Nursing Home Physician: IM/FM/Geriatrics

Cambridge Health Alliance; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 142,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

CME time

Job summary

Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) is seeking a part‑time Nursing Home Physician (IM/FM/Geriatrics) to join the Older Adults service line within the Department of Medicine in the Cambridge area. The role offers a 0.5 FTE base with a guaranteed base salary plus incentive and an HMS appointment commensurate with qualifications.

You will work with a team of geriatric physicians and nurse practitioners, use the EPIC EMR, and participate in teaching responsibilities for HMS.

Qualifications

• BC/BE in Internal or Family medicine, with preferred experience in Geriatrics or nursing home care.
• Excellent clinical and communication skills with commitment to serving CHA's diverse patient population.
• Previous experience in an academic safety net system is a plus.

Skills

Geriatrics experience

Clinical communication

Academic safety net experience

Education

Internal or Family Medicine board certification

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Nursing Home Physician: IM/FM/Geriatrics

Requisition Number: CHAP-2505-3

Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) is recruiting a Geriatrician to join our well-established Older Adults service line within the Department of Medicine. CHA is an award-winning health system based in Cambridge, Somerville, and Boston's metro-north communities, CHA provides innovative primary, specialty and emergency care to our diverse patient population through an established network of ambulatory clinics, an urgent care site and two full service hospitals.

Position Details:

• Part-time nursing home opportunity at 0.5 FTE.
• Join a dedicated team providing high-quality care through our nursing home program
• Our division includes eight geriatric physicians and a team of skilled nurse practitioners. This position offers flexibility in scheduling and work hours, supporting an excellent work-life balance.
• You will use the EPIC electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• The position carries a Harvard Medical School (HMS) appointment of Instructor, Assistant or Associate Professor, commensurate HMS appointment criteria, candidate qualifications, and commitment to teaching responsibilities.
• Call schedule: 1:8, telephone-only; first call is covered by nurse practitioners.

Qualifications:

• BC/BE in Internal or Family medicine, with preferred experience in Geriatrics or nursing home care
• Qualified candidates will possess excellent clinical and communication skills and a demonstrated commitment to serving CHA's diverse and deserving patient population.
• Previous experience in an academic safety net system is a plus.

CHA offers a competitive compensation plan, including a guaranteed base salary plus production incentive. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health/dental/life/disability insurance, generous paid time off, CME time and dollars, and more.The 0.5 FTE guaranteed base salary range of $122,000-$142,000 is based on years of experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law.

Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA.

Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality.

At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People.