Internal Medicine - Geriatrics Physician

About the role

The incumbent will be responsible for providing clinical care for older adults in addition to interacting with learners. This position will join 5 faculty and 3 MSP staff physicians in the Division of Geriatrics, Hospice, and Palliative Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Consult on complex older adult patients and their broad range of illnesses, conditions and circumstances in the outpatient setting.
• Participate in the coordination of care in the outpatient setting.
• Serve as an effective teacher.
• Effectively communicate with patients, families, non-professional and professional caregivers as well as staff at institutions where patients reside.

Requirements

• Must possess an M.D. or D.O. degree.
• Board certified in Geriatric Medicine.
• Must be licensed in the state of California.

Qualifications

• Excellent understanding of the older adult care and the complexity of the health care system for older adults.
• Successfully work in multidisciplinary teams including nursing, pharmacy, social work and physical/occupational therapy.

Skills

• The ability to consult on complex older adult patients and their broad range of illnesses, conditions and circumstances in the outpatient setting.
• To participate with the coordination of care in the outpatient setting.
• To serve as an effective teacher.
• To effectively communicate with patients, families, non-professional and professional caregivers as well as staff at institutions where patients reside.

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis Health offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals.

Pay

Salary Range: $9,950 to $22,916.67
Salary Frequency: Monthly
Salary Grade: BYA
Payroll Title: ASC PHYSCN DIPLOMAT

Schedule

Shift Hours: Variable

Location

Campus

Union Representation

No

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hybrid/Remote/On-Site

On-site

Department Description

Our team of geriatric, hospice and palliative care experts provide interdisciplinary team-based care to improve the health and well being for frail, multicomplex older adults across care settings.

Position Information

Number of Positions: 1
Appointment Type: Contract
Percentage of Time: 100%

High Quality and Low-Cost Medical Plans

UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family.

Leave Benefits

• Maternity, Paternity, Family & Medical Leave
• 14 paid Holidays annually
• Vacation/Paid Time Off Sick Leave with unlimited accrual

Professional Development

Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth

Wellness and On-Site Employee Assistance Program

Access to free mental health services

Supplemental Insurance

• Additional life, disability, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage

Retirement Benefit Options

• Pension
• Other Retirement Saving Plans

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Carrying, Attendance, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching

Special Requirements

• Maintain confidentiality
• Work in non-smoking area
• Lift 50 pounds, sit for long periods of time, and work in a diverse atmosphere

Background Check and Drug Screen

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history, identity checks and drug screen.

Vaccination Programs

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.