Primary Care Physician

This is a full time position in our El Cajon Clinic. Typical hours are 8:00AM - 4:30PM, Monday - Friday. 

Position Summary: Provides primary medical management in collaboration with other St. Paul’s PACE Physician(s) and providers. Performs initial and semi-annual assessments and performs additional physical assessments of participants as needed and develops and implements appropriate plans of care to St. Paul’s PACE program participants. Evaluates participant physical complaints and provides appropriate treatment. Provides participants and caregiver teaching and education. At the direction of the Medical Director functions
as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT). Rounds in the St. Paul’s PACE contracted nursing homes, Assisted Living facilities, Board and Care facilities and participants homes.. At the Direction of the Medical Director informs the IDT of the medical condition of each participant, remaining alert to pertinent input from other team members, participant’s caregivers, as well as documenting changes in a participant’s medical record consistent with documentation policies.

Basic Qualifications:

Education/Training/Certifications:
1. Certification as a MD, with the appropriate perspective authority
2. Current driver’s license and proof of insurance

Experience:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with the frail or elderly.

Medical Clearance:

• Employees must have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having direct participant contact.