Physician - Harrisburg

Senior LIFE • Steelton, PA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Senior LIFE is an innovative home and community based Medicare and Medicaid funded program which provides all-inclusive healthcare services and support to seniors living in the community. Senior LIFE makes it possible for seniors to remain at home, enjoying the comfort and reassurance of familiar surroundings while receiving the care they need. Senior LIFE staff live the mission of the program. Our team is committed to partnering with our seniors to remain at home through promoting open communication and shared decision making while providing excellent care and services.

Requirements

• graduates of accredited medical schools
• valid license to practice medicine in Pennsylvania
• minimum of one year’s experience working specifically with a frail/elderly population
• proven clinical leadership skills
• desire to work in a fast paced team environment

Nice To Haves

• A fellowship in geriatrics is preferred

Responsibilities

• Performing comprehensive histories and physicals on new referrals to determine the best course of care, while setting member-specific goals based on patient wishes, actions and prognosis
• Performing interval histories and physicals on existing members, completed in accordance with approved care schedules or as needed due to changes in medical status
• Evaluating and treatment episodic illnesses, and working with other interdisciplinary team members to ensure proper care in all areas
• Making specialist referrals for medical needs beyond the immediate scope of expertise, or when a second opinion is required/requested
• Admitting and/or co-managing members in the hospital, providing primary care/attending support in conjunction with the facility’s resident physicians/specialists
• Coordinating discharge plans for members leaving hospitals or other specialized care facilities, working in tandem with LIFE Center therapists, dieticians, transportation professionals and medical staff
• Effectively communicating with Senior LIFE staff, members and external family/caregivers to determine extended treatment plans and educate stakeholders accordingly

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees