Geriatric Medicine - Nursing Home Medical Director - Physician - Capital Region, NY

Job Description

Job Description

Job Opportunity: Nursing Home Medical Director/Physician

Our organization is actively looking for a full-time Medical Director/Physician to oversee and deliver care at our nonprofit Skilled Nursing Homes situated in the Capital Region of Upstate New York.

About Us

We offer a fulfilling and distinctive opportunity for a full-time Physician to become part of our nursing home medical team. Our organization has a well-established reputation as an innovative nonprofit provider, offering a wide array of services including:

• Nursing homes
• Subacute rehabilitation
• Independent retirement communities
• Assisted living
• Memory care centers
• PACE programs
• Home health services
• Hospice care

We are integrated within a comprehensive healthcare delivery system, enhancing our ability to serve our community.

Position Overview

This unique role involves collaborating with our nursing home medical team to provide care for our long-term care residents across:

• Seven skilled nursing facilities, offering a mix of long-term care, subacute rehabilitation, and memory care, with two locations utilizing the Green House model.
• Facilities conveniently located within the Capital Region, some just a few miles apart and others within a 20-minute drive.
• A highly cooperative medical team comprising Physicians and Nurse Practitioners, supported by on-site specialists in Podiatry, Psychiatry, Psychology, and Optometry.
• A strong partnership with the Albany College of Pharmacy, recently launching a Geriatric Pharmacotherapy Service.
• Robust leadership backing from the Chief Medical Officer, Chief Nursing Officer, Director of Quality & Safety, and Vice President for Residential Services, all of whom bring extensive experience and a commitment to our mission of caring for elders and colleagues alike.
• Teaching opportunities available through the Albany Medical College's Geriatric Fellowship Program, aimed at fostering the development of geriatric-trained Physicians and Nurse Practitioners.

Qualifications

To be considered for this role, candidates should meet the following criteria:

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

Why Join Our Team?

By becoming part of our organization, you will:

• Engage with a mission-driven, nonprofit healthcare provider with a rich history in long-term care.
• Collaborate with experienced and supportive leadership as well as interdisciplinary teams.
• Enjoy a balanced full-time schedule across conveniently located facilities within the Capital Region.
• Contribute to advancements in eldercare delivery and geriatric medical education.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a comprehensive salary and benefits package, which includes:

• Base compensation starting at $278,000.
• This salary reflects the initial range of total compensation and does not account for productivity bonuses, quality and performance incentives, extra shift bonuses, or other applicable cash compensation. Additionally, providers typically receive a CME allowance and other benefits from their medical group employer.
• A signing bonus of $30,000.
• Relocation assistance.
• Excellent benefits package, including health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Paid malpractice insurance, including post-employment tail coverage.
• CME time and expense allowance.
• Paid time off.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer matching.
• Loan Repayment: Our organization qualifies as an eligible employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join our dedicated team!