Internal Medicine - Geriatrics Physician

Mishawaka, Indiana, Geriatric Medical Director Opening

• Clinical Role :
• Under the supervision of the Executive Director.
• Provides general medical direction and supervision of the medical aspects of participant care
• Responsible for the delivery of participant care, clinical outcomes, and oversight of the Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) program
• Responsible for the development and maintenance of medical policies and procedures / standards and protocols
• Provides direction and supervision to related Primary Care Providers (PCPs) and APPs.
• Provides leadership and guidance to the program colleagues and providers in the local community
• Need to have a driver's license, proof of insurance, and means of transportation
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), in addition to basic knowledge of email, calendaring systems, and other software as required to perform the essential functions of the job
• Excellent organizational, customer service, flexibility, and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to travel within the region periodically as needed
• Conduct history and physical on new participants and event-based and periodic reassessments. Develop medical treatment plan and provide medically necessary services in the range of locations in which participants may reside
• Interview and evaluate applicants to PACE Organization and their caregivers and participate in the Intake and Assessment decision
• Discuss each participant's medical conditions and prognosis with him / her and their caregiver to assist them in expressing their wishes and planning their future care
• Execute assignments in a culture that is shared and collaborative across all divisions within TH PACE
• Collaborate in the nursing treatment program of participants
• Establish and / or maintain as a member of the leadership team a plan to achieve operating goals
• Participate as an active member of PACE Organization interdisciplinary team. Educates and advises the team regarding the implications of diagnoses, cognitive and physical function and treatment options
• Participate in team and family conferences and decision-making processes.
• Educate participants and families regarding health maintenance and their chronic medical conditions, in cooperation with nursing staff
• Supervise the health care and treatment program as developed by the interdisciplinary team
• Perform physical examinations, order and evaluate appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests, and record results in a systematic manner
• Effective skills in physical assessment and chronic disease management for frail older adults
• Desire to work in a creative alternate health care setting.
• Able to manage changing priorities according to participant needs
• Participates in provider on-call rotation as required.
• Minimum of 1 year experience working with the frail or elderly population is required.
• Not accepting visa candidates
• Provider must be interested in Perm (not accepting Locums)
• Allow RecruitWell to set up a phone call with you and the client to discuss more!
• Organization :
• Salary range : $231,000 - $280,000 depending upon experience
• Tuition reimbursement
• Top of the line benefits - Medical, Dental and Vision
• Paid time off
• 403(b) retirement
• Professional dues and association fees
• Malpractice
• CME
• Lifestyle Information :
• South Bend / Mishawaka, Indiana - located 80 miles east of Chicago is the commercial and industrial metropolitan center of North Central Indiana with a population of more than 240,000
• Comfortably nestled along the meandering banks of the St. Joseph River, South Bend / Mishawaka is a beautiful community with plenty of history, tradition and a wealth of cultural, recreational, sporting, and entertainment opportunities
• St. Joseph County is a leader in industrial and manufacturing business opportunities technology development, which combines to offer excellent opportunities to its residents and new comers alike. St. Joseph County provides a family-friendly environment and convenient living, with easy regional access to its parks, bike and pedestrian walkways, regional beaches, lakes and many cultural activities
• The South Bend Regional Airport makes traveling convenient and the South Shore Line train makes daily runs to Chicago for less than the cost of parking
• Indianapolis is a three-hour drive due south on US 31 and the sand dunes and shores of Lake Michigan are less than an hour's drive away
• Known for the legendary University of Notre Dame, the region boasts several colleges and universities, along with multiple reputable public and private school systems
• In addition to plenty of sports and recreation, South Bend offers world-class attractions, culture and arts including community museums, theatre, symphony, and more - all the cultural advantages of a larger city combined with small town warmth and charm
• South Bend / Mishawaka offers four full seasons of beautiful springs, comfortable summers, colorful autumns, and invigorating winters, which makes it the ideal place to live
• RecruitWell's Core Values :
• Open communication
• Sense of urgency
• Teamwork
• Accountability
• Driven to win
• Higher consciousness

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