Physician / New York / Locum or Permanent / Geriatrician - Teaching Hospital Job

An academic and teaching hospital in the Greater New York City area is seeking a dedicated Geriatrician to join their team and provide office-based care. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work in a collegial, mission-driven environment focused on high-quality patient care. Enjoy a comprehensive hospital benefits package, including PTO, CME allowance, malpractice coverage, and a competitive compensation plan. This is a great opportunity to be part of a respected institution committed to clinical excellence and teaching.

Job Function :

Provide office-based management for a geriatric patient population.

Promote and implement geriatric care protocols and standards across all adult medicine providers within the network.

Educate Internal Medicine residents on the principles of geriatric care, including through lectures and clinical teaching.

Develop care transition models to support home health, family involvement, and post-acute care planning.

Collaborate with Hospital Medicine and Emergency Department physicians to establish core competencies in managing the unique needs of geriatric patients.

Create referral protocols to specialists commonly involved in the care of older adults, such as rheumatology, endocrinology, and cardiology.