Family Practice - Geriatrics Physician
At a glance
Family Medicine Physician role posted by Covelo Direct LLC, a recruiter. Springfield, MA · full-time · up to $250,000 a year.
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What you'll do
- Provide primary care to PACE participants, from assessment and diagnosis through treatment and follow-up
- See patients for routine and urgent concerns, manage chronic illness, and arrange specialty care when needed
- Build individualized care plans with nursing, social work, rehabilitation, behavioral health, and other team members
- Join team discussions and care-plan reviews, while keeping clinical records accurate and timely
- Provide culturally and linguistically appropriate care to participants, and take part in on-call coverage as needed
What you bring
- An MD or DO from an accredited institution
- Board certification or eligibility in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
- An active Massachusetts medical license, or eligibility to obtain one
- Fluency in Spanish
- Geriatric, long-term care, or PACE experience is highly preferred
Who this fits
This role suits a physician providing primary care to older adults in a PACE program. It is full-time, Monday through Friday, with a 40-hour workweek in Springfield, Massachusetts. You’ll work with an interdisciplinary team and may join an on-call rotation as needed.
From the recruiter
Job Title: Primary Care Physician (Spanish-Speaking) PACE Program
Location: Springfield, MA
Schedule: Monday-Friday, Full-Time (40 hours/week)
Compensation: Up to $250,000 annually, based on experience
About the Role
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Spanish-speaking Primary Care Physician to join our interdisciplinary team within a PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program in Springfield, MA. This role focuses on providing high-quality, person-centered primary care to an elderly population, supporting their health, independence, and overall well-being.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary care provider for PACE participants, delivering comprehensive medical care, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up.
- Conduct routine and acute visits, manage chronic conditions, and coordinate specialty care as needed.
- Collaborate closely with the PACE interdisciplinary team (nursing, social work, rehab, behavioral health, and others) to develop individualized care plans.
- Participate in team meetings, case discussions, and care plan reviews.
- Provide culturally and linguistically appropriate care to Russian-speaking participants.
- Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.
- Participate in on-call rotation as needed (if applicable).
Qualifications
- Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine; Geriatric certification is a plus.
- Active Massachusetts medical license (or eligibility to obtain).
- Fluency in Spanish required; additional languages a plus.
- Experience with geriatric care, long-term care, or PACE programs highly preferred.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and patient-centered care skills.
Benefits
- Competitive salary up to $250,000, commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, and retirement plans.
- Continuing education support and professional development opportunities.
- Collaborative, mission-driven work environment focused on improving the lives of older adults.