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Specialty Manager/ Nursing Homes
Company : Essen Health Care
Location : Bronx, NY, 10451
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 6 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
Position title: Specialty Manager for Nursing Homes
Job summary: The Specialty Manager oversees the Nursing Home Division’s team of specialty providers and consultants, ensuring that clinical services are aligned with facility needs and organizational performance goals. This role provides leadership and oversight to both specialists and their supporting Clinical Assistants (CAs), ensuring visit targets are met, documentation is complete, and billing processes are timely. The Specialty Manager acts as the primary liaison between specialty services and facility leadership, driving quality, efficiency, and accountability across all consultative disciplines. This role requires a blend of clinical operations experience, people management, and performance tracking.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the operational performance of all specialty providers and consultants within the Nursing Home Division,
- including psychiatry, podiatry, optometry, dentistry, and other consultative services.
- Monitor provider productivity, ensuring visit goals are met and reported accurately across facilities.
- Track and follow up on timely and complete documentation, including note submission and billing compliance.
- Supervise and support the Clinical Assistants working with specialty providers to ensure smooth coordination of visits, schedules, and documentation workflows.
- Serve as the main point of contact between specialty teams and facility administration, resolving escalations and maintaining positive working relationships.
- Maintain up-to-date tracking of provider assignments, service frequencies, and facility coverage to ensure ongoing alignment with patient care needs.
- Identify gaps in specialty services or performance trends and implement strategies to improve quality, efficiency, and outcomes.
- Support onboarding and offboarding of specialty providers and coordinate related operational setup (e.g., access, credentialing, schedules).
- Lead or assist with in-servicing and coaching of underperforming staff and specialists as needed.
- Ensure specialists and CAs adhere to internal guidelines, regulatory requirements, and documentation standards.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree Required
Medical School Degree preferred
- Bilingual Spanish preferred
Excellent communication skills
Confidence when speaking to clinicians and business leaders
Computer literate (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
Strong organizational skills to give team direction
Knowledge of care provided in Nursing Homes
Aware of and complies with E&M Guidelines for Nursing Home Care
Able to navigate various EHR systems
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
Specialty Managers in nursing homes focus on coordinating diverse consultative services like psychiatry and optometry, ensuring clinical and operational goals align within long-term care settings. Unlike general healthcare managers, they juggle specialized provider teams and facility-specific regulations unique to nursing home environments.
Strong organizational abilities, clinical operations knowledge, and effective communication with both clinical staff and administration are vital. Familiarity with nursing home care standards, EHR systems, and regulatory compliance also distinguishes top performers in this specialized managerial role.
This position often leads to senior healthcare leadership roles, such as director of nursing services or operations manager within long-term care networks. Gaining experience in multi-specialty coordination and quality assurance opens pathways to broader healthcare system administration.
Bilingual Spanish proficiency is preferred at Essen Health Care, enhancing communication with a diverse Bronx patient population. This linguistic skill supports culturally competent care and strengthens team interactions across specialties in nursing home settings.
Essen Health Care offers a collaborative environment with integrated clinical divisions, providing Specialty Managers access to advanced EHR tools and comprehensive data tracking. Regular coaching and quality improvement initiatives help managers maintain high standards in nursing home specialty services.
The Bronx is experiencing increased demand for skilled nursing home managers due to its aging population and healthcare expansion. While competition exists, strong clinical leadership and familiarity with local healthcare regulations can give candidates a distinct advantage.
Bronx’s dense urban layout means public transit accessibility is often better than parking availability. Managers should evaluate proximity to key medical offices and consider flexible scheduling to navigate peak traffic and transit times efficiently.
Specialty Managers in Bronx nursing homes typically earn between $85,000 and $110,000 annually, slightly below Manhattan averages but balanced by lower living costs. Compensation reflects local market demand and the specialized skill set required for managing consultative healthcare teams.
Managing a variety of specialty providers across multiple facilities requires balancing diverse clinical needs with administrative goals. Coordinating effective communication among specialists, clinical assistants, and facility leadership presents ongoing operational and compliance challenges.
Essen Health Care fosters an inclusive, patient-centered culture emphasizing innovation and teamwork. Specialty Managers benefit from a supportive environment that values diverse backgrounds and encourages proactive problem-solving tailored to vulnerable populations in Bronx nursing homes.