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Urgent Care Physician
Company : Essen Health Care
Location : Bronx, NY, 10461
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 13 January 2026
Overview
At Essen Health Care, we care for that!
As the largest privately held multispecialty medical group in the Bronx, we provide high-quality, compassionate, and accessible medical care to some of the most vulnerable and under-served residents of New York State. Guided by a Population Health model of care, Essen has five integrated clinical divisions offering urgent care, primary care, and specialty services, as well as nursing home staffing and care management. Founded in 1999, our over 20-year commitment has fueled an unwavering dedication toward innovating a better healthcare delivery system. Essen has expanded from a single primary care office to an umbrella organization offering specialties from women’s health to endocrinology, from psychiatry to a vast array of other specialties. All clinical services are offered via telehealth or in-person at over 35 medical offices and at home through the Essen House Calls program.
Essen Health Care is the place Where Care Comes Together! We are looking for the most talented and effective individuals to join our rapidly growing company. With over 1,100 employees and 400+ Practitioners, we care for over 250,000 patients annually in New York City and beyond. From medical providers to administration & operational staff, there is a career here for you. Join our team today!
Job Summary
Essen is currently seeking Urgent Care Physicians. Our dedicated and compassionate team of professionals come from culturally diverse backgrounds and they share the common vision of providing our outpatient population with the best primary and preventative health care available.
- Full-time and Part-time Schedules
- Comprehensive Pay Structure
- Access to multiple Physician Specialties
- Hospital and community-based positions available
- Culture passionate about improving access to healthcare
- Great benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, and commuter benefits
- Fellows and Practicing physicians welcome
- Clinical Assistant Provided
- Geriatric and Adult Patient population
- Loan repayment available
- Visa sponsorship available
Responsibilities
The selected candidate will be responsible to perform daily Urgent Care Physician duties including but not limited to:
- Provide diagnostic healthcare services to patients of all ages
- Take medical histories, examine patients, order diagnostic testing, interpret test results, make diagnoses, create treatment plans
- Perform minor surgical procedures including laceration repair, incision and drainage and foreign body removal
- Perform splinting and casting for minor orthopedic injuries
- Document patient encounters thoroughly and accurately
- Conduct follow up calls to patients; handle incoming patient, pharmacy or physician calls
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have the following Qualifications:
- Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor
- Board Certified or Board Eligible Family Medicine, Urgent Care and Internal Medicine (with urgent care)
- Successful completion of an approved residency training program.
- Active License
- Current New York State Medical Practitioner License
- Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and Department of Public Safety (DPS) registration, for prescription writing.
- Urgent Care or Emergency Department experience
- Bilingual (Spanish / English) is a plus, but not a requirement
Salary: $210,000-$240,000
Salary may reflect bonuses and incentives
Equal Opportunity Employer
Essen Health care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.
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Frequently asked questions
Bronx's healthcare sector shows growing demand for urgent care physicians due to its diverse and underserved population. While there's competition, employers like Essen Health Care offer unique opportunities with comprehensive benefits, making it a favorable environment for both new and experienced urgent care doctors.
In New York, urgent care physicians typically need an active NY State medical license and DEA registration. Board certification in family medicine, internal medicine, or emergency medicine with urgent care training is highly valued, enhancing prospects in clinics like Essen Health Care.
Urgent care physicians focus on non-life-threatening conditions requiring prompt attention, often handling minor procedures and diagnostics. Unlike emergency physicians who manage critical trauma, urgent care docs balance broad outpatient care, emphasizing accessibility and preventive health.
Handling diverse patient needs rapidly, managing minor surgical interventions, and coordinating follow-ups require agility. Physicians must balance thorough documentation with efficient care delivery, often addressing a broad age range in a fast-paced outpatient setting.
Essen Health Care fosters collaboration by connecting urgent care physicians to multiple specialties, enhancing patient care continuity. This integration supports comprehensive diagnostics, treatment planning, and access to resources, enriching the physician's clinical experience.
Essen stands out with its commitment to serving vulnerable populations, offering flexible schedules, loan repayment options, and bilingual environment. Its expansive network and supportive infrastructure provide urgent care doctors with enhanced career growth and patient engagement.
Urgent care physicians in Bronx typically earn between $210,000 and $240,000 annually, often inclusive of bonuses and incentives. Essen Health Care aligns with this market standard, providing competitive compensation paired with comprehensive benefits packages.
While not mandatory, being bilingual, especially in Spanish and English, enhances communication with Bronx's diverse patient base. This skill improves diagnostic accuracy, patient trust, and care outcomes, making bilingual physicians highly valued within Essen's culturally rich workforce.
Physicians often advance into leadership roles such as urgent care medical directors or transition into specialties within multispecialty groups. Opportunities at Essen include expanding clinical expertise, engaging in community health initiatives, and contributing to healthcare delivery innovations.
Essen Health Care offers both full-time and part-time roles, accommodating varied availability. This flexibility supports work-life balance and suits physicians seeking to tailor schedules while delivering crucial urgent care services in Bronx’s high-demand environment.