Job Summary

Corewell Health West Medical Group is seeking a BC/BE Geriatrician or Internist (with demonstrated experience in geriatrics) to join our team specializing in the care of our elderly and medically frail population at Corewell Health West in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Enjoy a high level of clinical, clerical, and administrative support while developing your Geriatric practice.

Highlights Include:

Nationally ranked Geriatrics ProgramPhysician Led Medical GroupSix board certified physicians and a team of highly experienced advance practice providersEstablished Team Based Model of CareAcute Care for Elders (ACE) inpatient unitIndustry leading home-based primary care programStrong relationships with skilled nursing facilities, retirement communities, and our local PACE programOne of the nation’s only integrated Post-Acute Service LinesAggressive plans for continued growth to meet the needs of the communityFlexible practice to meet your professional interestsStructured leadership development availableTeaching institution allows for work with medical students, residents, and fellowsValue Based Care initiatives in progress with Priority Health, system owned health planEssential Functions

Assesses and monitors the medical needs of patients/significant others.Provides quality medical services to patients in a cost effective, appropriate manner and ensures coverage of case load at all times.Provides input into the development of policies and procedures as they related to medical practice and quality patient care.Provides oversight of Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners and others providing delegated services to patients.Evaluates patients'/significant others'/staff educational needs and develops and implements appropriate teaching strategies or delegates to appropriate resources.Documents in a manner consistent with regulatory standards.Communicates with other members of the health care team in order to ensure continuity of care and coordination of services. Acts as a patient/family advocate.Participates in ongoing process improvement activities through the development/application of clinical paths, process improvement and other related activities.

Actively works with Spectrum Health to meet financial and patient satisfaction goals.

Qualifications

Required Bachelor's DegreeLIC-Physician (MD) - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required OrLIC-Osteopathic Physician (DO) - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire requiredCRT-DEA Registration - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire requiredCRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 120 Days required OrCRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 120 Days requiredCRT-Adv Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - AHA American Heart Association If required by specialty or stress test performed 120 Days required

Physical Demands

Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 50 lbsWaist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 50 lbsWaist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbsWaist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 5 lbsBilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbsUnilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbsPushing Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 25 lbsPulling Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 20 lbsSitting: OccasionallyStanding: FrequentlyWalking: FrequentlyForward Bend - Standing: OccasionallyForward Bend - Sitting: OccasionallyTrunk Rotation - Standing: OccasionallyTrunk Rotation - Sitting: OccasionallySquat: SeldomStair Climbing: SeldomCrawling / Kneeling: SeldomReach - Above Shoulder: OccasionallyReach - at Shoulder or Below: OccasionallyHandling: OccasionallyForceful Grip > 5 lbs: OccasionallyForceful Pinch > 2 lbs: OccasionallyFinger/Hand Dexterity: FrequentlyVisual Acuity ¹
[None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom

Primary Location

SITE - 7751 Byron Center - Byron Center

Department Name

Geriatrics - LTC - CHMG West

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

8-5

Days Worked

M-F

Weekend Frequency

Variable weekends

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An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

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