Primary Care Physician - Geriatrics

Community Life GmbH; McKeesport (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

Community LIFE McKeesport, Pennsylvania, is seeking a Primary Care Physician to join our geriatrics program. The physician will conduct periodic assessments, oversee specialist and inpatient care, and care for frail elderly participants in an on-site clinic with occasional home or SNF visits.

This full-time role features a Mon-Fri schedule, limited on-call, competitive benefits, PA license required, and a collaborative inter-disciplinary team focused on keeping seniors safely at home.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited medical school.
• Residency in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine completed.
• Geriatrics fellowship preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Periodic and episodic assessment and management of participants' medical conditions.
• Oversight of use of medical specialists and inpatient care; coordinate with the Interdisciplinary Team.
• See patients in on-site clinic; some home or SNF visits as needed.

Skills

Geriatric assessment

Co-morbidity management

Effective communication

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

MD/DO

Residency in Internal or Family Medicine

Fellowship in geriatrics (preferred)

Job description

Primary Care Physician - Geriatrics

Community LIFE McKeesport, Pennsylvania, United States

About this position

About Us: Community LIFE is changing the way our communities view aging. We are a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly, which integrates population health management and comprehensive health and social services (operating as LIFE - Living Independently for the Elderly). Community LIFE is committed to helping seniors stay at home safely for as long they are able. Our program brings the region’s experts in geriatric medicine and care together to work as a team in specialized Day Centers, to help older adults enjoy the highest quality of life possible. Our wide range of services are designed to meet the varied needs of seniors, and include medical care, social services, meals, activities, transportation and much more. You can read more about the PACE model of care here .

Shift: Mon-Fri, 7:30am-4:00pm plus limited on-call

Location: McKeesport, PA 15132- Relocation assistance may be available

Summary of Job Duties: Our Primary Care Physician is responsible for periodic and episodic assessment and management of individual participants’ medical conditions, and for oversight of their use of medical specialists and inpatient care. Our Physician typically sees 4-6 patients per day. Patients are seen in our on-site clinic, plus occasional visits to homes or SNFs. The Physician is part of an Interdisciplinary Team who works together to assess, plan care for, and provide service to frail, elderly participants.

Required Education: Graduate of an accredited school of medicine. Completion of residency in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine. Fellowship training in geriatrics preferred.

Required Licensure: Must have a current license to practice medicine in Pennsylvania (MD or DO), current DEA license, Medicare provider enrollment, and a valid PA driver’s license.

Required Experience: A minimum of one year of primary care experience with a frail or elderly population.

Required Skills:

• Geriatric Assessment and management of co-morbidity.
• Effective listening and communication skills with patients, families and IDT members.
• Clear and complete documentation.
• Effective Team skills including but not limited to reliability, active listening, positive approaches, courtesy and respect in line with Community LIFE Mission and Values statements.

Benefits: Community LIFE offers a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, Life insurance, Disability insurance, 5 weeks Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, company contribution to a 403(b) retirement plan, Mileage Reimbursement, and more.