Geriatrician

The VA Central California Health Care System is seeking a dedicated Home-Based Primary Care (HBPC) physician to provide expert care for veterans in the outpatient setting and in their residences. In this role, the physician collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive primary care, serve as a clinical consultant, and assist with acute and chronic rehabilitation. Physicians joining the VA enjoy a rewarding career balancing patient-centered care with true work-life harmony in Fresno, California.

Practice Info

• Practices in the outpatient setting of the Central California Health Care System and in the residence of the client
• Works collaboratively with other interdisciplinary team members

Responsibilities

• Assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and outcome measures of healthcare issues
• Providing medical care for patients with acute and chronic health problems
• Delivering preventive medical care including screening and vaccinations
• Following up with additional home visits as appropriate
• Collaborating with nursing personnel in the care of patients
• Serving as a consultant to nursing and medical staff for patients with complex treatment or care needs in the home
• Providing quality care and patient education, participating in research activities, and assisting patients in acute and chronic rehabilitation techniques

Compensation

• $235,000–$275,000 per year

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription health insurance (coverage begins Day 1)
• Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) government-backed pension
• Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) retirement savings with up to 5% VA match
• Social Security benefits
• 26 annual leave days, 13 sick days, 11 federal holidays, and up to 5 CME days
• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): Up to $200,000 tax-free loan repayment
• Free malpractice coverage, including tail coverage
• Life insurance
• CME reimbursement