Geriatric Medicine Medical Director for Wilmington, DE (Perm) - Wapiti Medical Staffing

 
Trinity Health PACE at Saint Francis LIFE has an excellent full-time employment opportunity for a Board Certified Family Medicine or Internal Medicine physician with fellowship training or Certificate of Added Qualifications in Geriatric Medicine to become Medical Director of a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) located in Wilmington, DE.

Job Description:

• Under the supervision of the Executive Director.
• Provides general medical direction and supervision of the medical aspects of participant care
• Responsible for the delivery of participant care, clinical outcomes, and oversight of the Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) program. 
• Responsible for the development and maintenance of medical policies and procedures/standards and protocols
• Provides direction and supervision to related Primary Care Providers (PCPs) and APPs.
• Provides leadership and guidance to the program colleagues and providers in the local community
• Need to have a driver's license, proof of insurance, and means of transportation
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), in addition to basic knowledge of email, calendaring systems, and other software as required to perform the essential functions of the job
• Excellent organizational, customer service, flexibility, and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to travel within the region periodically as needed
• Conduct history and physical on new participants and event-based and periodic reassessments. Develop medical treatment plan and provide medically necessary services in the range of locations in which participants may reside.
• Interview and evaluate applicants to PACE Organization and their caregivers and participate in the Intake and Assessment decision.
• Discuss each participant's medical conditions and prognosis with him/her and their caregiver to assist them in expressing their wishes and planning their future care.
• Execute assignments in a culture that is shared and collaborative across all divisions within TH PACE.
• Collaborate in the nursing treatment program of participants.
• Establish and/or maintain as a member of the leadership team a plan to achieve operating goals.
• Participate as an active member of PACE Organization interdisciplinary team. Educates and advises the team regarding the implications of diagnoses, cognitive and physical function and treatment options.
• Participate in team and family conferences and decision-making processes.
• Educate participants and families regarding health maintenance and their chronic medical conditions, in cooperation with nursing staff.
• Supervise the health care and treatment program as developed by the interdisciplinary team.
• Perform physical examinations, order and evaluate appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests, and record results in a systematic manner.
• Effective skills in physical assessment and chronic disease management for frail older adults.
• Desire to work in a creative alternate health care setting.
• Able to manage changing priorities according to participant needs.
• Participates in provider on-call rotation as required.
• Minimum of 1 year experience working with the frail or elderly population is required.
• Not accepting visa candidates
• Provider must be interested in Perm (not accepting Locums)
• See attached "Practice Description" for full job description

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

• Board Certified in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
• Board Certified in Geriatrics (Fellowship-trained) or Certificate of Added Qualifications in Geriatric Medicine (to be completed prior to start) - HIGHLY PREFERRED
• DE license (or willing to obtain) 
• Clean Malpractice - HIGHLY PREFERRED
• CDS Certification (by time of start) 
• DEA (by time of start) 
• BLS (by time of start)
• Minimum of 1 year experience working with the frail or elderly population (add to "Experience" field) 
• Previous supervisory experience (add to "Experience" field) 

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• BLS
• Board Certified
• Board Eligible
• Controlled Substance (CSR/CDS)
• DEA

STATE LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• Delaware

ADDITIONAL LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 1 year working with the frail or elderly population

 ABOUT THE FACILITYAbout St. Francis LIFE:
LIFE at St Francis Healthcare is a part of Trinity Health PACE.  Trinity Health PACE programs are nationally recognized for providing high quality, comprehensive care in the communities we serve.  We are one of the largest PACE providers in the country and a part of Trinity Health, which is one of the largest not for profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation.  

Trinity Health PACE programs offer continuous, quality care to the elderly, allowing them the independence of living at home. Seniors who qualify for nursing home care alternatively have the option to receive comprehensive care from an interdisciplinary team of experts, all focused on improving participants’ health.

At our centers, seniors receive clinical and rehabilitation therapy and build relationships with doctors, nurses and fellow participants – all under one roof.

We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

Our core values:  Reverence, Commitment to Those Who are Poor, Safety, Justice, Stewardship, Integrity

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

About the Community:
Wilmington’s status as Delaware’s largest city and economic engine gives us a big city feel while our scale and walkability preserve some small-town charm.

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