Physician***PRN***Multi Sites***

Altea Healthcare; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 202,950 - 221,400; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Balance

NP/PA support at all locations

Flexible Scheduling

No Overnight Duties

Full malpractice insurance

Referral Bonus

Career Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Altea Healthcare is looking for a physician to serve as the medical director in skilled nursing facilities across Savannah, GA. This role emphasizes patient-centered care and involves collaboration with nurse practitioners and physician assistants. Enjoy flexible scheduling and competitive compensation while leading quality initiatives in a supportive environment.

The successful candidate must hold a medical license and have a strong understanding of medical terminology and patient care in hospital settings. Join us at Altea Healthcare and make a difference in the lives of our residents.

Qualifications

• Medical License required for practice
• Strong understanding of medical terminology and physiology essential
• Experience with managed care and EHR systems necessary
• Demonstrated experience in patient care and hospital environments

Responsibilities

• Serve as medical director for skilled nursing facilities and lead quality initiatives
• Attend quality assurance meetings and provide guidance to facility staff
• Supervise nurse practitioners and physician assistants at facilities
• Provide patient-centered primary care by rounding on residents
• Diagnose and treat acute illnesses and chronic conditions

Skills

Strong understanding of medical terminology and physiology

Experience in patient care and hospital environments

Experience with managed care and EHR systems

Medical License

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.

This role will travel between two facilities in the Port Wentworth and Savannah, GA areas

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.
• Malpractice: Full insurance peace of mind.
• 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

• Compensation ranges approximately from $1,100.00 - $1,200.00 per day (Part-Time, PRN)
• Sign-on bonus based on days worked, contract terms, and base compensation

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.