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GeriatricianKaiser Permanente The Southeast Permanente Medical Group • Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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Geriatrician

Kaiser Permanente The Southeast Permanente Medical Group
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    Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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    Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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À propos

This job is intended for a physician to work with the Elder Care team in caring for Kaiser Permanente (KP) Georgia members 65 and older and those with Medicare needing special expertise of the team; the primary focus is on outpatient care, providing assessments, treatment, and recommendations for members with conditions common in older patients such as memory loss and falls. The physician will work closely with Geriatric RN Care Coordinator, Geriatrics and Palliative Care Clinical Pharmacist, and Geriatric Social Worker. Visits with patients will primarily occur in KP medical offices as face to face, virtual or telephonic visits. Complementing the Primary Care Physician (PCP), the physician in this position will treat and/or recommend care for patients' medical problems and chronic illnesses with emphasis on patients' quality of life and functional ability, including addressing home safety and counseling on end-of-life care and other topics as appropriate. This position is par-time, 20 hours/week and based at our Kaiser Permanente Sandy Springs Medical Office.

Major Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

  • Conducts telephone, virtual and office visits

  • Assesses, treats, and/or makes recommendations for care for patients referred to Geriatrics

  • Discuss and document goals of care discussion and advance directives as needed

  • Addresses clinical issues and develops medical aspects of care plan (included but not limited to recommendations regarding observations, lab tests, medications, referrals, ordering tests and prescribing medications as appropriate) to be shared with and further implemented by the patient's PCP, and others involved in patient's care to optimize the patient's overall health and functional status

  • Respond to MD Advice and Referrals in the in-basket in a timely manner and provide appropriate clinical feedback to the referring provider

  • Respond to e-consults from the PEEC clinic in a timely manner with recommendations appropriate to the patients' pre-surgical needs

  • Collaborate with other specialists such as Palliative Care, Neurology, Neuropsychology, Behavioral Health, and Clinical Pharmacy to provide comprehensive care when needed

  • Supervise Geriatric NP, review and sign off on notes, provide feedback on care plan as needed, sign off on prescribed medications and other orders

  • Provide education to Primary Care and other specialist regarding the care of the Geriatric patient as requested

Minimum Education and Experience:

  • MD/DO, post-graduate residency training, and board certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine

  • 1-year post-residency experience in caring for older patients in the outpatient and/or facility setting

  • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with older patients, their family members/caregivers, and non-physician health professionals

  • Ability to find personal fulfillment and joy in providing the best possible care and care experience to older members

  • Ability and willingness to travel to various locations for patient care

Preferred Education and Experience:

  • Fellowship in Geriatric Medicine

  • Subspecialty board certification in Geriatric Medicine (for Internal Medicine physicians) or Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) in Geriatric Medicine (for Family Medicine physicians)

  • 2 years post-residency experience in caring for older patients in the outpatient and/or facility setting

  • Experience in working with an interdisciplinary team

The Southeast Permanente Medical Group (TSPMG) is one of Georgia's largest independent, physician-owned, multi-specialty medical groups. More than 500 physicians and 150 associate practitioners work together in a unique integrated care model to provide high-quality care to over 300,000 Kaiser Permanente members. Care is delivered at 26 medical offices featuring state-of-the-art equipment, labs, imaging services, and pharmacies. We also provide surgical services and around the clock care at some of the area's top hospitals.

TSPMG offers a competitive salary, a generous retirement package, paid time off, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, long and short-term disability, relocation allowance, and more. We also offer numerous clinical and non-clinical learning opportunities and physician leadership development.

Atlanta, our home for more than 30 years, is a thriving metropolis that blends southern charm with modern art, music, and culture. Learn more about our beautiful southern city at .

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. We maintain a drug free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

  • Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Compétences linguistiques

  • English
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