Geriatric Specialist (N)
Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association · Boston, MA · 1 mo ago
On-siteOTHR$198k–$279k/yrFull-time
Job Summary The Geriatrician acts as the primary physician for geriatric and other patients across multiple clinical settings, collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary team including specialists, nurse practitioners, and therapists. Key responsibilities include conducting medical examinations, assessments, diagnoses, and treatments for long-term, post-acute, inpatient, and outpatient care. They prescribe medications, refer patients to specialists, and coordinate patient care activities. Additional duties involve documenting patient encounters, participating in quality improvement initiatives, training medical students and residents, and contributing to health promotion and preventive programs. The role requires adherence to safety standards, meeting productivity benchmarks, and participating in on-call rotations. Qualifications include an MD or DO with internal medicine or family practice training, valid Massachusetts medical license, board certification in internal or family medicine, and preferably geriatric medicine certification. Experience in senior care, inpatient settings, and team collaboration is essential. This on-site role offers a salary range of $197,901 to $279,389.