Geriatric Medicine, Physician-PACE | Springfield, MO | Loan Repayment & Sign On Available

Job Description

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About Jordan Valley Community Health Center:

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Jordan Valley Community Health Center (JVCHC) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health of individuals and families in underserved communities. We provide comprehensive healthcare services including primary medical, dental, vision, and behavioral health. Our mission is simple:  Improve our community’s health through access and relationships. By working collaboratively with partners and continually innovating, JVCHC strives to be a leader in providing essential healthcare for the underserved, ensuring everyone in our community has access to quality healthcare.

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Job Summary:  

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We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate PACE Physician to join our team. The PACE Physician will be responsible for providing primary care services to our elderly patients in a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) setting. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with the elderly population and a commitment to providing high-quality care.

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Key Responsibilities:

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- Provide primary care services to elderly patients in a PACE setting

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- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' medical, social, and functional status

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- Develop and implement individualized care plans for each patient

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- Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team members, including nurses, social workers, and therapists

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- Monitor patients' health status and adjust care plans as needed

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- Provide education and counseling to patients and their families

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- Participate in quality improvement activities and initiative

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Benefits Overview:

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• Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage: Three comprehensive plan options (Buy-up, Base, and High Deductible) through UnitedHealthcare's Choice Plus network, covering various deductibles and out-of-pocket limits. Includes access to telemedicine services via Teladoc.
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• Health Savings Account (HSA): Available for employees in the High Deductible Plan with employer contributions and tax advantages.
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• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Options for both healthcare and dependent care FSAs, allowing pre-tax contributions for qualified expenses.
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• Dental and Vision Coverage: Dental insurance through Cigna’s DPPO network and vision coverage through EyeMed’s Insight network.
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• Retirement Plan: Pre-tax and Roth 403(b) retirement plans with a 5% employer match starting after 30 days of employment.
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• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic Life and AD&D insurance provided at no cost, with the option to purchase additional coverage. Long-term and short-term disability insurance are also available.
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• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and crisis intervention.
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• Additional Voluntary Benefits: Options for critical illness, accident, hospital care, and pet insurance through MetLife.
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• Pay on Demand Available
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Holidays:

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• Nine paid holidays per year. 
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Health Requirements:

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All employees are required to provide proof of vaccination for Flu, Hepatitis B and Tuberculosis (TB) as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.

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Requirements:

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- Medical degree from an accredited institution

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- Board certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine

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- Active medical license in Missouri

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- Experience working with elderly patients preferred

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- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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- Ability to work effectively in a team-based care model

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- Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care

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