Medical Director – Geriatric & Palliative Care | Denver (BB)
Updated 10/16/26
80230, Denver, Colorado, United States
Physician
Family Practice-Geriatrics
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Inpatient
Outpatient
Visa Sponsorship
No
Experience Level
5 years
Job description
Job description
Medical Director – PACE Program | Colorado
Location: Colorado, Front Range
Specialty: Internal Medicine / Family Medicine / Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Position Type: Full-Time
Practice Setting: Outpatient, Community-Based Healthcare with Inpatient Responsibilities
Position: Medical Director
Position Overview
An established, mission-driven nonprofit healthcare organization in Colorado is seeking a dedicated Medical Director to provide clinical leadership and comprehensive medical oversight for its Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE).
This is an opportunity for an experienced physician to lead a collaborative, interdisciplinary team focused on helping frail and medically complex older adults remain safely in their communities while preserving their independence, dignity, and quality of life.
The Medical Director will balance direct patient care with clinical leadership, quality improvement, provider oversight, and care coordination across outpatient, inpatient, residential, palliative, and hospice settings.
Job Responsibilities
• Provide comprehensive medical care, including examinations, diagnosis, treatment, prescribing, and patient education.
• Serve as a clinical leader and medical resource for the interdisciplinary team (IDT).
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop, implement, and review individualized participant care plans.
• Provide clinical supervision and guidance to advanced practice providers and community-based contract physicians.
• Evaluate participants in inpatient and residential settings for admission, recertification, and ongoing medical needs.
• Support palliative and hospice care, including symptom management, medication management, and inpatient hospice physician services.
• Participate in the physician on-call rotation and provide after-hours medical support as needed.
• Oversee quality improvement initiatives, utilization review, and compliance with applicable PACE, Medicare, and Medicaid requirements.
• Promote appropriate healthcare resource utilization, accurate clinical documentation, and coding compliance.
• Maintain relationships with community physicians, hospitals, referral sources, and other healthcare organizations.
• Support staff development, clinical protocols, and evidence-based medical practices.
• Assist with participant eligibility validation, referrals, and admission-related clinical decisions.
Qualifications
• Graduate of an accredited medical school.
• Minimum of three years of physician practice experience in one or more of the following areas:
o Internal Medicine
o Family Medicine
o Hospice
o Pediatrics
o Oncology
o A related clinical specialty
• Current, unrestricted Colorado physician license.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Hospice and Palliative Medicine.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license and proof of current automobile insurance.
• Ability to lift at least 30 pounds.
Compensation and Benefits
The organization offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
• Relocation reimbursement.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer contribution covering more than 90% of the employee medical premium on select plans.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer funding.
• 18 days of PTO/vacation during the first year for full-time employees.
• Seven paid holidays plus one floating holiday.
• 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match of 50% up to 8% of total compensation.
• Company-paid life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Education reimbursement and certification pay.
• Clinical career advancement and leadership development programs.
• Additional employee assistance, legal protection, identity protection, and recognition programs.
About the Organization
Join a collaborative network of nonprofit healthcare organizations serving communities throughout Colorado's Front Range. The organization provides a continuum of services that includes hospice, home health, palliative care, wellness programs, and PACE.
Its mission is to help individuals with complex medical needs receive compassionate, coordinated care while maximizing comfort, dignity, independence, and quality of life.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of frail and medically complex older adults.
• Combine direct patient care with medical leadership and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Help shape quality improvement initiatives and clinical care delivery.
• Work within a mission-driven nonprofit healthcare environment.
• Access comprehensive benefits, relocation assistance, and professional development opportunities.
Apply today to explore this Medical Director opportunity and help advance compassionate, person-centered care for older adults across Colorado.
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