Geriatric Medicine - Medical Director Opportunity
Company: National Medical Association
Location: Mishawaka
Posted on: March 19, 2023
Job Description:
Geriatric Medicine - Medical Director Opportunity Trinity Health
Details Posted: 24-Feb-23Location: Mishawaka, IndianaSalary:
OpenCategories: Physicians/Surgeons Internal Number: 675348
OPPORTUNITY HIGHLIGHTSSaint Joseph PACE has an excellent full time
employment opportunity for a Board Certified Family Medicine or
Internal Medicine physician and Fellowship trained, Board Eligible
or Certificate of Added Qualifications in Geriatric Medicine to
become Medical Director of a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the
Elderly (PACE) located in Mishawaka, Indiana.The Medical Director
provides general medical direction and supervision of the medical
aspects of participant care, and is responsible for the delivery of
participant care, clinical outcomes, and oversight of the Quality
Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) program. The Medical
Director is responsible for the development and maintenance of
medical policies and procedures/standards and protocols and
provides direction and supervision to related Primary Care
Providers (PCPs). The Medical Director provides leadership and
guidance to the program colleagues and providers in the local
community.Candidates must be Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
residency trained and Board Certified in Family Medicine or
Internal Medicine and Board Eligible or already hold a Certificate
of Added Qualifications (CAQ) in Geriatric Medicine. Additional
requirements include a minimum of one year of documented experience
working with a frail or elderly population (in addition to the 12
months of Geriatric fellowship training), previous supervisory
experience, and a Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS) certificate
and DEA registration. Candidates must also have strong clinical
assessment and problem-solving skills and exceptional interpersonal
and communication skills.This is an exciting opportunity for the
right Geriatric Medicine physician to be part of Saint Joseph
Health System.
RECRUITMENT PACKAGESaint Joseph PACE provides a competitive
compensation and benefit package that complements this opportunity
for personal growth and professional advancement.ABOUT THE
FACILITYSaint Joseph PACECenter offers coordinated clinical and
rehabilitative services. It also allows participants to visit,
socialize, make new friends and build meaningful relationships with
doctors, nurses and other program participants. Transportation to
and from the PACE Center is provided for participants. At the Saint
Joseph PACE Center participants receive physician and nursing care,
physical, occupational and recreational therapies, lights snacks
and a hot lunch, nutritional counseling, social worker services and
personal care. Medical care is provided by a PACE doctor familiar
with the history, needs and preferences of each participant. Care
and services.Trinity Health PACEis the largest provider of PACE
(Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) services in the
country with 13 PACE Organizations operating in nine states. PACE
is designed to provide the entire continuum of care and services to
frail seniors, helping them to maintain their independence in their
home and community for as long as possibleTrinity Health PACE
organizations are nationally recognized providing comprehensive
medical, health, recreational, and social services designed
specifically for each participant in an effort to promote
independence at home.To receive PACE services individuals must meet
the following conditions:
- Be at least 55 years old
- Live is the PACE service area
- Be able to live safely in the community with assistance
- Meet the state's nursing facility level of carePACE
Organization's use an interdisciplinary team approach to provide
all health, medical and social services necessary to restore and
preserve the participant's level of well-being. IDT's are composed
of a primary care physician, nurse, social worker, physical
therapist, occupational therapist, recreational therapist or
activity coordinator, dietitian, PACE center supervisor, home care
liaison, health workers/aids, or their representatives, and drivers
or their representatives.IDT evaluates the needs of each individual
and develops an individualized plan of care (POC) consistent with
the participant's goals and needs. During a center visit,
participants may be seen in the clinic for a medical evaluation,
the gym for PT or OT exercises, and participate in the recreational
activities of the day. They receive a light breakfast and a full
lunch while in the center. The fleet of transportation vehicles are
available to transport to the center, to home or to any external
provider visits. Depending on the situation, a participant may have
home care aides, home nursing visits or a house call from their
Primary Care Provider. All services are focused on maintaining the
participant in the community and as independent as possible.Trinity
Health PACE Organizations are located in the following states:
- Alabama - Mercy LIFE of Alabama
- Delaware - Saint Francis LIFE
- Indiana - Saint Joseph PACE
- Massachusetts - Mercy LIFE of Massachusetts
- Michigan - LifeCircles PACE
- New Jersey - LIFE at Lourdes & LIFE St. Francis
- New York - Catholic Health LIFE & Eddy Senior Care
- North Carolina - LIFE St. Joseph of the Pines
- Pennsylvania - LIFE St. Mary, Mercy LIFE-SEPA and Mercy LIFE -
West PhiladelphiaTrinity Health PACE is a member of Trinity Health,
the second largest Catholic Health System in the nation. Trinity
Health is based in Livonia, Michigan.COMMUNITY DESCRIPTIONSouth
Bend/Mishawaka, Indiana- located 80 miles east of Chicago is the
commercial and industrial metropolitan center of North Central
Indiana with a population of more than 240,000. Comfortably nestled
along the meandering banks of the St. Joseph River, South
Bend/Mishawaka is a beautiful community with plenty of history,
tradition and a wealth of cultural, recreational, sporting, and
entertainment opportunities.St. Joseph County is a leader in
industrial and manufacturing business opportunities technology
development, which combines to offer excellent opportunities to its
residents and new comers alike. St. Joseph County provides a
family-friendly environment and convenient living, with easy
regional access to its parks, bike and pedestrian walkways,
regional beaches, lakes and many cultural activities. The South
Bend Regional Airport makes traveling convenient and the South
Shore Line train makes daily runs to Chicago for less than the cost
of parking. Indianapolis is a three-hour drive due south on US 31
and the sand dunes and shores of Lake Michigan are less than an
hour's drive away.Known for the legendary University of Notre Dame,
the region boasts several colleges and universities, along with
multiple reputable public and private school systems. In addition
to plenty of sports and recreation, South Bend offers world-class
attractions, culture and arts including community museums, theatre,
symphony, and more - all the cultural advantages of a larger city
combined with small town warmth and charm.South Bend/Mishawaka
offers four full seasons of beautiful springs, comfortable summers,
colorful autumns, and invigorating winters, which makes it the
ideal place to live.For more information on South Bend/Mishawaka
and Plymouth, Indiana, visit www.exploresouthbend.orgABOUT TRINITY
HEALTHTrinity Health is one of the largest multi-institutional
Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation. We serve
people and communities in 22 states from coast to coast with more
than 90 hospitals and 100 continuing care facilities - including
home care, hospice, PACE and senior living facilities and programs
that provide nearly two and a half million visits annually. Trinity
Health employs more than 133,000 colleagues, including 7,800
employed physicians and clinicians.Our mission: We, Trinity Health,
serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and
transforming healing presence within our communities. We support
this mission by living our core values of Reverence, Commitment to
Those Who are Poor, Justice, Stewardship, and Integrity. Committed
to recruiting talented physicians, we are looking for physicians
who share our values and want to help us fulfill the health care
needs of the communities we serve.At Trinity Health, we value the
physician relationship and focus on partnering with our physicians.
Whether you are a practicing physician looking to relocate or a
medical resident, we offer opportunities with the flexibility to
fit your individual needs. If you would like to be part of Trinity
Health, we encourage you to explore this opportunity at
www.trinity-health.org .If you are interested in this opportunity
and would like to submit your CV, please email
docopps@trinity-health.org or call Trinity Health Physician
Recruitment at (734) 343-2300. Create a Job Alert for Similar Jobs
About Trinity Health Trinity Health is one of the largest
multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the
nation. We serve people and communities in 22 states from coast to
coast with more than 90 hospitals and 100 continuing care
facilities - including home care, hospice, PACE and senior living
facilities and programs that provide nearly two and a half million
visits annually. Trinity Health employs more than 133,000
colleagues, including 7,800 employed physicians and clinicians. Our
mission: We, Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the
Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within
our communities. We support this mission by living our core values
of Reverence, Commitment to Those Who are Poor, Justice,
Stewardship, and Integrity. Committed to recruiting talented
physicians, we are looking for physicians who share our values and
want to help us fulfill the health care needs of the communities we
serve. At Trinity Health, we value the physician relationship and
focus on partnering with our physicians. Whether you are a
practicing physician looking to relocate or a medical resident, we
offer opportunities with the flexibility to fit your individual nee
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