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Geriatrics opening in WA
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Family Practice-Geriatrics
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
10/04/20
**Geriatric Medicine position in Yakima, WA**
150 miles from Seattle; 180 miles from Portland, OR
**Medical group is searching for a physician that is excited about providing high quality care to residents of long-term care facilities in Yakima County.**
- Full-time, permanent position
- J1/H1B visa eligible
- Academic/Teaching opportunity
- The team of dedicated physicians works solely in nursing facilities managing patients with multiple chronic conditions as well as patients requiring rehabilitation services before returning home after a surgical procedure or medical event.
- MD or DO degree required with particular interest and demonstrated competency in the care of geriatric and disabled patients.
- Graduate medical education and certification in geriatric medicine or in family medicine or internal medicine, with certificate of added qualification in geriatrics and/or AMDA certification or training preferred.
- If above education qualifications are successfully met, additional experience is not required. In lieu of above education, physician must demonstrate appropriate experience, leading to competencies in the care of geriatric and other high needs/chronically ill patients.
- Highly collegial team of providers bring integrated services to a diverse group of patients with the greatest care and respect.
- Ability to obtain licensure to practice medicine in the state of Washington and DEA license with no restriction from participation with the Medicaid or Medicare programs, ability to obtain credentials from appropriate health plans and to be covered by medical group's malpractice liability carrier required.
- Interest and demonstrated competency in teaching medical residents preferred, if teaching responsibilities are desired.
- Medical Clinic offers a competitive salary with opportunities for incentive; is consumer driven; provider led, and offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance including LTD/AD&D, paid holidays, PTO/EIT, CME and 401k.
- Loan assistance available
**Community Details:**
Nestled in the valley created by the Cascade mountain range is the picturesque city of Yakima, WA. Protected from the rains of western Washington, Yakima enjoys more than 300 days of sunshine per year and a full 4 seasons. Outdoor activities abound in some of the most gorgeous country you can imagine! Yakima is home to more than 120 wineries, a wide range of craft breweries, a host of seasonal festivals, trail hiking, mountain biking, downhill skiing and snowboarding, and the most incredible local fresh produce you can sink your teeth into! Mountains, lakes, rivers and diverse cultural opportunities all available in less than an hour drive.
150 miles from Seattle; 180 miles from Portland, OR
**Medical group is searching for a physician that is excited about providing high quality care to residents of long-term care facilities in Yakima County.**
- Full-time, permanent position
- J1/H1B visa eligible
- Academic/Teaching opportunity
- The team of dedicated physicians works solely in nursing facilities managing patients with multiple chronic conditions as well as patients requiring rehabilitation services before returning home after a surgical procedure or medical event.
- MD or DO degree required with particular interest and demonstrated competency in the care of geriatric and disabled patients.
- Graduate medical education and certification in geriatric medicine or in family medicine or internal medicine, with certificate of added qualification in geriatrics and/or AMDA certification or training preferred.
- If above education qualifications are successfully met, additional experience is not required. In lieu of above education, physician must demonstrate appropriate experience, leading to competencies in the care of geriatric and other high needs/chronically ill patients.
- Highly collegial team of providers bring integrated services to a diverse group of patients with the greatest care and respect.
- Ability to obtain licensure to practice medicine in the state of Washington and DEA license with no restriction from participation with the Medicaid or Medicare programs, ability to obtain credentials from appropriate health plans and to be covered by medical group's malpractice liability carrier required.
- Interest and demonstrated competency in teaching medical residents preferred, if teaching responsibilities are desired.
- Medical Clinic offers a competitive salary with opportunities for incentive; is consumer driven; provider led, and offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance including LTD/AD&D, paid holidays, PTO/EIT, CME and 401k.
- Loan assistance available
**Community Details:**
Nestled in the valley created by the Cascade mountain range is the picturesque city of Yakima, WA. Protected from the rains of western Washington, Yakima enjoys more than 300 days of sunshine per year and a full 4 seasons. Outdoor activities abound in some of the most gorgeous country you can imagine! Yakima is home to more than 120 wineries, a wide range of craft breweries, a host of seasonal festivals, trail hiking, mountain biking, downhill skiing and snowboarding, and the most incredible local fresh produce you can sink your teeth into! Mountains, lakes, rivers and diverse cultural opportunities all available in less than an hour drive.