Physician, Post Acute - Institutional Special Needs Plan (Las Vegas, NV)
CareMore Health · Nevada, United States · 1 wk ago
Healthcare$211k–$317k/yrFull-time
How Will You Make An Impact & Requirements
- Sign-on Bonus: Primary Care Physician – ISNP (Institutional Special Needs Plan) Las Vegas, NV
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality primary care services to ISNP members with complex chronic conditions in institutional settings (e.g., SNF/LTC).
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including admission evaluations, routine follow-ups, and acute visits as clinically indicated.
- Develop and manage individualized care plans, including chronic disease management and preventive care interventions.
- Provide timely diagnosis and treatment while aligning with evidence-based guidelines and CareMore clinical protocols.
- Care Coordination & Transitions of Care
- Coordinate care with nurses, care managers, social workers, specialists, facility staff, and other interdisciplinary team members.
- Manage transitions of care including post-acute follow-ups, hospital discharges, readmission prevention, and medication reconciliation.
- Collaborate with patients and families to support care goals, advanced care planning, and health education.
Documentation & Compliance
- Ensure accurate, thorough, and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Complete required documentation supporting quality, risk adjustment, and program compliance.
- Follow all regulatory requirements and internal policies related to CMS, ISNP standards, and institutional care.
Quality, Outcomes & Value-Based Care
- Support achievement of clinical and quality outcomes including preventive screenings, chronic disease measures, and patient experience.
- Participate in initiatives aimed at reducing avoidable emergency department visits, readmissions, and total cost of care.
- Contribute to continuous improvement efforts through participation in clinical reviews, team huddles, and process improvement work.
Professional Practice & Team Collaboration
- Demonstrate clinical leadership and act as a trusted partner to the care team and facility partners.
- Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences, care planning meetings, and clinical operations discussions as needed.
- Maintain a culture of compassion, respect, accountability, and excellence in patient care.
Minimum Qualifications
- MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
- Completion of an accredited residency program in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Geriatrics (preferred).
- Current, unrestricted medical license in the state of practice (or ability to obtain).
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine.
Preferred Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience providing primary care to seniors and/or medically complex populations.
- Experience providing care in institutional settings such as Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF), Long-Term Care (LTC), Assisted Living or post-acute environments.
- Knowledge of value-based care models, Medicare Advantage, HEDIS, Stars, and risk adjustment/HCC documentation.
- Comfort working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary care model.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills with patients, families, and facility partners.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Primarily facility-based and/or field-based in institutional settings.
- May require travel between assigned facilities and/or CareMore locations.
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk throughout the workday and perform required patient assessments.
- Ability to work with standard office and clinical equipment.
Core Competencies
- Patient-centered care with a commitment to service excellence.
- Clinical quality and evidence-based decision making.
- Strong collaboration and interdisciplinary teamwork.
- Accountability and integrity.
- Efficient documentation and attention to detail.
- Adaptability in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Compensation
$211,369.00 to $317,053.00