PACE Physician

Chapters Health•Fort Myers, FL

22h•$30,000 - $700,000

About The Position

The PACE Physician provides medical care to assigned patients in person, by telephone in communication with staff nurses, and in collaboration with ARNPs. The physician documents care in patient records in accordance with good medical practice and legal requirements, with documentation that supports billing codes. The role works collaboratively with Hope HealthCare Services employees, the public, and community physicians, and assists the Chief of Medical Services in maintaining 24/7 medical coverage for Hope facilities and services. The physician participates in medical staff and physician meetings as able, completes required continuing medical education, and attends assigned IDT meetings. The role follows federal and state laws regarding medication prescribing and represents Hope in a professional, positive, and customer-focused manner. Other duties may include special projects and additional tasks as assigned. The position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing following a conditional offer and ongoing compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy. Florida affiliate employees are submitted through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse to verify eligibility after a conditional offer and must maintain ongoing eligibility. Compensation pay range: $30,000.00–$700,000.00.

Requirements

Doctoral degree (M.D. or D.O.) from an accredited medical school.
Eligibility for membership on the medical staff of hospitals in the Hope HealthCare Services service area.
Unrestricted license to practice medicine in Florida.
Maintain board certification in the physician’s primary specialty.
Current DEA registration to prescribe controlled substances.
Registration with Medicare and Medicaid programs as a participating provider and a UPIN.
Valid Florida driver’s license with a good driving record, current automobile insurance, and reliable transportation.
Active BLS for healthcare professionals certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
Completion of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias Training through the Florida Department of Elder Affairs.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of primary medical care and palliative medicine.
Excellent communication skills by phone, email, and in person.
Flexibility to work at other locations if needed.
Consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment and ongoing compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.
For Florida affiliate services, eligibility verification through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse following a conditional offer and ongoing eligibility.

Nice To Haves

Certification of additional qualification in Geriatrics is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide medical care for assigned patients in person, by telephone communication with staff nurses, and in collaboration with ARNPs.
Document care in patient records in accordance with good medical practice and legal requirements, with documentation that supports billing codes.
Communicate collaboratively with Hope HealthCare Services employees, the public, and community physicians.
Assist the Chief of Medical Services in maintaining 24-hour, 7-day-per-week medical coverage for Hope facilities and services.
Participate in medical staff and physician meetings as able and complete mandatory continuing medical education activities.
Attend IDT meetings as assigned.
Follow federal and state laws regarding medication prescription.
Represent the company with integrity and professionalism and provide excellent customer service.
Complete responsibilities thoroughly, using good judgment, and seek assistance from the immediate supervisor when unsure about a task or responsibility.
Assist with special projects as requested and perform other assigned duties.