Nurse Home Medical Director - Physician - Cohoes, NY

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Team as a Physician Medical Director

We are looking for a dedicated and visionary Physician Medical Director to guide medical services at Eddy Village Green, located in Cohoes, NY. This esteemed nursing home is recognized nationally for its pioneering Green House model in New York State.

This role offers flexibility, welcoming both full-time and part-time physicians who are committed to person-centered care and innovative approaches to elder care.

Why Choose Eddy Village Green?

Eddy Village Green has been honored as one of America’s Best Nursing Homes in 2025 by Newsweek and stands as the largest Green House model campus in the United States. The facility features:

• 16 ranch-style homes, each accommodating 12 residents in a nurturing, family-oriented environment.
• A non-institutional philosophy that prioritizes autonomy, dignity, and meaningful connections.
• A collaborative care team that includes physicians and nurse practitioners, along with on-site specialists in Podiatry, Psychiatry, Psychology, and Optometry.

This model encourages strong relationships between staff and residents, transforming the traditional nursing home experience into a true home-like atmosphere.

Position Overview

As the Medical Director, your responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing and coordinating medical care throughout the campus.
• Implementing and assessing resident care policies in line with current best practices.
• Collaborating with nursing, pharmacy, therapy, and administrative teams to deliver high-quality, integrated care.
• Participating in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement initiatives.
• Acting as a clinical leader and mentor, fostering excellence in geriatric care.

Opportunity Highlights

• Flexible working hours.
• Open to both full-time and part-time candidates.
• Average of 12-14 resident visits per shift, including routine and sick visits.
• On-call responsibilities every 6-8 weeks (phone calls only during a week-long call period).
• Access to a wide range of support services within the facility, including specialists in Pulmonary, Physiatry, Psychology, WOCN, Podiatry, and more.

Requirements

• Board Certified in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.
• Preferred but not required: Certification in Geriatric Medicine or Hospice & Palliative Care.
• Preferred but not required: Certified Medical Director (CMD) credential.
• A strong passion for providing care to older adults in a collaborative, mission-driven setting.

Recruitment Package

Our organization offers a comprehensive salary and benefits package that includes:

• Annual compensation of $278,000.
• A starting bonus of $30,000.
• Relocation assistance.
• Excellent benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Paid malpractice insurance, including coverage for post-employment tail.
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) time and expense allowance.
• Paid time off from practice.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer matching.
• Loan repayment options: Our institution qualifies as an eligible employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.