Physician - Geriatrics

Salgado-LLC; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Salgado-LLC is seeking a Physician to provide direct primary medical care to patients and supervise medical care personnel within an Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) framework in Fresno, CA. The role includes elderly patient management, family conferences, and coordination of hospital admissions.

The position requires an MD/DO in good standing, board certification, and at least two years of clinical experience with frail elderly populations. Strong geriatric knowledge and immunizations are essential.

Qualifications

• MD/DO license in good standing in the state of practice.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Medicine.
• Board certification in relevant specialty.
• Minimum of two years of clinical experience.
• Experience with frail or elderly populations.
• Knowledge of geriatric medicine and complex geriatric needs.
• Immunizations up-to-date and medically cleared.
• Ability to pass criminal background check and eligibility for Medicare/Medicaid.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct primary medical care to patients within the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT).
• Supervise medical care personnel (PCP NPs, RNs, CMAs) within the team.
• Perform histories and physical examinations on new referrals and established patients.
• Coordinate hospital admissions and discharge planning with IDT.
• Manage care for patients in nursing homes and communicate with staff.
• Participate in family conferences and care planning discussions.
• Document changes in medical records and update IDT.
• Participate in IDT meetings and contribute to quality care planning.
• Contribute to ethics and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Geriatrics

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Care planning

Education

MD/DO degree

Board certification

Job description

Overview:
Our client is seeking a Physician to provide direct primary medical care to patients and supervise medical care personnel, including PCP Nurse Practitioners, RNs, and Certified Medical Assistants. The Physician will deliver care within the Interdisciplinary Team framework.

Perform comprehensive history and physical examinations on new referrals.

Conduct interval history and physicals on established patients quarterly or as indicated.

Evaluate and treat patients with episodic illnesses.

Refer patients to medical specialists as needed.

Coordinate hospital admissions and discharge planning with the IDT.

Manage care for patients residing in nursing homes, including regular visits and communication with nursing home staff.

Actively participate in family conferences for care planning.

Document patient changes in medical records and communicate updates to the IDT.

Participate as a member of the IDT, attending staff meetings and contributing to care planning.

Maintain and enhance education regarding quality clinical standards and best practices for geriatric care.

Serve on Ethics and Quality Improvement Committees or work groups as assigned.

Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

Valid MD/DO license in good standing to practice medicine in the State practice.

Graduate of an accredited School of Medicine.

Board certification.

Minimum of two years of clinical experience.

Experience or training in working with frail or elderly populations.

Knowledge of geriatric medicine and the special needs of complex geriatric patients.

Medically cleared for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations.

Ability to pass a criminal background check, including verification of eligibility to participate in Medicare and Medicaid programs.

Salary and Benefits: Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.

Population: Geriatrics