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

Job Description

Job Description

Our organization is looking to hire a full-time Medical Director/Physician for our Nursing Home facilities, dedicated to providing care in our nonprofit Skilled Nursing Homes located in the Capital Region of Upstate New York.

About Our Facilities:

Situated in the Capital Region of Upstate New York, we offer a fulfilling opportunity for a full-time Physician to become part of our nursing home medical team. Our facilities have 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, home health, hospice, and more. We are integrated within a comprehensive healthcare delivery system.

Position Summary:

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

• Oversee 7 skilled nursing homes that provide a mix of long-term care, subacute rehabilitation, and memory care, with two facilities operating under the Green House model.
• Facilities are conveniently located within the Capital Region, with some just a few miles apart and others within a 20-minute drive.
• Join a highly collaborative medical team consisting of Physicians and Nurse Practitioners, along with on-site specialists in Podiatry, Psychiatry, Psychology, and Optometry.
• Benefit from a strong partnership with the Albany College of Pharmacy, recently launching a Geriatric Pharmacotherapy Service.
• Receive substantial leadership support from experienced professionals, including the Chief Medical Officer, Chief Nursing Officer, Director of Quality & Safety, and Vice President for Residential Services, all dedicated to our mission of caring for residents and staff alike.
• Engage in teaching opportunities with the Albany Medical College's Geriatric Fellowship Program, aimed at fostering the development of geriatric-trained Physicians and Nurse Practitioners.

To qualify for this position, candidates should meet the following criteria:

• Board Certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.
• Certification in Geriatric Medicine or Hospice & Palliative Care is preferred but not mandatory.
• Certified Medical Director (CMD) credential is preferred but not required.
• A strong commitment to caring for older adults in a collaborative, mission-focused environment.

Why Choose Us?

• Join a mission-driven, nonprofit healthcare organization 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 in the Capital Region.
• Contribute to innovation in eldercare delivery and geriatric medical education.

This is an exciting opportunity for the right individual to become part of our organization!

COMPENSATION PACKAGE

We offer a comprehensive salary and benefits package that includes:

• A starting compensation of $278,000.
• The stated salary represents the initial range of total compensation and does not include productivity bonuses, quality and performance incentives, extra shift bonuses, and other applicable cash compensation. Additionally, providers typically receive a CME allowance and other benefits from their medical group employer. Please note that this salary range is provided in accordance with State law and may vary based on the factors mentioned.
• A signing bonus of $30,000.
• Relocation assistance.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Paid malpractice insurance, including post-employment tail coverage.
• Allowance for CME time and expenses.
• 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.