Description
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Primary Care Physician specializing in elder and geriatric care to join our friendly and supportive team permanently.
You'll provide comprehensive medical care and build meaningful relationships with our senior patients, ensuring they receive the highest quality of life.
Join us in making a difference in the lives of our cherished elderly community members!
Program provides seniors with the opportunity to continue living in their homes and in their communities.
Our innovative and comprehensive range of medical services to participants is what ignites our passion to treat the whole person and not the symptoms!
We employ a collaborative interdisciplinary team (IDT) approach to evaluate and guide participant care,
Responsibilities
Provide compassionate and comprehensive care to elderly patients.
Develop personalized treatment plans tailored to the unique needs of each senior.
Monitor and manage chronic conditions with a focus on improving quality of life.
Collaborate with families and caregivers to ensure holistic support.
Stay updated on the latest geriatric care practices and treatments.
Foster a warm and welcoming environment for all patients.
Advocate for the health and well-being of the elderly community.
The Primary Care Physician performs in-person comprehensive assessments and coordinates with the IDT to develop a care plan for each participant.
At the direction of the Medical Director, the Primary Care Physician oversees all care of participants in nursing homes and hospitals including admits and discharges for acute, short-term, and long-term placement and the use of medical specialists to ensure effective care coordination.
The Primary Care Physician also provides direction and support to Nurse Practitioners and other members of the IDT.
Essential Job Duties :
Provide assessment, planning, primary care, and continuous medical coverage to participants
Collaborate with community-based physicians and IDT in discharge planning from acute or long-term settings
Actively participate in IDT, communicating participant changes, collaborating on care planning decisions, and coordinating 24-hour care delivery
Help maintain care of participants in the nursing home, making regular visits as dictated by participant need
Take part in rotating night and weekend call
Qualifications
Extensive experience in elder and geriatric care, ensuring compassionate and comprehensive treatment.
Board-certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine, with a focus on senior health.
Excellent communication skills to build trusting relationships with patients and their families.
Proficient in managing chronic conditions common in elderly patients.
Commitment to providing personalized care tailored to the unique needs of each senior.
Strong teamwork abilities to collaborate effectively with other healthcare professionals.
Dedication to continuous learning and staying updated on the latest geriatric care practices.
Successful completion of a residency program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education
Master’s Degree / Doctorate Degree
Board Certification Internal Medicine or Family Practice
Board Certification Geriatrics preferred
Active California Physician License without Restrictions
State CDS Certification and DEA Registration
Valid State Driver’s License with a clean DMV record
Copy of recent Vehicle Insurance required
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Full-time position
40 hrs / wk
Modesto, California, United States / Onsite
95313
Onsite
Entry (0-2 yrs)
English
Regular schedule
Employment renews yearly