Primary Care Opportunity - PACE

Primary Care Physician (PCP)

Under the supervision of the medical director, the Primary Care Physician (PCP) provides primary medical care to PACE Organization (PO) participants, including assessment, development of a plan of care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, provision of direct participant medical care, and evaluation of the effectiveness of the plan of care. The PCP also functions in a collegial relationship with other health care professionals, making independent decisions regarding medical needs and health regimens and carries out medical procedures as indicated.

Job Description

• Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team (IDT) and in initial, semi-annual, unscheduled, and annual assessments; attend morning updates and report changes in participants' baseline status to appropriate staff on a daily basis.

• Provide initial and ongoing participant assessments, care plan development, and implementation of the care plan. Integrate the primary care treatment plan into the overall plan of care developed by the interdisciplinary team.

• Refer participants to medical specialists as indicated. Manage all care of participants in the nursing home: provide regular visits to manage the care of participants in the nursing home in collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team; maintain communication with nursing home staff for continuous monitoring of PACE participants on a case-by-case basis; admit nursing home participants to the hospital when necessary.

• Oversee and manage participants' use of medical specialists and inpatient care. Communicate and follow up with specialists regarding the outcome of visits.

• Function as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Maintain regular attendance at and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings; communicate participant changes, collaborate on care planning decisions, and coordinate for 24-hour care delivery.

• At the direction of the Medical Director, review medical outcomes/statistical and utilization data, including reviewing the necessity of hospitalizations and use of specialists. When problems are identified, work with the Medical Director to establish best practices and collaborate with clinical staff and the interdisciplinary team to make appropriate procedural and operational changes to avoid unnecessary hospitalizations and improve the health of participants.

• Complete documentation and use appropriate diagnostic coding.

• Advise the Medical Director on ways to establish better accountability of PO services to participants and referral sources; keep the Medical Director aware of needed material and human resources as the program expands.

• Assist with the development of policies and procedures, standards of care; perform ongoing monitoring and evaluation of patient care practice and service delivery; provide guidance and training to staff regarding medical and quality assurance issues.

Requirements

• Doctorate Degree (MD or DO). Current and active plenary physician license to practice in the state of PO required. CDS Certification and DEA Registration required. Current BLS required.

• Board Certification in Internal Medicine or Family Practice required. Board Certification in Geriatrics preferred.

• A minimum of one (1) year working with the frail or elderly population required.

• Must have a valid driver's license, proof of insurance, and means of transportation.

• Must be action-oriented, have business acumen, manage conflict well, be customer-focused, have high decision quality, flexibility to adapt to ongoing change, and have organizational agility. Ability to work with minimal supervision and exercise independent judgment.

• Possess interpersonal skills to drive collaboration, commitment, and productivity when working with cross-functional teams, customers, and end users. Must be comfortable functioning in a virtual, collaborative shared leadership environment.

• Demonstrates superior written and verbal communication and presentation skills appropriate for audience comprehension. Able to communicate effectively with individuals and groups representing diverse perspectives.

• Comprehensive to expert proficiency with Microsoft product suite (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). Ability to use other software as required to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Excellent organizational skills. Ability to perform multiple duties and functions related to daily operations while maintaining excellent customer service skills. Ability to perform frequent detailed tasks and provide immediate service with frequent interruptions. Ability to change and be flexible with work priorities. Strong problem-solving skills.

• Must exhibit critical thinking skills and possess the ability to prioritize workload.

• Position requires periodic travel within the Centers geographic region.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit packages available, including 1st Day medical coverage, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B, and educational assistance.

• Access to wages earned daily through Daily Pay.

• Ability to earn incentives through our Employee Referral program.

• Warm and supportive environment with a truly patient-centered focus.

• Comprehensive orientation and professional development opportunities.