Senior Access Geriatric Expansion (SAGE) Physician
Asian Health Services•Oakland, CA
•Onsite
About The Position
Asian Health Services (AHS) is seeking a Provider to join our team at a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) as part of our Senior Access and Geriatric Expansion (SAGE) clinic. The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing high-quality care to elderly populations, particularly those facing complex health challenges. You will have extended time during clinic to see your patients and will work within a multidisciplinary team to ensure that our senior patients receive comprehensive, culturally competent care aimed at improving their quality of life.
Requirements
- Experience in caring for patients with geriatric issues such as cognitive impairment/dementia, falls, polypharmacy, and goals of care
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish rapport and trust with older adults and their families.
- Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care to underserved populations.
- Valid state medical license and DEA registration in California
- MD or DO with board certification in internal medicine or family medicine
- Basic Life Savings (BLS) certification
Nice To Haves
- Fellowship training in Geriatrics or at least 2+ years of experience taking care of geriatric adults
- Bilingual in Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese), Vietnamese, and/or any Asian languages
- Proficiency with EPIC (EHR).
- Experience in managing an interdisciplinary team
- Experience in a community health or federally qualified health center setting is preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Provide both primary and consultative direct medical care to geriatric patients, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of both acute and chronic conditions
- Lead the SAGE interdisciplinary team, which includes a nurse and community health worker, to provide support for patients and families on addressing unique complex medical and social issues
- Conduct routine screenings, preventive care, and health assessments to identify issues such as frailty, cognitive decline, polypharmacy, functional limitations, and goals of care.
- Work collaboratively with outside specialists and other interdisciplinary team members across the organization (nurses, social workers, care coordinators, mental health providers, etc) to deliver person-centered care
- Advocate for seniors’ health and wellness needs within the community and assist in navigating social services and community resources
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care using electronic health record (EHR) systems
- Adhere to all FQHC regulations, standards, and guidelines to ensure compliance and optimal care delivery
- Provide mentorship and support to other clinical staff and trainees, fostering an environment of learning and professional growth around geriatric issues.
- Participate in quality improvement activities and collaborate with the leadership team to enhance patient outcomes
- Participate in the development and implementation of new geriatric care protocols and best practices in primary care
- Serve as a geriatric liaison to the AHS Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) for transitioning care of patients from FQHC to PACE
Benefits
- On-call employees does not qualify for company benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
