Primary Care Physician - Geriatrics

Community Life GmbH; McKeesport (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Community LIFE is hiring a Primary Care Physician to deliver geriatric care within an on-site clinic. You will oversee specialists and inpatient care, with a typical caseload of 4–6 patients daily.

Work as part of an Interdisciplinary Team to assess, plan, and provide services to frail older adults, including occasional home or SNF visits. Pennsylvania license required; geriatrics training preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited medical school.
• Residency in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine completed.
• Fellowship in geriatrics preferred.
• Current PA license, DEA, Medicare enrollment, and PA driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Periodic and episodic assessment and management of participants’ medical conditions.
• Oversee use of medical specialists and inpatient care.
• See 4–6 patients per day in on-site clinic; occasional home or SNF visits.
• Collaborate with an Interdisciplinary Team to plan and provide care.

Skills

Geriatric assessment

Effective communication

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

MD/DO

Residency in Internal or Family Medicine

Geriatrics fellowship (preferred)

Job description

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:

Pittsburgh, PA - 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.