Locum - Physician - Geriatric Medicine West Springfield, MA
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Job description
LOCUM – Medical Director (Geriatric Medicine, PACE Program)
West Springfield, Massachusetts
Full-Time | Monday–Friday
Geriatric Medicine | Community-Based Care
365 Healthcare is seeking a LOCUM Physician – Medical Director for a full-time leadership and clinical position within a PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) model serving frail and elderly adults. This role combines medical oversight, interdisciplinary collaboration, and person-centered geriatric care.
Compensation
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Competitive hourly rate (submit your best rate)
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Lodging provided
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Travel reimbursement (airfare or mileage)
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Rental car reimbursed
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Mileage reimbursed per federal guidelines
Position Highlights
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LOCUM Medical Director role
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Monday–Friday, full-time
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No weekend requirements listed
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On-call rotation required (details TBD)
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Interdisciplinary PACE care model
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Leadership responsibility over PCPs, APPs, and clinical workflows
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Focus on chronic disease management and community-based elder care
Role Overview
The Medical Director provides clinical oversight, ensures high-quality participant care, and leads medical components of the PACE program. Responsibilities include participant assessments, care planning, provider supervision, and advancing quality outcomes across the program.
Key Responsibilities
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Perform histories, physicals, and periodic medical assessments
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Develop individualized treatment plans
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Participate in applicant evaluations for program eligibility
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Communicate prognosis and care goals with participants and caregivers
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Attend interdisciplinary team meetings and care conferences
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Educate participants and families on chronic disease and wellness
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Collaborate closely with nursing, therapy, and social work teams
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Supervise PCPs and APPs
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Order and interpret labs, diagnostics, and document appropriately
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Participate in provider on-call rotation
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Support quality improvement and operational goals
Required Clinical Expertise
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Strong assessment and chronic disease management skills
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Experience working with frail/elderly adult populations
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Comfort working in a collaborative, interdisciplinary setting
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Ability to manage dynamic participant needs
Candidate Requirements
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Active Massachusetts state medical license — Required
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Board Certified in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine — Required
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Board Certification in Geriatrics — Preferred
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DEA registration — Required
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Prior supervisory experience — Required
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Minimum 1 year geriatric or frail-elderly clinical experience — Required
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