? [Only 24h Left] Geriatrician
Company: Kaiser Permanente The Southeast Permanente Medical
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: November 3, 2025
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Job Description:
This job is intended for a physician to work with the Elder Care
team in caring for Kaiser Permanente (KP) Georgia members 65 and
older and those with Medicare needing special expertise of the
team; the primary focus is on outpatient care, providing
assessments, treatment, and recommendations for members with
conditions common in older patients such as memory loss and falls.
The physician will work closely with Geriatric RN Care Coordinator,
Geriatrics and Palliative Care Clinical Pharmacist, and Geriatric
Social Worker. Visits with patients will primarily occur in KP
medical offices as face to face, virtual or telephonic visits.
Complementing the Primary Care Physician (PCP), the physician in
this position will treat and/or recommend care for patients'
medical problems and chronic illnesses with emphasis on patients’
quality of life and functional ability, including addressing home
safety and counseling on end-of-life care and other topics as
appropriate. This position is par-time, 20 hours/week and based at
our Kaiser Permanente Sandy Springs Medical Office. Major
Responsibilities/Essential Functions: - Conducts telephone, virtual
and office visits - Assesses, treats, and/or makes recommendations
for care for patients referred to Geriatrics - Discuss and document
goals of care discussion and advance directives as needed -
Addresses clinical issues and develops medical aspects of care plan
(included but not limited to recommendations regarding
observations, lab tests, medications, referrals, ordering tests and
prescribing medications as appropriate) to be shared with and
further implemented by the patient’s PCP, and others involved in
patient’s care to optimize the patient’s overall health and
functional status - Respond to MD Advice and Referrals in the
in-basket in a timely manner and provide appropriate clinical
feedback to the referring provider - Respond to e-consults from the
PEEC clinic in a timely manner with recommendations appropriate to
the patients’ pre-surgical needs - Collaborate with other
specialists such as Palliative Care, Neurology, Neuropsychology,
Behavioral Health, and Clinical Pharmacy to provide comprehensive
care when needed - Supervise Geriatric NP, review and sign off on
notes, provide feedback on care plan as needed, sign off on
prescribed medications and other orders - Provide education to
Primary Care and other specialist regarding the care of the
Geriatric patient as requested Minimum Education and Experience: -
MD/DO, post-graduate residency training, and board certification in
Internal Medicine or Family Medicine - 1-year post-residency
experience in caring for older patients in the outpatient and/or
facility setting - Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate
with older patients, their family members/caregivers, and
non-physician health professionals - Ability to find personal
fulfillment and joy in providing the best possible care and care
experience to older members - Ability and willingness to travel to
various locations for patient care Preferred Education and
Experience: - Fellowship in Geriatric Medicine - Subspecialty board
certification in Geriatric Medicine (for Internal Medicine
physicians) or Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) in
Geriatric Medicine (for Family Medicine physicians) - 2 years
post-residency experience in caring for older patients in the
outpatient and/or facility setting - Experience in working with an
interdisciplinary team The Southeast Permanente Medical Group
(TSPMG) is one of Georgia’s largest independent, physician-owned,
multi-specialty medical groups. More than 500 physicians and 150
associate practitioners work together in a unique integrated care
model to provide high-quality care to over 300,000 Kaiser
Permanente members. Care is delivered at 26 medical offices
featuring state-of-the-art equipment, labs, imaging services, and
pharmacies. We also provide surgical services and around the clock
care at some of the area’s top hospitals. TSPMG offers a
competitive salary, a generous retirement package, paid time off,
health, dental, vision, and life insurance, long and short-term
disability, relocation allowance, and more. We also offer numerous
clinical and non-clinical learning opportunities and physician
leadership development. Atlanta, our home for more than 30 years,
is a thriving metropolis that blends southern charm with modern
art, music, and culture. Learn more about our beautiful southern
city at . We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will
be considered for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, veteran, or disability status. We maintain a drug and
nicotine free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse
testing.
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