Geriatric Care Physician — Innovative Senior Care Leader

Senior LIFE PACE; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Senior LIFE is seeking an accomplished physician for its comprehensive senior care center in Allentown. The physician will work Monday–Friday, collaborating with social workers, dietitians, and therapists to deliver integrated elder care and drive high-quality outcomes.

The role emphasizes managing complex geriatric cases, leading care plans, and coordinating with hospital partners while maintaining strong communication with patients and families. Pennsylvania medical licensure is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited medical schools with a valid Pennsylvania license to practice medicine.
• Fellowship in geriatrics preferred.
• Minimum of one year's experience with frail/elderly population.
• Proven clinical leadership in a fast-paced team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive histories and physicals on new referrals to determine best course of care and set member-specific goals.
• Perform interval histories and physicals on existing members and adjust care as needed.
• Evaluate and treat episodic illnesses with interdisciplinary team support.
• Make specialist referrals when needed or for a second opinion.
• Admit and co-manage members in hospital, providing primary care with facility physicians.
• Coordinate discharge plans with LIFE Center therapists and other staff.
• Communicate effectively with Senior LIFE staff, members and family/caregivers to plan extended treatments.

Skills

Elderly care

Leadership

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication

Education

Medical Doctor (MD)

Job description

Senior LIFE is seeking an accomplished physician for its comprehensive senior care center in Allentown. The physician will work Monday–Friday, collaborating with social workers, dietitians, and therapists to deliver integrated elder care and drive high-quality outcomes.

The role emphasizes managing complex geriatric cases, leading care plans, and coordinating with hospital partners while maintaining strong communication with patients and families. Pennsylvania medical licensure is required.