Geriatric Medicine Physician - Perm Position - PA
Sterling, Virginia, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Internal Medicine-Geriatrics
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment Hospital
Location Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 2/28/24
Job Description:
Shift is Monday - Friday 8:00a - 4:30p with on call requirements.
Call is evenly distributed among all providers, approximately 5 to 7 days per month as is chosen by the provider.
Provide primary medical care to participants, including assessment, development of a plan of care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, provision of direct participant medical care, and evaluation of effectiveness of the plan of care
Function in a collegial relationship with the other health care professionals, making independent decisions regarding medical needs and health regimens, while carrying out medical procedures as indicated.
Refer participants to medical specialist as indicated.
Manages all care of participants in the nursing home: Provides regular visits to manage the care of participants in the nursing home in collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team; maintains communication with nursing home staff for continuous monitoring of PACE participants on a case-by-case basis; admits nursing home participants to hospital when necessary.
Oversees and manages participant’s use of medical specialist and inpatient care.
Communicates and follows up with specialist regarding outcome of visit.
Complete documentation and uses appropriate diagnostic coding.
Minimum of 1 year experience working with the frail or elderly population is required (no new grads)

Compensation and Benefits:
Salary range: $208,000 - $241,000 depending upon experience
Warm and supportive environment
Learn the industry's best, easy-to-use, advanced technology
Career paths and professional development
Flexibility
Excel with supportive, motivated colleagues in an inspiring environment
Enjoy a truly patient-centered focus
Health, dental and vision insurance
Short and long-term disability
Generous paid time off
Mileage reimbursement
Comprehensive orientation