Geriatrician

Job Description

Job Description

This position is designed for a physician to join the Elder Care team, focusing on the well-being of members aged 65 and older, as well as those with Medicare who require specialized care. The primary emphasis will be on outpatient services, including evaluations, treatments, and recommendations for common conditions affecting older adults, such as memory issues and falls. The physician will collaborate closely with a Geriatric RN Care Coordinator, a Clinical Pharmacist specializing in Geriatrics and Palliative Care, and a Geriatric Social Worker. Patient interactions will mainly take place in medical offices, utilizing face-to-face, virtual, or telephonic consultations. In addition to supporting the Primary Care Physician (PCP), this role involves addressing patients' medical concerns and chronic conditions, prioritizing their quality of life and functional capabilities, which includes home safety assessments and discussions on end-of-life care when appropriate. This is a part-time role, requiring 20 hours per week, based at our Sandy Springs Medical Office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct office, virtual, and telephone consultations.

• Evaluate, treat, and/or provide care recommendations for patients referred to the Geriatrics team.

• Engage in discussions regarding care goals and advance directives as necessary.

• Address clinical concerns and formulate the medical components of care plans, including recommendations for observations, lab tests, medications, referrals, and prescriptions, to be shared with the patient's PCP and other care providers to enhance overall health and functionality.

• Respond promptly to MD Advice and Referrals in the in-basket, offering appropriate clinical feedback to referring providers.

• Timely address e-consults from the PEEC clinic with suitable recommendations for patients' pre-surgical needs.

• Collaborate with specialists in Palliative Care, Neurology, Neuropsychology, Behavioral Health, and Clinical Pharmacy to ensure comprehensive patient care when necessary.

• Supervise the Geriatric Nurse Practitioner, review and approve notes, provide feedback on care plans, and authorize prescribed medications and other orders as needed.

• Offer educational support to Primary Care and other specialists regarding the care of geriatric patients upon request.

Minimum Qualifications:

• MD/DO degree, completion of a post-graduate residency, and board certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.

• A minimum of one year of post-residency experience caring for older patients in outpatient or facility settings.

• Proven ability to communicate effectively with older patients, their families, and non-physician healthcare professionals.

• A passion for providing exceptional care and a positive experience for older members.

• Willingness and ability to travel to various locations for patient care.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completion of a fellowship in Geriatric Medicine.

• Subspecialty board certification in Geriatric Medicine (for Internal Medicine physicians) or a Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) in Geriatric Medicine (for Family Medicine physicians).

• Two years of post-residency experience in caring for older patients in outpatient or facility settings.

• Experience working within an interdisciplinary team.

Our organization is one of the largest independent, physician-owned, multi-specialty medical groups in Georgia. With over 500 physicians and 150 associate practitioners, we work collaboratively within a unique integrated care model to deliver high-quality services to more than 300,000 members. Care is provided across 26 medical offices equipped with advanced technology, laboratories, imaging services, and pharmacies. We also offer surgical services and 24/7 care at some of the region's leading hospitals.

We provide a competitive salary, a comprehensive retirement plan, paid time off, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as long-term and short-term disability coverage, relocation assistance, and more. Additionally, we offer numerous opportunities for clinical and non-clinical learning and leadership development for physicians.

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We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. We maintain a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment substance abuse testing.