ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Independently provides care for patients with acute and chronic illnesses encountered in older adult patients. Takes full accountability for patient care and outcomes and appropriately seeks consultation from specialists when needed, while remaining involved in the detailed care of the patient. Engages with the hospitalist whenever one of their patients is in hospital (regardless of whether the hospitalist works for ChenMed or not). Responsible for assessment, diagnosis, treatment, management, education, health promotion, care coordination and documentation for patients with acute and complex chronic health needs. Leads their care team consisting of a care promoter (medical assistant), care facilitator and care coordinator for patients able to come to the office. For patients unable to come to the office – in hospital, SNF, LTC or homebound – engages with the transitional care team and others, including case managers, acute and transitional‑care physicians, and other resources that may be available depending on the market. Leads Super Huddle (SH) and Transforming Care Meeting (TCM) weekly, and supports Center Manager/Center General Manager when the clinical leader is not available, per guidance from Market Chief Medical Officer. Fills in as needed for center clinical leadership needs, including monitoring daily center census as part of joint center accountability for outcomes. Plays an active role in the management of the center and assists in covering for other providers who may be unavailable. Participates in recruiting patients for the center and recruiting and interviewing additional providers for the company as required. Manages, mentors and coaches PCPs in the assigned center to deliver outstanding clinical outcomes, including participation in other PCPs’ daily huddles and leadership rounding. Partners with Center Operations Director/Market General Manager to drive continued improvement of center financial performance and increase center membership. Performs other duties as assigned and modified at manager’s discretion. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, plus a variety of other applications used in the company. Ability and willingness to travel locally as needed in their market, and nationally for initial training (2 weeks) and occasionally regionally and nationally for recruiting or training purposes. Fluency in English, verbal and written. Fluency in other languages may be required for specific centers. Requires use and exercise of independent judgment. Flexible to work evenings, weekends and/or holidays as needed. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE CRITERIA
MD or DO in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics, or similar specialty required. Current, active MD licensure in the state of employment required. Minimum of 1‑year clinical experience in geriatric, adult or family practice setting preferred. Board certification in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics or similar specialty preferred; board eligibility required. Must maintain board certification through necessary MOC, CME and/or retaking board exams as required. Current DEA number for schedule II‑V controlled substances required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross required within the first 90 days of employment. PAY RANGE
$238,832 – $341,189 (base hourly rate or base annual full‑time salary; final compensation may vary by experience, education, location and other factors). EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Employees enjoy comprehensive benefits, career development and advancement opportunities, plus a healthy work‑life balance.
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