Locum Physician Geriatric Medicine West Springfield, MA

Medical Director Position

This role supports a PACE program designed to help seniors maintain independence at home while receiving a full continuum of medical and supportive services. The Medical Director provides clinical oversight, participant care supervision, and leadership within an interdisciplinary team.

Conduct history & physical exams, reassessments, and develop treatment plans

Evaluate PACE applicants and collaborate in Intake & Assessment decisions

Discuss prognosis and care planning with participants and caregivers

Collaborate closely with nursing staff and interdisciplinary team members

Provide clinical guidance to PCPs and APPs

Participate in team/family conferences and care planning

Educate participants and families on chronic conditions and health maintenance

Order/interpret diagnostic tests and document findings

Participate in provider on-call rotation

Contribute to Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI)

Support development/maintenance of medical policies and protocols

Strong physical assessment and chronic disease management skills

Ability to manage priorities based on participant needs

Interest in alternative care models serving frail older adults

Active Massachusetts physician license Required

Board Certified in Internal Medicine or Family Practice Required

Board Certification in Geriatrics Preferred

DEA Registration Required

Previous supervisory experience Required

Minimum 1 year experience with frail or elderly populations Required