Internal Medicine - Geriatrics Physician

Upstate New York Geriatric Medicine Physician Opening - Less than 1 Hour from AlbanyDo you know someone that might be a good fit for this position? Please ask about our generous referral fees!Position SummaryA community hospital in Saratoga Springs, New York, is looking for a compassionate, dedicated Geriatrician to join its growing Geriatric Medicine team. The team is part of an IHI Age-Friendly Health System.The role is mainly outpatient, with extended appointment times. That leaves room to build real relationships with patients and caregivers and to tailor care to each person's goals, values and quality-of-life priorities. Most of the work happens in an outpatient consultative geriatric assessment clinic, and the physician will play a key part in the hospital's growing healthy-aging program.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide comprehensive outpatient geriatric assessments and consultative care for older adults with complex medical and social needsWork with the inpatient consultative geriatric service so patients move smoothly between settings and keep continuity of careConsult with community primary care providers on geriatric syndromes, polypharmacy, functional assessment, dementia care and advance care planningWork alongside APPs, case management, social work and other interdisciplinary teams on value-based, patient-centered careTeach family medicine residents and/or fellows, if interestedFacility & Group HighlightsIndependent, community hospitalNationally recognized for nursing excellence and patient safetyMultispecialty medical group of about 450 physicians and APPs, known for collegiality, shared governance and strong administrative supportPart of a regional, not-for-profit health system serving northeastern New York and western New EnglandCandidate RequirementsMD or DO, board certified or board eligible in Geriatric Medicine (trained in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine)Eligible for New York State licensureStrong clinical skills in diagnosing, managing and planning care for older adultsCommitment to value-based, patient-centered care with a consultative focusExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsInterest in innovation in Geriatric MedicineCompensation and BenefitsAnnual compensation range of $250,000-$280,000Sign-on bonus and moving expense stipend.Medical and prescription coverage, dental insurance, and vision insurance.403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions and a 457(b) nonqualified retirement plan.Employer-paid life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and long-term disability insurance.Flexible spending accounts for medical expenses and dependent care.CME stipend, professional dues, and professional liability coverage.Additional supplemental insurance options and employee discount programs.Employment with a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, which may support Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for qualifying participants.Location HighlightsExcellent schools, welcoming communities, outstanding restaurants, arts and entertainment30 minutes from Albany and Albany International AirportAbout three hours from New York City, Boston and MontrealMinutes from the Adirondacks, Lake George and Saratoga LakeHome to Saratoga Race Course, Saratoga Performing Arts Center and Saratoga Spa State ParkYear-round outdoor recreationRecruitWell's Core ValuesOpen communicationSense of urgencyTeamworkAccountabilityDriven to win