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Job Overview:We are seeking a dedicated Advanced Practice Provider to join our nonprofit partner in a new and exciting opportunity in their PACE program. The ideal candidate will provide specialized medical care to elderly patients, focusing on promoting healthy aging and managing age-related health conditions.
This is a rewarding opportunity that offers work/life balance in a collaborative, team-centric work environment. You will be able to build great rapport with your colleagues and patients!
Duties:– Conduct comprehensive assessments of geriatric patients’ health status- Develop personalized care plans tailored to each patient’s needs and goals- Manage and coordinate the treatment of medical conditions commonly seen in the elderly population- Prescribe medications and monitor their effectiveness and side effects- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care for geriatric patients
-Manages primary care medical practice in PACE Center and in participants’ homes- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:– Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant Program- Active, unrestricted certification
– Working experience with the geriatric population
– Must possess valid driver’s license and documentation of current automobile insurance.- Strong communication skills and empathy when interacting with elderly patients and their families
– Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 – $121,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Geriatrics
- Internal Medicine
- Primary Care
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Geriatrics: 1 year (Required)
Language:
- Spanish (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Chicago, IL (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Chicago, IL: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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