Primary Care Physician - Geriatrics

TEEMA Solutions Group; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated Physician to provide primary medical care within an Interdisciplinary Team framework. This position involves comprehensive patient evaluations, managing care for geriatric populations, and supervising clinical staff. Ideal candidates will hold an MD/DO license and possess experience working with elderly patients.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of clinical experience.
• Experience working with frail or elderly populations.
• Knowledge of special needs of complex geriatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct primary medical care and supervise medical staff.
• Conduct physical examinations and coordinate patient admissions.
• Manage care for nursing home residents and participate in family conferences.

Skills

Geriatric medicine

Patient management

Clinical experience

Education

MD/DO licensure in good standing

Board certification

Graduate of accredited School of Medicine

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

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