Primary Care Physician (Bilingual Spanish)

Job Description

As a Primary Care Physician at Esperanza Health Centers, you will be responsible for providing primary medical care services to older adult participants of the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) while emphasizing preventive care and healthy lifestyles. This role involves serving as a key member of the interdisciplinary team, coordinating care, and contributing to program planning both within the health center and the community.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage primary care medical practice in various settings including the PACE Center, participants' homes, and post-acute facilities.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans for each participant.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and utilization management within the PACE model.
• Maintain effective communication with partner facilities and providers for seamless care coordination.

Requirements

• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is essential.
• Board certification in primary care is mandatory, with a preference for certification or specialization in geriatrics.
• Valid physician license in Illinois and a driver's license with current automobile insurance.
• Prior experience working with older adults is highly preferred.
• Compliance with vaccination requirements for facilities where services are provided.

Esperanza Health Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) according to Title 44, Ill. Administrative Code, and Subpart C Section 750.150.