Physician Leader (MD /DO) Value-based Geriatric Primary Care
HarmonyCares is a leading national value-based provider of in-home primary care services for people with complex healthcare needs. Headquartered in Troy, Michigan, we operate home-based primary care practices in 14 states, employing over 200 primary care providers to deliver patient-centered care under an integrated, team-based, physician-driven model.
About the role
This Monday-Friday (no weekends/evenings) leadership position divides your week between clinical oversight of a small geriatric panel and leading a group of Advance Practice Providers. You will serve as the clinical leader responsible for the performance of your pod team, including diagnosis accuracy, quality, patient experience, affordability, safety, and productivity.
Responsibilities
- Act as on-site supervising Physician for assigned APPs and Physicians (collaborating physician), ensuring total collaborative agreements do not exceed state regulations.
- Participate in at least one ride-along with all collaborative APPs per quarter.
- Provide complex patient visits as needed for each APP under supervision.
- Collaborate with clinical team members (Community Health Workers, Medical Social Workers, Nurse Navigators, Care Managers, Patient Care Coordinators, etc.).
- Develop and participate in APP clinical development (evidence-based care, professionalism, etc.).
- Lead and participate in high-risk huddles, ensuring all patients discussed have a documented plan of care including all care management team members.
- Build a team-based culture and work collaboratively with clinical team members.
- Conduct 10 chart audits per month or per state regulations, whichever is higher.
- Act as a resource for clinical team members regarding patient care questions/concerns and participate in difficult conversations with patients/family members as requested.
- Routinely conduct panel reviews with APPs.
- Sign DME, death certificates, and other orders as needed on behalf of APPs (as regulated by state).
- Frequently review Quality metrics and pod-level performance to identify areas for improvement, leading to superior HEDIS performance.
- Review clinician capacity and productivity performance; partner with Site Medical Directors to develop and implement countermeasures when providers are off track.
- Work collaboratively with the Regional Medical Director (RMD) to identify opportunities for care improvement.
- Assist with service inquiries, resolution of patient complaints, and requests for the Pod as needed.
- Help pod providers achieve higher EMR efficiency.
- Participate in patient care for your assigned panel and other patients as needed (high-risk or complex patients, physician face-to-face requirements, cognitive assessments, etc.).
- Lead clinical education regarding accurate diagnosis, documentation, and management of chronic conditions.
- Assist with compliance and HR resolutions.
- Responsible for discipline actions and performance reviews for direct reports.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Regional Medical Director related to clinical pod performance and outcomes.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree.
- Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy.
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
- Active CPR Certification.
- Unrestricted DEA.
- Completion of an accredited Residency Program.
- Unrestricted Medical License.
- Board certification required for all newly hired or promoted physicians on or after January 1, 2026; must obtain and maintain certification in accordance with organizational and applicable regulatory standards.
Preferred Qualifications
- 3 years of experience as a Physician collaborating with Advance Practice Providers.
- Experience in Geriatrics or complex patients.
Benefits
- Significant bonus potential based on team performance and outcomes.
- Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance.
- 401K Retirement Plan (with match).
- CME and Tuition Reimbursement.
- Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Volunteer Time.
- Paid Orientation and Training.
- No holidays or weekends.
- No hospital rounds.
- A+ Rated Malpractice Coverage with Tail Coverage.
- Mobile diagnostic service and state-of-the-art technology.
Pay
Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related considerations. The posted pay range for this role is $260,000 – $290,000 per year.
Schedule
Monday-Friday (no weekends or evenings).