Attending Physician

Description

We are seeking a Part-Time Attending Physician to serve a skilled nursing and long-term care facility in the Toledo, Ohio area. This on-site position typically requires one day per week at the assigned facility, with additional days possible for larger facilities. Working within an interdisciplinary care environment, you will provide high-quality medical oversight for residents while partnering closely with nurse practitioners, nursing leadership, and clinical teams to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care.

This role is ideal for a physician already practicing in nursing homes who wishes to add attending work alongside an existing practice. The position begins with a single facility assignment, with the opportunity to expand to additional facilities over time as your schedule and interests allow.

Compensation is production-based at $35 per RVU, offering a transparent and performance-driven earning structure for this part-time opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Provide attending physician coverage and medical oversight for residents in a skilled nursing / long-term care setting
• Manage acute and chronic diseases, including medication management and treatment planning
• Conduct resident admissions and perform required regulatory visits
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory standards
• Collaborate closely with nurse practitioners to coordinate resident care plans
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings with nursing leadership and clinical staff
• Support efforts to reduce avoidable hospitalizations through proactive clinical management
• Communicate effectively with residents and their families regarding care plans and conditions
• Ensure adherence to CMS long-term care regulations and facility quality standards
• Respond to clinical concerns and changes in resident condition in a timely manner

Requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical institution
• Active, unrestricted Ohio medical license (or ability to obtain prior to start)
• Prior experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facility settings
• Strong proficiency in acute and chronic disease management
• Experience with admissions processes and regulatory visit requirements
• Strong clinical documentation skills with attention to detail and compliance
• Familiarity with CMS long-term care regulations (preferred)
• Experience collaborating with nurse practitioners and interdisciplinary teams (preferred)
• Demonstrated focus on reducing avoidable hospitalizations (preferred)
• Strong family communication and interpersonal skills (preferred)