Geriatric Physician
About the job
- Experience caring for patients with geriatric issues such as cognitive impairment or dementia, falls, polypharmacy, and goals of care.
- Ability to establish rapport and trust with older adults and their families.
- Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care to underserved populations.
- Valid California state medical license and Drug Enforcement Administration registration.
- Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine with board certification in internal medicine or family medicine.
- Basic Life Support certification.
- Provide primary and consultative direct medical care to geriatric patients, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute and chronic conditions.
- Lead the Senior Access and Geriatric Expansion interdisciplinary team, including a nurse and community health worker, to support patients and families with complex medical and social issues.
- Conduct routine screenings, preventive care, and health assessments for frailty, cognitive decline, polypharmacy, functional limitations, and goals of care.
- Collaborate with outside specialists and interdisciplinary team members to deliver person-centered care.
- Advocate for seniors’ health and wellness needs in the community and help patients navigate social services and community resources.
- Maintain accurate and timely patient-care documentation using electronic health record systems.
- Adhere to Federally Qualified Health Center regulations, standards, and guidelines.
- Provide mentorship and support to clinical staff and trainees regarding geriatric issues.
- Participate in quality improvement activities and collaborate with the leadership team to enhance patient outcomes.
- Participate in developing and implementing geriatric care protocols and primary-care best practices.
- Serve as a geriatric liaison to the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly for transitioning patients from the Federally Qualified Health Center to the program.
- Fellowship training in geriatrics or at least two years of experience caring for geriatric adults.
- Bilingual proficiency in Chinese, including Mandarin or Cantonese, Vietnamese, and/or another Asian language.
- Proficiency with EPIC electronic health records.
- Experience managing an interdisciplinary team.
- Experience in a community health or Federally Qualified Health Center setting.
About the company
Asian Health Services provides health, social, and advocacy support for people regardless of income, insurance, language, or culture. It runs primary care clinics and extends care beyond the clinic through community programs, aiming at whole patient health. Its offerings include prenatal wellness classes for expectant moms, IT classes for seniors, and monthly food distribution, all designed to reach people where they are. Unlike providers that focus only on clinical visits, Asian Health Services connects medical care with social and community services to address broader needs. The goal is to improve overall well-being and equity by making health and support services accessible to diverse communities.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Oakland, California
Founded
1974
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- The 2026 patient services conference drew nearly 1,000 attendees, signaling strong community demand.
- Oakland City funding awarded AHS $200,000 for youth leadership programming in 2026.
- HRSA-backed dental residency and teaching center deepen recruitment and training pipelines now.
What critics are saying
- Federal Medicaid work requirements from 2027 threaten AHS patients' coverage retention.
- PACE center fundraising still shows 0% of a $15 million goal, delaying opening.
- AHS depends on public grants like $2.3 million county mobile vaccination funding; renewal risk remains.
What makes Asian Health Services unique
- Oakland-based AHS serves 50,000 patients in nine Asian languages, built since 1974.
- AHS runs California's first FQHC-based dental residency, starting July 2026 in San Leandro.
- AHS is building Alameda County's first integrated FQHC-based PACE center, opening 2027.
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Health Insurance
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Vision Insurance
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Commuter Benefits
Long-Term Disability Insurance
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