Physician (Geriatrics)

Job Number: 4761

Workplace Type: Field Remote

Position Title: Extensivist

External Description:

Overview of the Role:

The Hospitalist is a licensed Physician who provides services to the senior patient population.  S/he will see, treat, and manage patients primarily in the hospitals. S/he will see patients in hospitals, very occasionally, in patient homes as well and SNFs.

Responsibilities:

• See, treat, and co-manage patients (high risk, frail population) in the hospitals primarily, and very occasionally- home visits.
• Perform daily rounds (M-F) on all Alignment patients in hospital.
• Communicate daily with covering hospitalist and specialty teams.
• Coordinate care with hospital and Alignment care managers to ensure smooth transitions from the hospital to post-acute care settings.
• Work with other clinicians and Case Managers to ensure all patients are seen daily.
• Conference call with Alignment Case Managers to review patients, and discuss the discharge needs and plans.
• Across all settings of care, create a comprehensive and coordinated plan of care which considers information from medical records, the patient and their families, primary care physicians, and specialists as necessary:
• Medical records to be completed in a timely fashion. (Clinic visit notes on the day of the visit.)
• Complete History & Physicals within 24 hours of inpatient admissions.
• Coordinate discharge plans with the Care Management Team on the day of discharge.
• Communicate with patients or their families/care givers and the Primary Care Physician during the admission about the plan of care and any changes in the patient’s health condition.
• Work with the Case Management Team to ensure the member is supported when care is transitioned from one setting to the next.
• Participate in weekly complex case management multidisciplinary meeting.
• Develop and communicate recommendations to AHC leadership to continuously enhance care delivery system
• Perform other administrative duties as deemed necessary 

Required Skills and Experience

• 2-3 years of Hospitalist, Family Practice, or Internist experience preferred but will also consider graduating residents and fellows.
• Medical Doctorate (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.); Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Residency
• Medical License in the state in which you are applying; DEA license, must be board certified or board eligible in specialty
• Career interest in management preferred.
  

Pay Range: $206,000.00 - $309,000.00 annually.

City: San Jose

State: California

Location City: San Jose

Location State: California

Community / Marketing Title: Physician (Geriatrics)

Company Profile:

By leveraging our world-class technology platform, innovative care delivery models, deep physician partnerships and our serving heart culture, Alignment Health is revolutionizing health care for seniors! From member experience professionals and clinicians, to data scientists and operations leaders, we have built a talented and passionate team that is deeply committed to our mission of transforming health care for the seniors we serve. Ready to join us?

At Alignment, delivering exceptional care to seniors starts with ensuring an exceptional experience for our over 1,300 employees. At the center of our employee experience is a culture where employees at all levels and across all teams are encouraged to share their unique ideas and perspectives. After all, when you can bring your authentic self to work, whether that’s in a clinical setting, our corporate office or a home office, creativity and innovation flourish! Another important part of the Alignment culture is a belief in continuous learning and growth. As a result, in this fast-growing company, you will find ample support to grow your skills and your career – with us.

EEO Employer Verbiage:

 

Please note: All clinical positions are contingent upon successful engagement with Alignment Health’s COVID-19 Vaccination program (fully vaccinated with documented proof or approved exception/deferral).

Alignment Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

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