Geriatric Medicine-MA
At a glance
About this assignment
Geriatric Medicine Locum Tenens | Massachusetts
Provider Details:
- Specialty: Geriatric Medicine
- Job Class: Locum Tenens
- Provider Type: Physician
- Provider Credentials: MD/DO
- Board Status: Board-Certified or Board-Eligible
- Number of Positions: 1
Shift Details:
- Estimated Start Date: May 1, 2026
- Requested Date of Coverage and Schedule: ASAP - Ongoing; full time
- Schedule Details: Monday to Friday, full time
- Number of Shifts Needed per Month: Full time
- Case Mix: Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Medical Director provides general medical direction and supervision of the medical aspects of participant care. The Medical Director is responsible for the delivery of participant care, clinical outcomes, and oversight of the Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) program. They are responsible for the development and maintenance of medical policies and procedures/standards and protocols. They provide direction and supervision to related Primary Care Providers (PCPs) and Advanced Practice Providers (APPs).
Licensing Details:
- Willing to License: No
- Estimated Privileging Timeline: 90 days
Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Geriatric Medicine Physician to join our team in Massachusetts. This locum tenens position offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive care to our geriatric population, ensuring high-quality clinical outcomes and participating in the Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) program. The ideal candidate will be board certified and possess strong leadership skills to supervise and guide Primary Care Providers and Advanced Practice Providers.
If you are passionate about geriatric care and are looking for a full-time opportunity to make a difference in the lives of older adults, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.
We look forward to welcoming a new member to our team who shares our commitment to excellence in geriatric medicine.
Day to day
General responsibilities will include: Conduct history and physical on new participants and event-based and periodic reassessments. Develop medical treatment plan, and provide medically necessary services in the range of locations in which participants may reside. Interview and evaluate applicants to PACE Organization and their caregivers, and participate in the Intake and Assessment decision. Discuss each participant's medical conditions and prognosis with him/her and their caregiver to assist them in expressing their wishes and planning their future care. Execute assignments in a culture that is shared and collaborative across all divisions within TH PACE. Collaborate in the nursing treatment program of participants. Establish and/or maintain as a member of the leadership team a plan to achieve operating goals. Participate as an active member of PACE Organization interdisciplinary team. Educates and advises the team regarding the implications of diagnoses, cognitive and physical function and treatment options. Participate in team and family conferences and decision-making processes. Educate participants and families regarding health maintenance and their chronic medical conditions, in cooperation with nursing staff. Supervise the health care and treatment program as developed by the interdisciplinary team. Perform physical examinations, order and evaluate appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests, and record results in a systematic manner. Participates in provider on-call rotation as required. Effective skills in physical assessment and chronic disease management for frail older adults. Desire to work in a creative alternate health care setting. Able to manage changing priorities according to participant needs.
Practice details
- Not solo coverage
- Shift pattern: Clinic;Day
- Setting: M-F, full time
Licensing & requirements
- Active state license required
- Estimated privileging: 90
- DEA controlled Substance Registration Certificate certification
- NPDB Report certification
Other details
Experience or added qualifications in geriatrics
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Your details go straight to a physician-led recruiter against reference JOB-01686.