to be redesignated as a Baby-Friendly® Hospital by Baby-Friendly USA – the accrediting body and national authority for the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI) in the United States.

Come Grow With Us!

Type: Full-Time 80 Hours Bi-Weekly

Hours: Varies

Shift: Varies

Pay: $86,000 Annually

Job Summary:

Episcopal Health Services is seeking a House Officer to join our Internal Medicine team. Operating under the supervision of New York State licensed physicians, the House Officer provides comprehensive medical care to a diverse patient population. This role is specifically designed for medical school graduates holding a NYS Limited Permit who are working toward full licensure. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality, evidence-based care while adhering to the guidelines set by the New York State Education Department and EHS facility policies.

Responsibilities:

• Clinical Assessment: Conduct comprehensive physical examinations, obtain detailed medical histories, and document clinical findings in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).


• Care Planning: Develop and implement diagnostic and therapeutic plans in close collaboration with the supervising attending physician. Participate in interdisciplinary rounding.


• Diagnostic Management: Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging studies, and other diagnostic procedures.


• Patient Management: Provide direct medical treatment and manage acute and chronic conditions as directed by the supervising physician. Demonstrate consistent professional and high quality communication skills.


• Pharmacotherapy: Prescribe medications in accordance with NYS Limited Permit regulations and facility protocols.


• Procedures: Perform clinical procedures within the scope of training and as authorized by the supervising physician.


• Patient Advocacy: Provide essential education and counseling to patients and families regarding disease management, treatment adherence, and preventative health.


• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Coordinate with nursing, social work, and specialty consult services to ensure seamless, patient-centered care.


• Compliance: Maintain accurate, timely medical records and adhere to all legal, ethical, and Joint Commission standards.

Requirements:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited medical school (MD, DO, or international equivalent).


• Licensure: Possession of, or immediate eligibility for, a New York State Limited Permit to practice medicine.


• Examinations: Successful completion of USMLE or COMLEX steps required for NYS Limited Permit eligibility.


• Clinical Skills: Strong foundational knowledge in Internal Medicine and a commitment to clinical excellence. Experience in inpatient management preferred.


• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal and teamwork skills, with the ability to communicate effectively in a high-pressure environment.


• Technology: Proficiency with Electronic Health Records (Meditech preferred) and basic office software.


• Values: Demonstrated commitment to serving underserved populations and practicing ethical, compassionate medicine.