PACE Physician

HopeWest; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 188,011 - 208,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range disclosed

Health insurance

PTO & medical leave

FAMLI program

403B match

Life insurance

Job summary

HopeWest in Grand Junction, CO seeks a physician (MD or DO) to join our PACE program. The role is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with clinical duties across clinic, day center, and home visits to support frail seniors.

Ideal candidates hold Colorado medical licensure, board eligibility in Family/Internal Medicine or related field, and a current DEA license or ability to obtain one. Prior geriatrics or palliative care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Licensed M.D. or D.O. in Colorado.
• Board certification or eligibility in Family/Internal Medicine or related specialty.
• Controlled substance license (DEA) or ability to obtain.
• Medicare/Medicaid UPIN number in scope or eligible.
• Three years of physician experience preferred, geriatrics experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary care services including diagnosis, treatment, prevention and urgent care with team collaboration.
• Conduct health assessments in clinic, day center, and patient’s home.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning to meet patients’ needs.
• Make timely referrals to contracted community providers.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Diagnostic skills

Collaboration

Geriatrics

Education

MD or DO degree

Tools

DEA license

Job description

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Regular Full-Time Full-time Grand Junction, CO, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2168

Physician (MD or DO)

Full-Time, Monday-Friday, 8:00a-5:00p

“To profoundly enhance the everyday lives of frail, elderly, individuals by supporting their independence, increasing their social support and providing comprehensive, well-coordinated whole-person care”

What is PACE?

PACE or Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly is a federal and state funded program that provides comprehensive, coordinated, and proactive whole-person care to help maintain and improve seniors’ health so they can live safely in their homes. HopeWest PACE provides home care, access to the day center and clinic, transportation to and from medical appointments, and activities to enhance the lives of patients and their families. This innovative program balances medical, emotional, physical, and social needs of seniors.

The Unique Responsibilities of a Physician at PACE:

• Provides wide range of Primary Care services including diagnosis and treatment of chronic and acute illness, preventative care, and urgent medical needs all in collaboration with the Chief Medical Director.
• Conducts health assessments and evaluates patient needs in the clinic, the PACE Day Center and the patient’s home.
• Serves as a member of the robust interdisciplinary team to develop and implement the comprehensive plan of care to meet each patients’ individual needs.
• Make appropriate and timely referrals to our contracted providers out in the community.

What You Bring:

• Licensed M.D. or D.O. in the state of Colorado.
• Board Certification or eligibility in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or another related specialty preferred.
• Controlled substance license with current DEA license number or ability to obtain.
• Eligible or currently possesses Medicare/Medicaid UPIN number.
• Three (3) years of physician experience preferred.
• Experience working with older adults, medically complex populations or multiple chronic conditions preferred.
• Experience in geriatrics, primary care, hospice, palliative care, home-based care, or PACE preferred.
• Valid Colorado driver’s license, adequate automobile insurance and access to reliable transportation maintained throughout employment.
• Strong clinical reasoning, diagnostic, and medical decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of geriatric medicine, chronic disease management, preventative care and evidence-based practices.
• Ability to lead and collaborate effectively.

What We Offer:

• Salary range of $188,011.20-$208,000 annually.
• UMR Medical, Delta Dental, and VSP Vision insurance effective the month following a start date.
• Immediately start accruing PTO and medical leave.
• Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program.
• 15% discount at Spoons Bistro & Bakery, and Heirlooms locations.
• Up to 3% match on 403B match.
• Employer paid life insurance and Employee Assistance Program.
• Medical malpractice insurance at no charge that covers work performed on behalf of HopeWest.
• Mileage reimbursement for work-related driving.

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This position will be open until filled.