Post Acute Care Physician (SNF, Locum Tenens)
Location: Greeley, CO
Job Type: Locums
Company: Optigy Group
Salary: $0
Category: Physician
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The Post Acute Care Physician (SNF, Locum Tenens) opportunity offers a rewarding role for experienced providers dedicated to delivering high-quality medical care to senior patients in skilled nursing facilities. This full-time locum tenens position is with a reputable healthcare group that is known for prioritizing patient-centered, value-based care. Practicing in the thriving communities of Greeley and Fort Collins, CO, the Post Acute Care Physician (SNF, Locum Tenens) plays a crucial part in the comprehensive medical management of older adults, ensuring improved outcomes and quality of life.
As a Post Acute Care Physician (SNF, Locum Tenens), you will focus on providing attentive, relationship-driven care to a senior population in an exclusively outpatient, post-acute setting. The environment supports longer, impactful patient visits, allowing you to concentrate on prevention, holistic wellness, and value-based outcomes rather than volume. You will collaborate closely with an integrated care team that includes nurse practitioners, social workers, and care coordinators, leveraging a proprietary electronic medical record system designed to streamline communication and documentation.
Working as a Post Acute Care Physician (SNF, Locum Tenens) in Greeley and Fort Collins, CO, means joining a supportive and innovative clinical team. You will benefit from a robust onboarding process, ongoing support, and an organization committed to both patient and provider satisfaction. The assignment begins as an initial three-month locum tenens contract, with the possibility for extension or conversion to a permanent, full-time role based on performance and organizational needs.
Medical malpractice coverage, as well as travel and lodging expenses, are fully provided for the duration of the assignment, ensuring a seamless and focused experience for the provider. The position is ideal for physicians who are board-certified or board-eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine and who have a passion for geriatric or senior-focused care. An active Colorado medical license is required, or you must be eligible and willing to obtain one before starting.
Practicing in Greeley and Fort Collins, CO, offers the unique opportunity to serve diverse senior communities while enjoying the professional and personal growth that comes from working in a region known for its high quality of life and commitment to healthcare excellence. If you are passionate about making a lasting difference in the lives of older adults and are seeking a role where your expertise and compassion are valued, apply today for the Post Acute Care Physician (SNF, Locum Tenens) position by clicking the job application button.
Post Acute Care Physician (SNF, Locum Tenens) - Summary- Role focused on providing primary medical care in skilled nursing facilities
- Exclusive outpatient, post-acute setting working with a senior patient population
- Initial three-month locum tenens assignment with potential for extension or permanent placement
- Integrated care team environment using proprietary EMR
- Conduct comprehensive medical assessments and ongoing management of post-acute and long-term care patients
- Oversee care plans, coordinate with nursing and therapy staff, and communicate with patient families as needed
- Lead preventive and holistic care initiatives to improve patient outcomes
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and collaborate on patient care strategies
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation using the organization’s EMR
- Maintain compliance with clinical protocols and regulatory standards
- Competitive hourly compensation
- Medical malpractice insurance provided
- Travel and lodging expenses fully covered for assignment duration
- Potential for assignment extension or conversion to full-time employment
- MD or DO degree with board certification or eligibility in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
- Active Colorado state medical license or ability to obtain
- Experience or strong interest in senior care/geriatrics preferred
- Commitment to value-based, patient-centered care models
- Compassionate and relationship-focused with a strong commitment to elderly patient care
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills within multidisciplinary teams
- Adaptable to dynamic post-acute care environments and value-based care initiatives
- Self-motivated, organized, and committed to continuous professional growth
- Assignment located in Greeley and Fort Collins, CO, regions known for their supportive healthcare communities
- Opportunity to work with a leading provider group dedicated to innovative, senior-focused care
- Supportive onboarding and orientation process to ensure your success
- Click the job application button to submit your interest and join a team making a measurable difference in senior care
Optigy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.