Outpatient Geriatric Medicine Opportunity in Pinebrook/Mobile, AL

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Position Summary:

Join our collaborative care team dedicated to delivering exceptional geriatric medicine in Pinebrook/Mobile, AL. Our multidisciplinary team includes Physicians, Advanced Practice Professionals, Nurses, Social Workers, Case Managers, Care Coordinators, Medical Assistants, Behavioral Health Support, quality-focused Coders, Referral Coordinators, and more. This comprehensive support structure empowers our primary care physicians to reduce their patient load, allowing for more meaningful patient interactions and care.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and treat patients in accordance with established standards of care.
• Coordinate patient services, including specialty referrals, hospital and skilled nursing facility (SNF) coordination, durable medical equipment, and home health care.
• Actively engage with the care team during daily huddles, providing medical expertise and input.
• Collaborate with the Lead Physician and Center Administrator to foster a cooperative and professional practice environment.
• Complete daily medical record documentation, partnering with quality-focused coders to ensure comprehensive documentation.
• Adhere to policies and protocols set forth by Clinical Leadership.
• Meet regularly with the Lead Physician to discuss quality of care, review outcome data, and address medical record issues.
• Maintain a focus on direct patient care, balancing patient-facing time with necessary administrative responsibilities (meetings, etc.).

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited MD or DO program.
• Current, unrestricted medical license or willingness to obtain a medical license in Alabama; eligibility and willingness to secure licenses in other states as needed.
• Board Certification or eligibility to become certified (ABMS or AOA) in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Geriatric Medicine is preferred.
• Active and unrestricted DEA license.
• Medicare and Medicaid Provider Numbers.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and patients.
• Commitment to team-based care principles.
• Openness to learning and adapting to a value-based care model.
• Exceptional patient and customer service skills.
• Basic computer proficiency, including email and electronic medical records (EMR).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with HEDIS/STARS metrics.
• Understanding of CAHPS and HOS surveys.
• Experience in medically underserved and culturally diverse communities.
• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR).
• Experience with Medicare Advantage Global Risk Models.

Additional Information:

• Guaranteed base salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance effective the first of the month after your start date.
• CME allowance and time off.
• Occurrence-based malpractice insurance coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Minimal call responsibilities.
• Outpatient-only practice.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of our patients by providing compassionate and high-quality care. Apply today!