Staff Physician - Medicine, Geriatrics and Gerontology

The Division of Geriatrics in the Department of Medicine is seeking a dedicated Staff Physician to join our team. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide medical care to patients in various outpatient settings across Dade and Broward County.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans that address biological, psychological, and sociocultural needs.
• Perform thorough physical assessments and prescribe appropriate medical treatments and medications.
• Collect accurate patient information from medical records, patient interviews, family members, and other healthcare professionals.
• Collaborate with Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) and support staff to provide high-quality patient care.
• Refer patients to specialists as needed and counsel them on diet, hygiene, and preventive healthcare.
• Participate in training, in-service programs, and a 24-hour coverage schedule, including after-hours phone calls and hospital coverage.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all federal and state regulations.
• Ensure accurate and organized documentation of all services rendered.

Qualifications:

• Education/Certification: M.D. in a relevant field. Board Certified in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine. Board Certified or Eligible in Geriatrics (certification required within 2 years of hire).
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in a related field.
• Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and collaboratively, and handle confidential information with discretion.

Work Environment:

• Outpatient clinical settings across multiple locations in Dade and Broward County.
• Collaborative environment with opportunities for professional development and ongoing education.

Additional Information:

• Must be willing to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
• Will maintain an active hospital practice and represent UHealth facilities in the community.
• This position requires adherence to university and unit-level policies and safeguarding of university assets.

Join our dynamic team and contribute to providing exceptional care to our geriatric patients. If you are passionate about making a difference and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply!

The University of Miami is considered among the top tier institutions of higher education in the U.S. for its academic excellence, superior medical care, and cutting-edge research. At the U, we are committed to attracting a talented workforce to support our common mission of transforming lives through teaching, research, and service. Through our values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity and Teamwork (DIRECCT) we strive to create an environment where everyone contributes in making the University a great place to work. We are one of the largest private employers in Miami-Dade County; home to more than 17,000 faculty and staff from all over the world.