Physician – Family Practice Geriatrics Position Available In Charleston, South Carolina

Job Description:

Overview:

Our client is seeking a Physician to provide direct primary medicalcare to patients and supervise medical care personnel, includingPCP Nurse Practitioners, RNs, and Certified Medical Assistants. ThePhysician will deliver care within the Interdisciplinary Teamframework. Essential Duties Conduct comprehensive history and physical assessments for newreferrals. Perform interval history and physical exams for establishedparticipants, conducted quarterly or as needed. Evaluate and treat participants with episodic illnesses. Make referrals to Medical Specialists as necessary. Admit participants to the hospital when appropriate, providingprimary care responsibilities during hospitalization andcoordinating discharge planning with the IDT. Oversee the care of participants residing in nursing homes,including regular visits and communication with nursing homestaff. Engage in family conferences for care planning andimplementation. Coordinate 24-hour care delivery. Document participant changes accurately in medical records andcommunicates these changes to the IDT promptly. Participate in the IDT, attend staff meetings, and contributeto participant care planning. Stay updated on quality/clinical standards and best practicesfor the geriatric population. Contribute to Ethics and Quality Improvement Committees or workgroups as assigned.

What you must have:

Valid MD license in good standing to practice medicine in theState of practicing. Graduate of an accredited School of Medicine. Minimum of two years of clinical experience required. Experience working with a frail or elderly populationpreferred, or willingness to undergo appropriate training uponhiring. Knowledge of geriatric medicine and the special needs ofcomplex geriatric patients. Fellowship or additional training in Geriatrics preferred. Understanding of the culture and needs of socially andethnically diverse populations.