Geriatric Care Physician

3 weeks ago


Bardstown, Kentucky, United States Southern Home Care Services, Inc. Full time

Position:
Geriatric Care Physician - MD

Company:
Southern Home Care Services, Inc.

Overview:

In this full-time clinical leadership role, under the guidance of the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), you will undertake various clinical duties alongside specific administrative tasks.

Your primary responsibility will be to deliver daily medical care to residents in facilities and home-bound patients, while exemplifying ethical and evidence-based practices that align with the company's vision and mission.


Key Responsibilities:
  • Deliver high-quality complex and geriatric care to residents and patients in collaboration with non-physician practitioners and other interprofessional team members.
  • Maintain strong engagement with facility leadership, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, patients, and their families.
  • Provide oversight for an average of 5 to 15 nurse practitioners and physician assistants, supporting their clinical roles.
  • Conduct audits of up to 10% of medical orders and documentation for each provider monthly, in accordance with state and regional regulations.
  • Assume medical directorships for skilled and/or senior living facilities as needed.
  • Identify new growth opportunities within skilled facilities and senior living markets.
  • Participate in company call processes to ensure timely responses to acute medical conditions, preventing unnecessary hospital transfers.
  • Focus on quality outcomes, including care path compliance, prevention of avoidable transfers, and reduction of polypharmacy and care costs.
  • Attend mandatory training and meetings as required by the CMO or other leadership to ensure optimal care delivery.

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:
Graduate from an accredited medical school with a Doctor of Medicine degree.
Minimum of two years of administrative leadership experience in healthcare.
Preferred clinical medical experience of seven years or more.

Certifications/License/Other Special Requirements:
Board certification in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Geriatrics; Geriatrics qualification preferred.
Current medical licensure under the provisions of the State Board of Medicine.
Active, unrestricted license to practice in the state of employment.
Current Drug Enforcement Administration registration.


Skills:
  • Effective communication with patients and healthcare support staff.
  • Compassionate treatment of patients and their families.
  • Ability to work for extended periods with patients requiring special attention.
  • Patience with patients, including children and adults who may fear medical treatment.
  • Proficient in computer and electronic record-keeping.
  • Strong organizational and management skills.
  • Excellent decision-making and problem-solving abilities.

About Southern Home Care Services, Inc.:

Southern Home Care Services, Inc. is a premier provider of integrated medical services, dedicated to caring for individuals transitioning from hospitalization to home in various settings, including skilled nursing facilities, assisted living, independent living, group homes, and private residences.

We are committed to delivering quality medical care to seniors and individuals with complex conditions, enhancing their quality of life while preserving their dignity.



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