Senior Health Physician

American Academy of Family Physicians; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$6000 CME annually

30 days of time off per year

Paid malpractice with tail coverage

Sign on bonus and relocation assistance

Attractive retirement options

Job summary

The American Academy of Family Physicians is seeking a full-time Skilled Nursing Facility Physician in Spartanburg, SC. This role involves caring for inpatients in a skilled nursing facility, engaging in interdisciplinary care, and overseeing Nurse Practitioners.

The position offers flexible scheduling, competitive benefits including CME allowance, generous time off, and opportunities for teaching and research, making it an attractive opportunity in the Upstate of South Carolina.

Qualifications

• Must be board certified in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or have a Geriatrics fellowship.
• Experience in managing complex geriatric patients.
• Ability to communicate effectively with family members regarding care decisions.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care for inpatients in a skilled nursing facility.
• Serve on interdisciplinary care teams.
• Facilitate daily care team meetings.
• Discuss care goals with patients and families.
• Oversee Nurse Practitioners providing care services.

Skills

Direct medical care

Emergency medical care

Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams

Teaching experience

Education

BC/BE IM/FM or fellowship trained Geriatrician

Job description

Spartanburg Regional located in Spartanburg, SC is seeking a full time BC/BE IM/FM or fellowship trained Geriatrician to join the Medical Group of the Carolinas - Senior Health team as a Skilled Nursing Facility Physician (SNFist). The SNFist will provide clinical care for inpatients in a skilled nursing facility to include direct medical and on‑call care and emergency medical care to geriatric residents, serving on interdisciplinary care teams and being a liaison with family members regarding resident care decisions.

Highlights of the Opportunity

• Flexible schedule
• Call 1:3 weeks including weekends (phone only), NP is 1st call
• Autonomy while caring for high acuity patients in need of medically complex care.
• Organize, attend and facilitate in all daily Care Team Meetings within the assigned facility.
• Ensure proper progress on plan of care and identify any early warning signs for readmissions during the critical, immediate post‑discharge period.
• Discuss goals of care, transition planning, and advanced directives, as appropriate, with patient and families.
• Serve as attending for patients in SNF when converted to Hospice care with ability and willingness to assist in symptom management at end of life.
• Oversee Nurse Practitioners providing care services in Skilled Nursing Facilities.
• Attend and participate in all QI, Peer Review and Care Management Meetings requested.
• Opportunity for teaching medical students and primary care residents
• Research in innovative care models

Benefits

• $6000 CME annually
• 30 days of time off per year
• Paid malpractice with tail coverage
• Sign on bonus and relocation assistance available
• Attractive retirement options
• PSLF approved institution

Just an hour from the Blue Ridge Mountains and 3 hours from the ocean, housing is moderately priced, educational options abound, and residents still value old-fashioned gentility and respect for others. Commuting is easy, and your recreational opportunities are endless. Come find out why everyone wants to live here, in the Upstate of South Carolina!

Contact Information

Kristin Baker, Sr. Physician Recruiter
864-560-6171
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Taylor Brady, Physician Recruiter
864-560-6171
[e-mail]
www.spartanburgregional.com