Physician / Geriatrics / Texas / Permanent / Western Texas
International Medical Placement, Ltd.
None, TX, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
Sign-on, relocation and 30–35 days PTO plus stipend and incentives. BC/BE Geriatrician; outpatient-traditional or clinic-only; Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm (flexible); Western Texas; permanent position; preceptor role with Internal Medicine residents. - TX medical license
- Residency in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
- Fellowship in Geriatric Medicine
- BC/BE in Geriatrics
- Experience with outpatient geriatric care and multidisciplinary teams
Full description
Seeking a BC/BE Geriatrician for a Traditional or Outpatient only position
? Monday ? Friday 8am to 5pm but flexible on hours
? Clinic 4 ? days allowing item for admin duties.
? This role requires a deep understanding of age-related conditions, complex medical needs, and multidisciplinary care to manage chronic conditions, prevent disease, and improve quality of life.
? The ideal candidate will have an interest in both clinical excellence and medical education, particularly in training and mentoring Internal Medicine residents.
? Conduct comprehensive evaluations of elderly patients, including medical history, physical examination, cognitive and functional assessments.
? Diagnose and treat age-related conditions, including chronic diseases like hypertension, diabetes, osteoarthritis, and heart disease.
? Prescribe appropriate medications, keeping in mind polypharmacy concerns and potential drug interactions.
? Develop personalized care plans to manage chronic conditions and prevent hospitalization.
? Work closely with a team of healthcare providers, including nurses, social workers, physical therapists, and dietitians, to coordinate patient care.
? Communicate with family members or caregivers to ensure understanding of the patient's condition and treatment plan.
? Educate patients and their families about aging-related health issues, self-management techniques, and preventive care strategies.
? Promote healthy lifestyle choices, including diet, exercise, and social engagement, to maintain independence and improve quality of life.
? Perform screenings for common health issues such as depression, vision or hearing impairment, osteoporosis, and cancer.
? Focus on preventive health measures such as immunizations, falls prevention, and advanced care planning (e.g., advance directives, end-of-life discussions).
? Monitor patient progress through regular follow-up visits, adjust treatment plans as needed, and address any emerging health concerns.
? Manage transitions of care between different healthcare settings (e.g., from hospital to home) to ensure continuity
? Serve as a preceptor for Internal Medicine residents in outpatient geriatrics settings.
? Participate in the development and delivery of GME-related activities including didactics, bedside teaching, and curriculum planning in geriatric medicine.
? Competitive compensation model
? Relocation and sign-on
? Quality and production incentives
? Stipend
? Health, dental, and vision
? Retirement
? Annual CME allowance
? Time off of 30 days in the first year then 35 days after the first year
? Required: residency in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine and a fellowship in Geriatric Medicine, TX license
? Monday ? Friday 8am to 5pm but flexible on hours
? Clinic 4 ? days allowing item for admin duties.
? This role requires a deep understanding of age-related conditions, complex medical needs, and multidisciplinary care to manage chronic conditions, prevent disease, and improve quality of life.
? The ideal candidate will have an interest in both clinical excellence and medical education, particularly in training and mentoring Internal Medicine residents.
? Conduct comprehensive evaluations of elderly patients, including medical history, physical examination, cognitive and functional assessments.
? Diagnose and treat age-related conditions, including chronic diseases like hypertension, diabetes, osteoarthritis, and heart disease.
? Prescribe appropriate medications, keeping in mind polypharmacy concerns and potential drug interactions.
? Develop personalized care plans to manage chronic conditions and prevent hospitalization.
? Work closely with a team of healthcare providers, including nurses, social workers, physical therapists, and dietitians, to coordinate patient care.
? Communicate with family members or caregivers to ensure understanding of the patient's condition and treatment plan.
? Educate patients and their families about aging-related health issues, self-management techniques, and preventive care strategies.
? Promote healthy lifestyle choices, including diet, exercise, and social engagement, to maintain independence and improve quality of life.
? Perform screenings for common health issues such as depression, vision or hearing impairment, osteoporosis, and cancer.
? Focus on preventive health measures such as immunizations, falls prevention, and advanced care planning (e.g., advance directives, end-of-life discussions).
? Monitor patient progress through regular follow-up visits, adjust treatment plans as needed, and address any emerging health concerns.
? Manage transitions of care between different healthcare settings (e.g., from hospital to home) to ensure continuity
? Serve as a preceptor for Internal Medicine residents in outpatient geriatrics settings.
? Participate in the development and delivery of GME-related activities including didactics, bedside teaching, and curriculum planning in geriatric medicine.
? Competitive compensation model
? Relocation and sign-on
? Quality and production incentives
? Stipend
? Health, dental, and vision
? Retirement
? Annual CME allowance
? Time off of 30 days in the first year then 35 days after the first year
? Required: residency in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine and a fellowship in Geriatric Medicine, TX license
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