Family Practice - Geriatrics Physician

Seeking a BC/BE IM or FM Physician for a unique opportunity to lead a novel geriatric service line in western Vermont.


Details:

• This new service will have a dual function to provide direct patient care and consultative/educational care for the local provider community.
• Fundamental responsibilities include:
  • Program design
  • Clinical care
  • Oversight of clinical operations
• Pertinent skills will include establishing and nurturing relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Additionally, employer provides exclusive medical care to three Level I Skilled Nursing and Subacute Rehabilitation facilities
• The position will serve a consultative and supportive role to the independent SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility) service line
• While the geriatric service line shares some clinical congruencies with the SNF service line, these services are structured as distinctive and independent services
• This leadership position reports to the Chief Medical Officer
• Services will be at a newly constructed facility

Knowledge, Education + Skill Requirements:

• Graduate from accredited medical school and FM/IM residency.
• Geriatric fellowship and subsequent Board certification recommended (not required).
• Related experience working with geriatric population.

• Very competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Retirement plans with employer match
• Generous vacation/CME time
• Malpractice provided
• Up to $10k in relocation expenses
• 4-day work week
• CME 1 week + $6,000
• Educational loan repayment

Area Highlights:

Living in this southern Vermont community offers a peaceful, small-town lifestyle surrounded by scenic mountains, lakes, and four-season outdoor recreation. Residents enjoy access to top-notch hiking, skiing, and fishing right in their backyard, as well as a supportive local arts and farmers market scene. Despite the rural setting, it s within easy driving distance of larger metro areas like Albany, NY;
Manchester, NH; and even Boston, MA, making day trips or weekend getaways convenient. The area also benefits from a strong sense of community, low crime rates, and a slower pace of life that appeals to both retirees and remote workers seeking balance and natural beauty.