Job Details
Job Location
Rockville, MD - Rockville, MD
Position Type
Per Diem
Description
Curana Health is a provider of value-based primary care services for the senior living industry, including skilled nursing facilities, assisted & independent living communities, Memory Care units, and affordable senior housing sites. Our 1,000+ clinicians serve more than 1,500 senior living community partners across 33 states, and Curana participates in various innovative CMS programs (including owned-and-operated Accountable Care Organizations and Medicare Advantage plans). With rapid year-over-year growth since our founding in 2021, Curana is setting a new standard in innovative care delivery for seniors with high-risk, complex clinical needs, many of whom have been historically underserved by the health care system. Our mission: To radically improve the health, happiness and dignity of senior living residents.
Position Summary
We are seeking a dedicated Primary Care Physician to join our team in building and managing a growing panel of patients within independent and assisted living facilities. In this role, you will have the unique opportunity to establish and nurture relationships with residents while overseeing their long-term and preventive care needs. You will work collaboratively with Curana Health's care teams and facility staff to deliver exceptional, consistent care in the convenience of the patients' residences.
Responsibilities

• Patient Panel Development : Build and maintain a dedicated patient panel by establishing relationships with new residents and managing ongoing care for established patients within assigned facilities.
• Direct Patient Care : Conduct comprehensive assessments, manage chronic conditions, and provide preventive care services for residents, ensuring continuity of care as their primary physician.
• Routine Rounds : Perform regular rounds at assigned facilities, addressing both chronic and acute health concerns.
• Care Coordination : Collaborate with facility staff, family members, and interdisciplinary teams to create and manage personalized care plans tailored to each resident's needs.
• Documentation and Compliance : Ensure accurate, thorough documentation in the EMR system, adhering to regulatory requirements and Curana Health's policies.
• Patient Education : Educate residents and their families on health management, preventive care, and available resources.
• Quality Assurance : Participate in quality improvement initiatives, analyzing performance metrics to continually enhance patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution
• Board Certification in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Geriatrics
• Active, Unrestricted Medical License in the state of practice
• DEA Certification and current BLS/ACLS certification
• Proficiency in EMR systems and timely documentation practices
• Strong Interpersonal and Communication Skills, with a commitment to patient-centered care

Why Curana Health?

• Build Your Patient Panel : Shape and manage your own panel, providing continuous and consistent care.
• Collaborative Care Environment : Join a dedicated interdisciplinary team, including APPs and care coordinators.
• Professional Growth : Benefit from ongoing education, clinical support, and involvement in quality improvement initiatives.
• Balanced Practice : Flexible scheduling with manageable patient panel sizes designed for sustainable, high-quality care delivery.

Curana Health is dedicated to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. We affirm, in policy and practice, our commitment to diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable or state law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances.
The EEO policy applies to all personnel matters as outlined in our company policy including recruitment, hiring, transfers, and general treatment during employment.