Family Practice - Geriatrics Physician

Healthcare Recruitment Services; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare system on the Gulf Coast is seeking a full-time Geriatric Physician. This role involves developing geriatric care policies, supervising primary care providers, and participating in medical education. The community offers a vibrant lifestyle with rich cultural activities and outdoor recreation.

Qualifications

• Developing and maintaining medical policies related to geriatric care.
• Providing direction and supervision to primary care providers.

Responsibilities

• Involvement in academic medicine, including teaching students and fellows.
• Clinical responsibilities include outpatient and inpatient care.

Skills

Leadership

Patient Care

Education

ACGME-accredited Geriatric Fellowship

Board certification in Internal Medicine

Job description

Academic Geriatric Physician Opportunity on the Gulf Coast

In addition to advanced and innovative patient care at hospitals and clinics, the medical education programs provide first-class training experiences for the next generation of physicians and scientists. This Academic Health System delivers excellence in care while improving the quality of life for residents across the Gulf Coast.

The Department of Internal Medicine is seeking a full-time, board-eligible/board-certified Geriatrician at the Assistant/Associate/Professor level. This role will be responsible for developing and maintaining medical policies, procedures, standards, and protocols related to geriatric patient care. It will also involve providing direction and supervision to related primary care providers, offering leadership and guidance to colleagues and community providers. Additionally, the position includes participation in academic medicine, including teaching students, housestaff, and fellows. Clinical responsibilities will include outpatient and inpatient care.

We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining top talent in a market long recognized as a leader in healthcare. Candidate qualifications include:

1. Successful completion or in-process of an ACGME-accredited Geriatric Fellowship program
2. Board certification in Internal Medicine and BE/BC in Geriatrics

Community Information

The area has a unique charm, blending diverse cultures, flavors, and traditions into a vibrant community. It is known for its rich history, cultural activities, and outdoor recreation, including rivers and sandy beaches. The city offers a temperate climate and a family-friendly environment with a vibrant downtown, making it an ideal place to live and work.