Family Practice - Geriatrics Physician

TinkBird Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Board-Certified Primary Care Physician (MD/DO) for a permanent opportunity at an outpatient geriatric day program clinic in Greensboro, North Carolina. This position offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive primary care to frail, elderly patients through a collaborative, interdisciplinary model focused on maintaining health, independence, and quality of life.

Position Details
Job Type: Permanent
Specialty: Geriatrics, Internal Medicine, or Family Medicine
Location: Greensboro, North Carolina
Anticipated Start Date: January 1, 2027
Annual Base Salary: $230,000
Patient Population: Frail, elderly adults
Average Daily Patient Volume: 4 6 patients
Estimated Patient Panel: Approximately 70 participants
Electronic Medical Records: IntusCare, Elation EMR, and CareHub care planning module

Schedule & Call
Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
One full day of administrative time per week, which may be completed on-site or off-site.
During the physician s administrative day, a colleague provides coverage for patient visits and phone calls.
Rotating call coverage, currently estimated at one week every six weeks.
Call volume is generally low. A nurse typically handles the first call during weekdays, while a PRN triage nurse provides first-call coverage on weekends. The physician is contacted as needed, with nursing home-related calls occurring more frequently on weekends.

Clinical Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive primary care for elderly patients enrolled in the outpatient geriatric day program clinic.
Conduct initial patient histories and physical examinations.
Perform routine quarterly follow-up visits and manage acute illnesses.
Coordinate referrals to specialists and facilitate continuity of care.
Coordinate hospital admissions, discharges, and transitions of care.
Provide care for patients residing in nursing homes, including facility visits as needed.
Conduct some home visits when clinically appropriate.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and family care conferences.
Provide clinical oversight and supervision of nurse practitioners as needed.
Collaborate with nursing, social work, and other interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement individualized care plans.

Practice Environment & Travel
Work within a collaborative, interdisciplinary care model designed to address the medical and supportive needs of frail, elderly adults.
Provide care across the outpatient geriatric day program clinic and affiliated care settings.
Support patients residing in four contracted facilities.
Travel between the clinic, skilled nursing facilities, and patient homes may be required.
Mileage or travel expenses for eligible work-related travel between the center, skilled nursing facilities, and homes are reimbursed.

Qualifications & Requirements
MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
Completion of an accredited Internal Medicine or Family Medicine residency.
Board certification required; board eligibility alone is not sufficient.
Active North Carolina medical license.
Two to three years of relevant clinical experience, including at least one year caring for frail or elderly patients.
Geriatrics training or fellowship experience preferred.
Active North Carolina DEA registration.
CPR certification meeting applicable PACE program requirements.
Valid North Carolina driver's license and access to a vehicle.
Completion of applicable CMS-approved PACE competencies before practicing independently.

Physical Requirements
The physician must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, including clinical assessments, patient examinations, documentation, and care coordination across clinic and community-based settings. The role may involve travel to nursing facilities and patient homes, as well as potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens.

Compensation & Benefits
Annual base salary of $230,000.
Paid time off.
Annual continuing medical education allowance of $5,000.
Insurance benefits.
Retirement benefits.
Malpractice insurance and tail coverage.
Reimbursement for eligible DEA registration and licensing expenses.
Access to UpToDate.
Memberships in North Carolina PACE and NPA organizations.

TinkBird Healthcare Staffing is a specialized healthcare recruiting firm connecting clinicians with high-quality locum and permanent opportunities nationwide. We prioritize strong communication, long-term relationships, and aligning providers with practice environments that support quality patient care.

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