Nurse Home Medical Director - Physician - Cohoes, NY

Join Our Team as a Physician Medical Director

We are looking for a dedicated and innovative Physician Medical Director to guide medical services at our facility in Cohoes, NY. This nursing home is nationally recognized for its pioneering Green House model in New York State, and we are eager to find someone who shares our commitment to compassionate, person-centered care.

Why Choose Our Facility?

Our nursing home has been honored as one of America's Best Nursing Homes in 2025 by a leading publication and stands as the largest Green House model campus in the United States. Key features include:

• 16 ranch-style homes, each accommodating 12 residents in a nurturing, family-oriented atmosphere.
• A non-institutional approach that prioritizes autonomy, dignity, and meaningful connections.
• A collaborative care team that includes physicians and nurse practitioners, along with on-site specialists in Podiatry, Psychiatry, Psychology, and Optometry.

This model encourages strong relationships between staff and residents, transforming the traditional nursing home experience into a truly home-like environment.

Position Overview

As the Medical Director, your responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing and coordinating medical care throughout the campus.
• Implementing and assessing resident care policies in line with current best practices.
• Collaborating with nursing, pharmacy, therapy, and administrative teams to deliver high-quality, integrated care.
• Engaging in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement initiatives.
• Acting as a clinical leader and mentor, fostering excellence in geriatric care.

Opportunity Highlights

• Flexible scheduling options available for both full-time and part-time candidates.
• Average of 12-14 resident visits per shift, including routine and sick visits.
• On-call responsibilities every 6-8 weeks (phone calls only for a week).
• Access to a wide range of support services within the facility, including specialists in Pulmonary, Physiatry, Psychology, Wound Care, and Podiatry.

Requirements

• Board Certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.
• Certification in Geriatric Medicine or Hospice & Palliative Care is preferred but not mandatory.
• Certified Medical Director (CMD) credential is preferred but not required.
• A strong passion for providing care to older adults in a collaborative, mission-driven setting.

Recruitment Package

We offer a comprehensive salary and benefits package, which includes:

• Annual compensation of $278,000.
• A starting bonus of $30,000.
• Relocation assistance.
• Excellent benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Paid malpractice insurance, including coverage after employment ends.
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) time and expense allowance.
• Paid time off from practice.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer matching.
• Loan repayment assistance, as our organization qualifies for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.