Our client is seeking a permanent Gerontologist to join their team in Northern Louisiana. This full-time position is an opportunity to practice in a health center providing a wide range of medical, dental, and behavioral health services. They are accepting AMG and FMG candidates. Also willing to sponsor if there is a need.

Our client is seeking a permanent Gerontologist to join their team in Northern Louisiana. This full-time position is an opportunity to practice in a health center providing a wide range of medical, dental, and behavioral health services. They are accepting AMG and FMG candidates. Also willing to sponsor if there is a need.

Responsibilities of the Gerontologist include:

• Provide comprehensive medical services for family members based on continuous performance of duties irrespective of age or sex.
• Review patient chart and maintain record for allergies, medical problems, medications and immunization status.
• Solicit and record information related to patient’s medical history.
• Examine patients for symptoms and physical information before prescribing medicine.
• Order and execute various tests, analysis and diagnostic images to acquire information on patient’s condition.
• Study and analyze reports and findings of tests and examination and diagnoses patient’s condition.
• Diagnose and prescribe medical treatments.
• Determine and provide medication, dosage and schedule having patient’s condition and allergies.
• Inform patient about any possible side affects to medication or immunization.
• Write and administer vaccinations to immunize patient from communicable diseases.
• Suggest patients about diet, hygiene, and methods for prevention of disease to promote good health.
• Refer patient to medical specialist for consultant services if needed for better treatment.
• Ensure follow up with patient regarding progress in high risk or emergency cases.

Minimum Job Requirements of the Gerontologist:

• BC/BE in Gerontologist
• Louisiana medical license or eligible

Compensation:

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Competitive salary
• Generous PTO / CME

For this position and/or other permanent physician positions nationwide, please feel free to apply with your updated CV.