Faculty Physician, Geriatrics, Long Term Care

Emory University•Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

Join the dynamic and growing Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology, practicing in one of the largest and most comprehensive health system in Georgia! The Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology is seeking a Geriatrician to support our long-term care resident center. Physicians with Emory Healthcare enjoy competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages. Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at [email protected] or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.

Requirements

Qualified applicants are board-certified/board-eligible in Geriatric Medicine and board certified/board eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
Possess outstanding clinical, technical, and interpersonal skills and training from top-rated institutions.

Responsibilities

Manage admissions, acute follow-ups, regulatory visits, and discharges.
Supervise APPs (NP and/or PA)
Precept trainees: geriatric fellows, palliative care fellows, family medicine or internal medicine residents
May participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and regulatory reviews
Engage in scholarly activities such as quality improvement or research projects related to quality metrics
Participate in Geriatric call pool (LTC, Geriatric Clinic and Domiciliary care)