Internal Medicine - Geriatrics Physician

Internal Medicine - Geriatrics Physician at BAS Healthcare summary :

An Internal Medicine - Geriatrics Physician in Philadelphia oversees medical care for seniors enrolled in a PACE program, providing personalized healthcare and support to help them age at home. This role involves 65% primary care and 35% administrative duties, including supervision of medical staff and ensuring quality and efficiency in services. Responsibilities also include collaboration with hospitals and coordination of care across various settings such as clinics and assisted living facilities.

Location : Philadelphia, PA

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Facility :

Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) is an alternative to nursing facilities. Seniors receive customized healthcare and social support at a nearby PACE center supported by a team of medical experts dedicated to providing personalized healthcare and support to help them age at home. Our greatest assets are our team members who make a difference in the lives of those we serve every day. Elevate your future with co-workers passionate about a patient-centered care model supported by comprehensive services to improve the quality of care while reducing over-utilization of high-cost care settings.

Opportunity : Center Medical Director

Full Time Onsite

Monday-Friday

65% Primary Care and 35% Administrative & Supervision

Provide medical care for PACE enrolled participants across a variety of settings, including but not limited to the center's clinic, participants homes, the nursing home, assisted living facilities and personal care boarding homes. Direct hospital inpatient care is not required but close coordination of care with hospital-based providers is essential. Responsible for oversight of day-to-day medical operations at the center and provides supervision of physicians and adult nurse practitioners. They assist with keeping expenses with department budget, quality initiatives, utilization and resource management. Physical attendance at an facility and / or an participant home is essential to performing the job duties.

REQUIRED

• Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy degree
• Board Certified in a primary care specialty (will consider Board Eligible but must pass boards within 12 months of employment)
• Current active Medical License for state in which practicing
• DEA License with full prescriptive authority

PREFERRED

Compensation : Competitive Salary with Full Comprehensive benefits.

Keywords :

Geriatrics, Internal Medicine, Senior Care, PACE Program, Healthcare Management, Patient-Centered Care, Medical Director, Primary Care, Physician, Aging Support