PACE Medical Director

Overview

Apply today by sending your CV to Stacee Reed, Provider Recruiter at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).

Who we are looking for:
This position combines direct service with hands‑on administrative responsibilities for the PACE Medical Services for the UHC PACE program.

A Primary Care Physician passionate about community health and family medicine

A healthcare professional committed to working with underserved patient populations

Motivated and mission driven clinician who is looking to be part of our growth as well as their own

Clinicians whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to integrity, compassion, advocacy, respect and excellence – also known as our ICARE values

What we offer:

Modern facilities with state‑of‑the‑art equipment serving the needs of culturally diverse populations

Interdisciplinary approach to patient care

Culture emphasizing our team members health and well being as much as our patients’

Comprehensive compensation package, full malpractice coverage, great benefits and more

Exceptional and fulfilling quality of life

National and State Loan Repayment eligible

Where you will work:

UHC is a comprehensive health care organization of more than 40 primary care clinics in diverse locations in California’s Central Valley.

With the mission to provide accessible, comprehensive quality health care to everyone with compassion and respect, regardless of ability to pay.

Our team‑based approach to patient care means you are part of a care team passionate about working in community health.

UHC providers offer coordinated patient care thanks to a shared EMR system and other state of the art technology.

Where you will live:

Joining UHC means you will benefit from living in the heart of California where you can find endless sunshine, breathtaking natural scenery and vast agricultural bounty.

You can enjoy exploring one of the surrounding national parks, attend performing art events, concerts, festivals and rodeos.

Sample farm to table cuisine, the wine trail, the brewery district and eateries offering food with influences from cultures all around the world!

Who you will work for:

United Health Centers has been serving rural communities of the Central Valley since 1971 with a commitment to improving the health of our communities with a network of Health Centers offering comprehensive primary care and specialty care services. Our convenient locations provide beautiful state of the art facilities that reflect the rich and scenic splendor the valley.

Apply today by sending your CV to Stacee Reed, Provider Recruiter at

Summary:

Under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer, the PACE Medical Director oversees and directs PACE Medical Services for the UHC PACE program. Ensures compliance with Program of All‑Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) regulations, organizational requirements, and applicable Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations. The PACE Medical Director also provides primary medical care to participants at the PACE site, including assessment, and the development and evaluation of a plan of care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.

Essential Duties:

• The PACE Medical Director is responsible for the delivery of participant care, clinical outcomes, and for the implementation and oversight of the quality assessment and performance improvement program.
• Engages and collaborates with the Quality Improvement department to participate in data analysis, implement quality improvement initiatives, and follow through with assigned performance improvement processes.
• Provides direction and supervision to all PACE primary care providers and PACE contracted specialists. Ensures the quality of related primary care, nursing, and allied health services.
• The Medical Director is responsible for the development and maintenance of medical policies and procedures/standards and protocols. Ensures compliance with State, Federal, and local regulations associated with PACE program requirements, including Clinic Licensure, HIPAA, and Fraud Waste and Abuse.

PERFORMANCE AREA 1: PACE Medical Services

• Collaborates with CMO to…