Physician

Job Details Level: Senior Job Location: Bak - Bakersfield, CA 93305 Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $250,000.00 - $280,000.00 Salary/year Job Shift: Day Job Category: Health Care Who We Are PACE by IIH is empowering senior participants to age at home with dignity through personalized, comprehensive care plans that deliver high-quality health and human services along with strong community support. Through an interdisciplinary and participant-centered model of care, PACE by IIH is committed to improving quality of life, promoting independence, and providing compassionate support tailored to the unique needs of each participant. Our team works collaboratively to deliver innovative, community-based healthcare solutions that allow seniors to remain safely and comfortably in their homes while receiving the care and services they need to thrive. Benefits 401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance Job Summary Under the supervision of the Medical Director, in coordination with the Program Director for Clinic, provides primary medical care to Innovative Integrated Health 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. Carries out medical procedures as indicated. Essential Job Functions Assessment Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team (IDT) and in initial, semi-annual, unscheduled, and annual assessments; attend morning updates and report changes in participants’ baseline status to appropriate staff on a daily basis. Provide initial and ongoing participant assessments, care plan development, and implementation of care plan. Obtain a complete health history and record the findings in a systematic organized manner. Perform physical examinations, order and evaluate appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests, and record results in a systematic manner. Identify medical, social, cultural, and financial problems. Perform functional status evaluation and/or mental status examinations using standardized procedures. Identify and describe behavior patterns of the chronically ill. Triage status changes in participants; and facilitate appropriate management of problem identified. Treatment Provide preventative health care and health promotion for Innovative Integrated Health participants. Treat and manage acute chronic illnesses. Regulate and adjust medications as needed. Facilitate medical specialist consultation as needed. Educate participants and families regarding health maintenance and their chronic medical conditions, in cooperation with nursing Staff. Provide inpatient attending coverage responsibility when participant is hospitalized or admitted to a nursing facility and communicate participant status to the Innovative Integrated Health team. Work as supervising physician with the nurse practitioner and/or physician assistant at that site. Evaluation Serve as a source of geriatric and medical knowledge for the interdisciplinary team. Maintain an active role in the interdisciplinary team process. Evaluate the effectiveness of the participant’s plan of care and revise as appropriate. Serve as a member of the interdisciplinary team and participate in the development of the comprehensive plan of care and ongoing monitoring of the participant’s health status. Maintain current, accurate documentation of health care services provided, coordinated, or contracted. Consultation Integrate into the interdisciplinary team as an active participant. Serve on various committees of the organization as requested. Prepare and submit reports including services provided as required. Attend pertinent health care conferences and courses to maintain knowledge of current trends in geriatric health care. Perform related duties as assigned. Administrative Complete charting and paperwork in a timely manner. Involved in the development and implementation of QAPI activities. Comply with all policies, procedures, and protocols of Innovative Integrated Health. Complete time sheets and recordkeeping documents in a timely manner and as required. Attend and participate in staff meetings, in-services, projects, and committees as assigned. Adhere to and support the center’s practices, procedures, and policies including assigned break times and attendance. Accept assigned duties in a cooperative manner; and perform all other related duties as assigned. Be flexible in schedule of hours worked. May require use of personal vehicle Working Conditions and Physical Demands Ability to access all areas of the center throughout the workday is required. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds occasionally, 15 pounds frequently, and 7 pounds constantly; required to obtain assistance of another qualified employee when attempting to lift or transfer objects over 25 pounds. Requires constant hand grasp and finger dexterity; frequent sitting, standing, walking and repetitive leg and arm movements, occasional bending, reaching forward and overhead; squatting and kneeling. Ability to communicate verbally with an excellent comprehension of the English language is required. Work is generally performed in an indoor, well-lighted, well-ventilated, heated, and air-conditioned environment. Experience Board certified/eligible in internal medicine or family practice. Advanced certification in geriatrics and Board certification granted by the American Boards of Internal Medicine and Family Practice for Added Qualification in Geriatric Medicine preferred. Minimum of one (1) year of documented experience working with a frail or elderly population. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Interest in frail older adults and knowledge of their physical, mental, and social needs. Effective skills in physical assessment and chronic disease management for frail older adults. Desire to work in a creative alternate health care setting. Able to manage changing priorities according to participant needs. Ability to work effectively and in a collegial manner with all members of the interdisciplinary team. Strong organizational skills, dependable, flexible, and resourceful. Effective oral communication skills. Education, Licensure, and Certification Must be licensed to practice medicine in the state of California. Experience or added qualifications in geriatrics preferred. Must provide current state license and DEA registration and obtain staff privileges at Innovative Integrated Health's contracted hospitals. CPR/BLS certification Is medically cleared for communicable diseases and has all immunizations up-to-date before engaging in direct participant contact. Core Values CARE is central to what we do, prioritizing the well-being, dignity, and independence of our senior participants. COMPASSION in every interaction, ensuring kindness, empathy, and understanding guide our care. CULTURE that reflects the diverse backgrounds of those we serve and fosters a workplace where every team member feels supported, valued, and empowered to grow. COMMUNITY that fosters connection, belonging, and support for participants and their families. COMMITMENT to quality improvement, innovation, and delivering healthier outcomes. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr