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Gerontology Physician

1 month ago

Evansville, Indiana, United States TEEMA Group Full time
Job Overview

TEEMA Group is seeking a highly skilled Physician to lead our Gerontology team. As a Primary Care Physician, you will provide direct medical care to patients and supervise medical care personnel.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct comprehensive history and physical assessments for new referrals.
  • Perform interval history and physical exams for established participants, conducted quarterly or as needed.
  • Evaluate and treat participants with episodic illnesses.
  • Make referrals to Medical Specialists as necessary.
  • Admit participants to the hospital when appropriate, providing primary care responsibilities during hospitalization and coordinating discharge planning with the Interdisciplinary Team.
  • Oversee the care of participants residing in nursing homes, including regular visits and communication with nursing home staff.
  • Engage in family conferences for care planning and implementation.
  • Coordinate 24-hour care delivery.
  • Document participant changes accurately in medical records and communicates these changes to the IDT promptly.
  • Participate in the IDT, attend staff meetings, and contribute to participant care planning.
  • Stay updated on quality/clinical standards and best practices for the geriatric population.
  • Contribute to Ethics and Quality Improvement Committees or work groups as assigned.

Requirements:

  • Valid MD/DO license in good standing to practice medicine in the State of practicing.
  • Board certification.
  • Graduate of an accredited School of Medicine.
  • Minimum of two years of clinical experience required.
  • Experience working with a frail or elderly population preferred, or willingness to undergo appropriate training upon hiring.
  • Knowledge of geriatric medicine and the special needs of complex geriatric patients.
  • Fellowship or additional training in Geriatrics preferred.
  • Understanding of the culture and needs of socially and ethnically diverse populations.