Baylor College of Medicine and Department Summary:

The Section of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine is dedicated to excellence in patient care, education, and scholarly activities. Our physicians practice at Baylor Medicine Clinic and interact with colleagues at Baylor St. Luke's CHI Hospitals (Medical Center, Sugarland, Vintage, Woodlands), Harris Health System (Ben Taub Hospital and Smith Clinic) and the Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center.

Summary

The Section of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine is seeking an outpatient Geriatrics and Palliative Physician to provide services at the Baylor Medicine McNair clinic. Ideal candidates are patient-centered and committed to excellence in providing quality care in an outpatient setting.

Job Duties

• Positions are clinical with direct patient care for 9 sessions a week. 
• Provide medical care to adults in the outpatient care setting. Supervise residents, medical students, and other learners as needed.
• Coordinate with inpatient care teams for safe discharge of patients.
• Participate in any team meetings.
• Contribute to quality improvement and/or research projects.
• Keep up with continuing medical education as per college and specialty requirements.
• Renewing and meeting all required licenses and certification requirements.
• Familiarize with the Epic electronic medical records and document all patient encounters as needed.
• Complete all documentation in a timely manner so that billing and other administrative tasks can happen smoothly to ensure a robust operational system.
• Benefits include malpractice insurance, comprehensive medical/vision/dental coverage, retirement, funds for CME related activities, and shared administrative support.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education Requirement: MD, DO; Board Certified or board eligible.
• Licensure Requirement: Licensed by the Texas Medical Board.