Family Practice - Geriatrics Physician

Medsyndeo is seeking a Center Medical Director to work in Chicago, IL. This is a Full Time Position. My client is very motivated to speak with all interested candidates. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES (for own panel initially and progressively is accountable for center) :

• Independently provides care and oversight of outcomes, as applicable, for patients with acute and chronic illnesses encountered in the older adult patient.
• Takes full accountability for patient care and outcomes and will appropriately seek consultation from specialists when needed; remains involved in, and responsible for, the detailed care of the patient.
• Engages with the hospitalist whenever one of their patients is in the hospital (regardless of whether the hospitalist works for or not).
• Responsible for assessment, diagnosis, treatment, management, education, health promotion and care coordination and documentation for patients with acute and complex chronic health needs.
• Leads their care team consisting of care promoter (medical assistant), care facilitator, and care coordinator for patients able to come to the office.
• For patients that are unable to come to the office in hospital, SNF, LTC or home-bound, the CMD will engage with the transitional care team and others including case managers, acute and transitional-care physicians, and other resources that may be available depending on the market (e.g. telehealth).
• Leads Super Huddle (SH) and Transforming Care Meeting (TCM) weekly, as well as supports Center Manager / Center General Manager.