🌟 Medical Director – Geriatric Medicine | Lead a Mission-Driven PACE Program in Pensacola, FL 🌟 Competitive salary: $240K – $2
Job at a glance
Job description
An established PACE program in Pensacola, Florida is seeking a Board-Certified Internist or Family Medicine Physician with experience in geriatrics to serve as Medical Director. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity to lead care for seniors in a community-based model that promotes independence, dignity, and quality of life.
📌 Job Description
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Provide medical leadership and oversight for all participant care in a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) model.
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Direct, guide, and supervise Primary Care Providers (PCPs) and Advanced Practice Providers (APPs).
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Oversee Quality Assurance & Performance Improvement (QAPI), ensuring excellent outcomes and adherence to standards.
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Develop and maintain medical policies, procedures, and protocols.
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Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team, nursing staff, and caregivers.
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Support a culture of shared decision-making and compassionate senior care.
Job Responsibilities
Develop individualized treatment plans and provide medically necessary care in clinic, home, or facility settings.
Interview and evaluate applicants for program enrollment.
Counsel participants and families on prognosis, health maintenance, and chronic disease management.
Collaborate on nursing treatment programs and interdisciplinary team planning.
Participate in family conferences, provider on-call rotation, and leadership meetings.
Guide and mentor the care team on geriatric best practices.
Qualifications
Active Florida medical license (or ability to obtain).
DEA & CDS certification required.
Minimum 1 year of experience working with frail or elderly populations.
Prior supervisory or leadership experience required.
Strong skills in chronic disease management and geriatric assessment.
Commitment to creative, community-focused care delivery.
Visa sponsorship not available.
Working Hours
Provider on-call rotation required.
Skills
Compassionate approach to geriatric and palliative care.
Effective communication with patients, caregivers, and interdisciplinary staff.
Ability to adapt to evolving participant needs.
💰 Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary: $240K – $270K base range.
Performance-based incentives.
Opportunities for professional growth & leadership development.
Supportive interdisciplinary team environment.
Full benefits package, malpractice with tail, CME funds, and licensure support.
🌎 Why Pensacola, Florida?
Coastal lifestyle with beautiful beaches and year-round recreation.
Affordable living in a vibrant community.
Rich cultural scene with strong family-friendly amenities.
✨ Join a program dedicated to empowering seniors to thrive in their homes and communities while providing leadership in geriatric medicine.
👉 Contact us today to apply!