The physician provides telehealth-supported, in-home care for frail, elderly, and medically complex patients, using advanced diagnostics and treatment to address acute symptoms and reduce hospitalizations. Care focuses on tailoring treatment plans, identifying readmission risks, and educating patients and families in problem-solving around their health needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct in-home evaluations for frail, elderly, and complex patients with acute medical needs.
- Use advanced diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities to assess and treat symptoms.
- Tailor treatment plans based on patient status and risk factors for readmission.
- Educate patients and families on care plans, symptom management, and problem-solving.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, including cross-trained paramedics, to coordinate care.
- Document and communicate care decisions clearly across the team and with patients.
- Support efforts to reduce hospitalization rates through timely, high-quality home-based care.
Required
- Medical degree (MD or DO).
- Training or experience in Hospital Medicine or Emergency Medicine.
- Comfort using online technology and virtual care tools.
- Strong communication skills for patient and family education.
Preferred
- Experience caring for frail older adults or medically complex patients.
- Background in fast-paced startup or innovative care environments.
- Interest in home-based care and interdisciplinary team-based practice.