Primary Care Physician - Geriatrics

Community LIFE•McKeesport, PA

1d•$195,000 - $235,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Community LIFE is changing the way our communities view aging. We are a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly, which integrates population health management and comprehensive health and social services (operating as LIFE – Living Independently for the Elderly). Community LIFE is committed to helping seniors stay at home safely for as long they are able. Our program brings the region’s experts in geriatric medicine and care together to work as a team in specialized Day Centers, to help older adults enjoy the highest quality of life possible. Our wide range of services are designed to meet the varied needs of seniors, and include medical care, social services, meals, activities, transportation and much more. You can read more about the PACE model of care here [https://www.npaonline.org/pace-services].

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of medicine.
Completion of residency in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.
Current license to practice medicine in Pennsylvania (MD or DO).
Current DEA license.
Medicare provider enrollment.
Valid PA driver’s license.
A minimum of one year of primary care experience with a frail or elderly population.
Geriatric Assessment and management of co-morbidity.
Effective listening and communication skills with patients, families and IDT members.
Clear and complete documentation.
Effective Team skills including but not limited to reliability, active listening, positive approaches, courtesy and respect in line with Community LIFE Mission and Values statements.

Nice To Haves

Fellowship training in geriatrics

Responsibilities

Periodic and episodic assessment and management of individual participants’ medical conditions.
Oversight of participants' use of medical specialists and inpatient care.
Seeing 4-6 patients per day in the on-site clinic, plus occasional visits to homes or SNFs.
Working as part of an Interdisciplinary Team to assess, plan care for, and provide service to frail, elderly participants.