Physician***Sign-on Bonus up to $40K***

Altea Healthcare; Mount Pleasant (MI); On-site; USD 210,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$40,000 Sign-on Bonus

Flexible Scheduling

Licensure Reimbursed

Malpractice Insurance

Referral Bonus

Career Advancement Opportunities

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Mount Pleasant, Michigan is seeking a physician to serve as medical director in skilled nursing facilities. This role offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $210,000-$250,000 per year along with a $40,000 sign-on bonus. Candidates will enjoy flexible scheduling, no overnight duties, and comprehensive support. If you're a licensed physician with experience in patient care and managed care systems, this is an opportunity to join a team that prioritizes quality care and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid medical license.
• Comprehensive knowledge of medical terminology and physiology is essential.
• Experience in managed care settings and EHR systems is necessary.
• Demonstrated experience in patient care within hospital environments required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as medical director for skilled nursing facilities and lead administrative initiatives.
• Attend monthly quality assurance meetings and guide facility staff.
• Collaborate with NPs and PAs to manage resident care.
• Deliver high-quality patient-centered primary care services.
• Diagnose and treat acute illnesses and chronic conditions.
• Supervise and support collaborating nurse practitioners and physician assistants.

Skills

Medical License

Strong understanding of medical terminology and physiology

Experience with managed care and EHR systems

Experience in patient care and hospital environments

Job description

At Altea Healthcare, we are leaders in post-acute and primary care, bringing compassion, innovation, and efficiency to skilled nursing facilities across the country. We foster a culture of support, professional growth, and work-life balance. Join our team and be part of a healthcare revolution that prioritizes both patients and providers.

$40,000 Sign-on Bonus

Apply today to learn more about this rewarding opportunity!

Job Highlights

• Work-Life Balance: Competitive compensation with balanced hours.
• Always Supported: NP/PA support at all locations, always.
• Flexible Scheduling: Your schedule, tailored to fit your life. No set daily shift times.
• No Overnight Duties: Sleep peacefully with no overnight call/requirements.
• Licensure Reimbursed: We cover your medical licensure costs.
• Malpractice: Full insurance peace of mind.
• Relocation Help: Assistance for a smooth move.
• Referral Bonus: Earn more by expanding our team.
• Career Advancement: Leadership opportunities promoted.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• The physician serves as medical director for skilled nursing facilities (SNF) and participates in administrative and quality initiatives for the facilities he or she is responsible for;
• Medical directorship functions include attending and participating in monthly quality assurance and process improvement meetings; participating in quality improvement initiatives; providing guidance to facility staff; reviewing and revising (if necessary) facility's clinical guidelines; insuring compliance with state and federal regulations, training facility staff; and supervising facility clinical staff.
• In addition to the medical director role, the physician also serves as the attending physician for the residents residing at each facility;
• The physician collaborates with Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants to manage day to day resident care at each facility. Typically, each facility will have a full-time PA or NP assigned to the facility depending on the acuity and volume of the patient population;
• Physician will provide high quality, patient-centered, comprehensive primary care services by rounding on patients residing in SNFs;
• Physician is responsible for diagnosing and treating patients with acute illness, such as bacterial and viral infections, as well as chronic diseases and conditions, such as hypertension, heart disease, or diabetes
• Physician must be able to supervise collaborating nurse practitioners and physicians assistants

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive compensation package, including Medical Director stipend
• Compensation ranges approximately from $210,000-$250,000 per year (total compensation with productivity)

Qualifications

• Medical License
• Strong understanding of medical terminology and physiology
• Experience with managed care and EHR systems
• Experience in patient care and hospital environments

Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. All benefits and job highlights are subject to and contingent upon availability.