Internal Medicine Physician

Adelphi is seeking a Chief Medical Officer to oversee and manage delivery of comprehensive medical services on as need basis at a long term care facility located in Barstow California. Job Quick Facts :

• Ref : BD-706-02
• Profession : Chief Medical Officer
• Specialty : Geriatric Medicine / Internal Medicine / Family Practice
• Location : Barstow, California
• Facility Type : Long term care facility
• Job Type : Locum
• Coverage Type : Clinical & Phone Consultations
• Shift Schedule : 7 : 30p - 5 : 30p as needed / when required
• Start Date : TBA
• Rate : $230 / hr Requirements :
• Active CA License
• BC / BE in Geriatric Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Family Practice
• CPR and BLS Certification
• Minimum of twelve(12)continuous months of experience within the last three(3)years performing services similar in scope to those defined herein, preferably in a public or private institution Responsibilities :
• Supervise all physicians within the facility, as well as the activities of Physician Assistants (PAs)and Nurse Practitioners(NPs)
• Supervise the Nurse Practitioner (NP) staff classified under California Assembly Bill 890, currently designated as 103 NP, until they transition to the 104 NP classification.
• Provide physician services with a focus on geriatric care, addressing the specific health needs of elderly residents
• Offer medical consultation, develop treatment plans, and monitor each resident's response to treatment,
• Before admitting residents to an acute hospital for inpatient care, discuss pending admissions with the Home Administrator and / or the attending physician
• Perform the physician's role in pre-screening potential residents and conducting physical exams upon admission
• Review referrals made by PAs and NPs to ensure that residents are directed to the most appropriate medical specialists or services
• Provide clinical consultation to NPs, guiding them on patient care management, particularly for complex cases or those requiring specialized attention
• Ensure that all medical duties performed at the facility adhere to the relevant state and federal regulations, including Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations and Titles 42 and 38 of the Code of Federal Regulations
• Oversee and manage the medical care for residents in the long term care facility
• Conduct administrative reviews of all medical care policies and procedures at the facility, ensuring they align with current standards and regulatory requirements.
• Assist the facility in preparing for surveys and inspections by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs and the California Department of Healthcare Services.
• Ensure that all medical duties performed at the facility adhere to the relevant state and federal regulations, including Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations and Titles 42 and 38 of the Code of Federal Regulations
• Assist in arranging continuous physician coverage to address medical emergencies that may arise at the facility
• Help recruit and obtain the services of qualified medical professionals to serve as consultants