Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Family Practice in Fresno, CA

Doctor of Medicine | Family Practice
Location: Fresno, CA
Employer: WhiteCoat Locums
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Medical Director II - PACE / Geriatric Medicine

Position Overview


Seeking an experienced Medical Director II to oversee clinical operations, medical services, and quality improvement initiatives within a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE).


This full-time leadership position focuses on providing comprehensive, community-based healthcare services to vulnerable seniors while supporting their ability to remain independent and continue living in their homes and communities.


Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer, the Medical Director II will provide clinical leadership to an interdisciplinary team (IDT), oversee medical care delivery, supervise physicians and advanced practice providers, and ensure compliance with PACE regulations and established clinical standards.


The Medical Director II will also be responsible for developing, maintaining, and overseeing the Quality Improvement (QI) program, medical policies, procedures, standards, and protocols.

Assignment Details

• Provider Type: Physician (MD/DO)
• Position Title: Medical Director II
• Specialty: Internal Medicine / Family Medicine / Emergency Medicine / Geriatric Medicine
• Practice Setting: Community-Based Primary Care / PACE Program
• Position Type: Full-Time
• Leadership Role: Medical Director / Clinical Operations Oversight
• Patient Population: Seniors / Geriatric Patients
• Care Model: Value-Based / Interdisciplinary Primary Care
• Reports To: Chief Medical Officer

Schedule

• Workdays: Monday-Friday
• Shift Hours: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
• Home Visits: Included
• On-Call Schedule: Rotating Night and Weekend Call
• Call Frequency: A Few Nights or Weekends Per Month
• Additional Responsibilities: Develop and Implement Clinic Staffing and 24-Hour On-Call Schedules

Patient Population

• Older Adult and Geriatric Patients
• Medically Vulnerable Seniors
• Medicare and Medi-Cal Participants
• Patients With Complex Medical Conditions
• Patients Requiring Chronic Disease Management
• Patients Receiving Coordinated Long-Term Care
• Individuals Requiring Community-Based Medical and Supportive Services

Clinical Leadership Responsibilities

• Assume Overall Accountability for Medical Care Provided to Program Participants
• Oversee the Medical Services Team to Promote Quality and Clinical Outcome Goals
• Provide Clinical Leadership and Direction to the Interdisciplinary Healthcare Team
• Supervise PACE Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Community-Based Physicians, and Other Medical Staff
• Oversee Medical Contractors and Ensure Compliance With Clinical Standards
• Monitor Clinical Performance and Promote High-Quality Patient Care
• Support the Development of Innovative Care Pathways for Patients With Complex Medical Conditions
• Ensure Integration of Medical Services With Other Patient Care Services
• Participate in Executive Management Planning, Budgeting, and Operational Oversight
• Develop and Implement Medical Policies, Procedures, Standards, and Protocols
• Ensure Compliance With Applicable PACE Regulations and Clinical Requirements
• Mentor and Develop Clinical Team Members

Quality Improvement Responsibilities

• Develop, Maintain, and Oversee the Quality Improvement (QI) Program
• Establish and Monitor Clinical Quality and Outcome Goals
• Evaluate Healthcare Utilization and Clinical Performance Measures
• Identify Opportunities to Improve Patient Outcomes and Quality of Life
• Monitor Hospital Inpatient Utilization
• Review Emergency Department Utilization
• Evaluate Nursing Facility Utilization
• Monitor Pharmaceutical Utilization and Medication Management
• Review Specialist Referral Patterns
• Develop Strategies to Improve Healthcare Efficiency and Value
• Ensure Adherence to Established Quality Improvement Requirements
• Promote Continuous Improvement in Clinical Care Delivery

Clinical Operations Responsibilities

• Monitor and Lead Clinic Operations
• Ensure Effective Integration of Medical Services With Other Healthcare Programs
• Oversee Community-Based Physicians and Clinical Providers
• Develop and Implement Clinic Staffing Plans
• Establish and Maintain 24-Hour On-Call Coverage Schedules
• Coordinate Medical Service Delivery Across the Interdisciplinary Team
• Ensure Compliance With Medical Policies and Procedures
• Participate in Operational Planning and Budgeting
• Support Efficient Utilization of Healthcare Resources
• Promote Consistent Clinical Standards Across Medical Services

Required Clinical Skills

• Medical Leadership and Clinical Supervision
• Primary Care Medicine
• Geriatric Patient Management
• Chronic Disease Management
• Interdisciplinary Team Leadership
• Quality Improvement Program Management
• Clinical Operations Oversight
• Medical Policy and Procedure Development
• Healthcare Utilization Management
• Clinical Performance Monitoring
• Care Pathway Development
• Physician and Advanced Practice Provider Supervision
• Staff Mentoring and Professional Development
• Healthcare Resource Management
• Value-Based Healthcare Delivery
• PACE Regulatory Compliance

Clinical Practice Details

• Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
• Community-Based Primary Care
• Value-Based Healthcare Model
• Interdisciplinary Team Approach
• Comprehensive Geriatric Care
• Medical Director Leadership Responsibilities
• Physician and Advanced Practice Provider Supervision
• Quality Improvement Program Oversight
• Clinical Operations and Staffing Management
• Home Visits Included
• Rotating Night and Weekend Call
• 24-Hour On-Call Scheduling Oversight

Clinical Environment / Support

• Chief Medical Officer Oversight
• Executive Management Team
• Interdisciplinary Healthcare Team
• PACE Physicians
• Community-Based Physicians
• Nurse Practitioners
• Other Medical Staff and Contractors
• Community-Based Senior Care Services
• Coordinated Medical and Supportive Care Programs
• Quality Improvement and Clinical Operations Support

Requirements

• Successful Completion of an ACGME-Accredited Residency Program - Required
• Board Certification in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Emergency Medicine - Required
• Geriatric Medicine Training or Specialization - Preferred
• At Least 2 Years of Clinical Experience in the Specialty - Required
• At Least 2 Years of Supervisory Experience - Required
• Demonstrated Ability to Mentor and Develop Clinical Team Members - Required
• Active, Unrestricted State Physician License - Required
• State Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS) Certification - Required
• DEA Registration - Required
• Current Enrollment or Eligibility for Enrollment to Provide Services to Medicare and Medi-Cal Participants - Required
• Current Knowledge of Chronic Care Management and Geriatric Healthcare Best Practices - Preferred
• Experience Supervising Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers
• Experience Managing Clinical Operations and Healthcare Services
• Knowledge of Quality Improvement Programs and Clinical Performance Measures
• Ability to Develop and Implement Medical Policies and Procedures
• Ability to Oversee Clinical Staffing and On-Call Scheduling
• Willingness and Ability to Participate in Rotating Night and Weekend Call - Required
• CPR Certification Within 180 Days of Hire - Required
• First Aid Certification Within 180 Days of Hire - Required
• CPR and First Aid Certification at Hire - Preferred
• Ability to Maintain CPR and First Aid Certifications
• Strong Leadership, Communication, and Interdisciplinary Collaboration Skills

Credentialing Requirements

• ACGME-Accredited Residency Training
• Board Certification in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Emergency Medicine
• Active, Unrestricted State Physician License
• State CDS Certification
• DEA Registration
• Medicare and Medi-Cal Provider Enrollment or Eligibility
• Minimum 2 Years of Clinical Experience in the Specialty
• Minimum 2 Years of Supervisory Experience
• CPR and First Aid Certification Within 180 Days of Hire

Vaccination Requirements

• Proof of Vaccination or a Completed Vaccine Declination Form Required Before Employment
• Compliance With Applicable Infection Control and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Standards
• Compliance With Employee Vaccination Policies

Equal Employment Opportunity


The employer is committed to providing an inclusive workplace and equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.