Medical Director - Stockton, CA, United States - Intelecox-inc

Description

Essential Job Duties:

Perform comprehensive assessments for participants and coordinate with the IDT to develop a comprehensive care plan for each participant

Be an engaged member of the IDT, communicating participant changes, collaborating on care planning arrangements, and coordinating 24-hour care delivery

Work collaboratively with network providers and other members of the IDT to ensure effective care coordination, particularly around hospital discharge, short-term, and long-term placement

Provide direction and guidance to Nurse Practitioners

Oversee participants' use of medical specialists and inpatient care

Participate in rotating night and weekend call

Oversee all care of participants in the nursing home, providing regular visits as dictated by PACE standards and participants' needs

Review outcome and utilization data, including adverse events, hospitalizations, and use of specialists, in collaboration with the IDT to identify opportunities for improved care and operations

Job Requirements:

Successful completion of a residency program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education

Master's degree/doctorate degree

Board Certification – Internal Medicine or Family Practice

Board Certification – Geriatrics preferred

Active California Physician License without restrictions

State CDS Certification and DEA Registration

Valid state driver's license with a clean DMV record

Copy of recent vehicle insurance required

Excellent clinical, organizational, and communication skills in settings with frail, elderly participants, their families, and the IDT

Current knowledge of chronic care/geriatric issues and best practices

SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS:

Board Certified in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Geriatrics

Licensed in California