Medical Director I

F-Prime Capital; Elk Grove (CA); On-site; USD 303,534 - 370,011; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) matching

CME support

Paid time off

Job summary

WelbeHealth PACE provides seniors with the opportunity to continue living in their homes and in their communities. The Medical Director I performs in-person comprehensive assessments and coordinates with the IDT to develop a care plan for each participant.

Under the Sr. Medical Director, the Medical Director I oversees all care of participants in nursing homes and hospitals, including admits and discharges for acute, short-term, and long-term placement, and the use of medical specialists to

Qualifications

• Residency program accredited by ACGME
• Master’s degree or doctorate required
• Board Certification – Internal Medicine or Family Practice
• Board Certification – Geriatrics preferred
• Active California Physician License
• Active CDS Certification and DEA
• Must be enrolled or eligible to provide services to Medicare/Medi-Cal participants
• CPR and First Aid certification within 180 days of hire

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, planning, primary care, and continuous medical coverage to participants
• Collaborate with community-based physicians and IDT in discharge planning
• Active participation in IDT and communication of participant changes
• Coordinate 24-hour care delivery and oversee care in nursing homes and hospitals
• Take part in rotating night and weekend call

Education

Residency program accredited by ACGME

Master’s degree or doctorate degree

Board Certification – Internal Medicine or Family Practice

Board Certification – Geriatrics, preferred

Active California Physician License

Active CDS Certification and DEA

Enrollment or eligibility for Medicare/Medicaid services

CPR and First Aid certification within 180 days of hire

Job description

WelbeHealth PACE (Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) provides seniors with the opportunity to continue living in their homes and in their communities. Our innovative and comprehensive range of medical services ignites our passion to treat the whole person rather than the symptoms. We employ a collaborative interdisciplinary team (IDT) approach to evaluate and guide participant care, which is key to WelbeHealth’s values, team culture, and mission.

The Medical Director I performs in-person comprehensive assessments and coordinates with the IDT to develop a care plan for each participant. At the direction of the Sr. Medical Director, the Medical Director I oversees all care of participants in nursing homes and hospitals, including admits and discharges for acute, short-term, and long-term placement, and the use of medical specialists to ensure effective care coordination. The Medical Director I also provides direction and support to Nurse Practitioners and other members of the IDT.

Essential Job Duties:

• Provide assessment, planning, primary care, and continuous medical coverage to participants
• Collaborate with community-based physicians and IDT in discharge planning from acute or long-term settings
• Actively participate in IDT, communicating participant changes, collaborating on care planning decisions, and coordinating 24-hour care delivery
• Help maintain care of participants in nursing homes, making regular visits as dictated by participant need
• Take part in rotating night and weekend call

Job Requirements:

• Successful completion of a residency program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education
• Master’s degree or doctorate degree
• Board Certification – Internal Medicine or Family Practice
• Board Certification – Geriatrics, preferred
• Active California Physician License without restrictions
• Active state CDS Certification and DEA
• Must be currently enrolled or eligible for enrollment to provide services to Medicare and Medi-Cal participants
• Must obtain CPR and First Aid certification within 180 days of hire and maintain certification thereafter; CPR and First Aid certification upon hire preferred

Benefits of Working at WelbeHealth:

• Medical insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Work/life balance – 17 days of personal time off (PTO), 12 holidays observed annually, and sick time
• 401 k savings + match
• Advancement opportunities – we’ve got a track record of hiring and promoting from within, allowing you to create your own path
• CME and paid time away
• Malpractice and tail insurance

Compensation consists of base salary plus bonus. WelbeHealth offers a competitive total rewards package that includes a 401(k) match, comprehensive healthcare coverage, and a broad range of additional benefits. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience and relevant qualifications.

Compensation Offering

$303,534 — $370,011 USD

COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

At WelbeHealth, our mission is to unlock the full potential of our vulnerable seniors. In this spirit, please note that we have a vaccination policy for all our employees, and proof of vaccination or a vaccine declination form will be required prior to employment. WelbeHealth maintains required infection control and PPE standards and has requirements relevant to all team members regarding vaccinations.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At WelbeHealth, we embrace and cherish the diversity of our team members and are committed to building a culture of inclusion and belonging. We’re proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. People seeking employment at WelbeHealth are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member), pregnancy, or other status protected by applicable law.

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