Geriatrics Physician & Veteran Care Leader

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs; Coatesville (Chester County); On-site; USD 210,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EDRP

Recruitment incentive

Relocation incentives

Job summary

The Veterans Health Administration, Coatesville VA Medical Center, seeks a Geriatric & Extended Care Physician to deliver patient-centered care for Veterans across clinical settings. You will assess, diagnose, and treat geriatric conditions, coordinate with interdisciplinary teams, and participate in pre-admission screening, discharge planning, and quality improvement initiatives.

Monday–Friday schedule with opportunities for research and education.

Qualifications

• US citizenship requirement.
• MD or DO from an school approved by VA.
• Current full and unrestricted medical license in the U.S.
• Residency completed in an accredited core specialty with board eligibility.
• Board certification may be required for faculty status.
• VA may allow certain residency alternatives per policy.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical care for geriatric services across VA settings.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to plan patient care.
• Assess, diagnose and treat geriatric conditions; perform histories and exams.
• Develop and implement written care plans; prescribe medications as needed.
• Participate in chart reviews, committees and process improvements.
• Serve as Medical Officer of the Day and support coverage.
• Maintain credentials and complete training and licensure requirements.

Job description

The Veterans Health Administration, Coatesville VA Medical Center, seeks a Geriatric & Extended Care Physician to deliver patient-centered care for Veterans across clinical settings. You will assess, diagnose, and treat geriatric conditions, coordinate with interdisciplinary teams, and participate in pre-admission screening, discharge planning, and quality improvement initiatives.

Monday–Friday schedule with opportunities for research and education.