Job Description

The PGY-1 Internal Medicine Resident Physician is responsible for participating in a structured graduate medical education program accredited by the ACGME. Under the supervision of attending physicians and senior residents, the resident provides direct patient care in inpatient and outpatient settings while developing clinical competency in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of adult medical conditions.

The resident is expected to progressively assume responsibility for patient care consistent with training level, institutional policies, and program requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients admitted to the Internal Medicine service.
• Obtain comprehensive medical histories and perform physical examinations.
• Develop differential diagnoses and treatment plans under physician supervision.
• Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests and laboratory studies.
• Document patient encounters, progress notes, discharge summaries, and consultations accurately and timely in the electronic medical record.
• Participate in daily rounds, interdisciplinary meetings, and patient care conferences.
• Respond to medical emergencies and participate in on-call coverage schedules.
• Coordinate patient care with nursing staff, consultants, ancillary departments, and care management teams.
• Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions.
• Participate in ambulatory continuity clinic assignments.
• Attend required educational conferences, lectures, morbidity and mortality conferences, and quality improvement activities.
• Comply with ACGME duty hour requirements, hospital policies, patient safety standards, infection control procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Engage in scholarly activity, research, and quality improvement initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.

Licensure / Certification

• Valid limited permit or medical license as required by state law.
• Current DEA registration (if applicable).
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required.

Experience

• Successful graduation from medical school and acceptance into an accredited Internal Medicine Residency Program.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of internal medicine principles and evidence-based clinical practice.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary staff.
• Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Commitment to professionalism, ethical practice, and patient-centered care.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in hospital inpatient units, outpatient clinics, emergency departments, and other clinical settings.
• Requires rotating day, night, weekend, and holiday schedules.
• May involve prolonged standing, walking, and exposure to infectious diseases and other occupational hazards consistent with healthcare settings.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or assist patients as necessary.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to perform medical procedures and operate clinical equipment.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Education

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.

Licensure / Certification

• Valid limited permit or medical license as required by state law.
• Current DEA registration (if applicable).
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required.

Experience

• Successful graduation from medical school and acceptance into an accredited Internal Medicine Residency Program.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of internal medicine principles and evidence-based clinical practice.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary staff.
• Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Commitment to professionalism, ethical practice, and patient-centered care.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in hospital inpatient units, outpatient clinics, emergency departments, and other clinical settings.
• Requires rotating day, night, weekend, and holiday schedules.
• May involve prolonged standing, walking, and exposure to infectious diseases and other occupational hazards consistent with healthcare settings.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or assist patients as necessary.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to perform medical procedures and operate clinical equipment.