In-Home Health - Physician (Full Time)- Bridgeport, CT at CVS Health

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

  • MD/DO with active medical licenses in coverage area(s) (multi-state licenses preferred)
  • Experience with Signify Health In-Home Health Evaluations, in-home visits, or similar format (preferred)
  • Provide 40 hours of availability weekly, consistently providing 160+ capacity units per month
  • Execute a strong visit completion rate, consistently pacing 110+ completed visits per month
  • Execute a collaborating physician agreement, partnering with and overseeing Signify Health-contracted nurse practitioners or physician assistants (fulfilling all state-by-state requirements)
  • Be trained and credentialed for all health plan clients and lines of business in primary coverage state(s)
  • Consistently engage with regular manager, team, and clinical meetings
  • Be accountable to Signify Health operational, clinical, and member experience key performance indicators and metrics
  • Conduct Video Visits as needed (maintain training, affiliation, and compliance with Video Visit requirements; regular training required)
  • Maintain training and complete all diagnostic and preventive service (DPS) products as directed (regular training required)
  • Maintain all required supplies and associated diagnostic equipment related to DPS offerings
  • Be flexible to travel locally and within licensed states (may require hotel stay, car rental, and/or flight up to 20% annually)
  • Ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, push, pull, and lift up to 20 pounds of supplies (including iPad, medical supplies, and scale)
  • Accommodate field observations and/or “ridealong” experiences, as requested

Responsibilities

  • Conduct pre-scheduled in-home visits with health plan members (Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, and certain commercial plan members), traveling primarily locally within a designated metro area (e.g., Fairfield, New Haven counties; majority of visits weekdays between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m.)
  • During approximately 45-minute visits, perform medication and medical history review, physical evaluation, and (if ordered by health plan) additional diagnostic tests (e.g., diabetic eye exams, spirometry)
  • Use pre-populated, patient-specific forms for each evaluation (no prescribing medicine, ordering lab tests, or altering treatment regimens required)

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

In-Home Health EvaluationsMedicare AdvantageMedicaidCommercial Health PlansClinical AssessmentsPatient EngagementNurse Practitioner OversightPhysician Assistant OversightMDDO

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for this In-Home Health Physician position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this a remote position or does it require in-person work?

This is not a remote position; it requires conducting pre-scheduled in-home visits with health plan members, traveling primarily locally within a designated metro area such as Fairfield and New Haven counties in Bridgeport, CT.

What are the key requirements and skills needed for this physician role?

Candidates must be MD/DO with active medical licenses in coverage areas (multi-state preferred), trained and credentialed for health plans, able to oversee nurse practitioners or PAs via a collaborating physician agreement, and physically capable of sitting, standing, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 20 pounds.

What is the company culture like at CVS Health and Signify Health?

CVS Health emphasizes building a world of health with dedicated, purpose-driven colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care in a connected, convenient, and compassionate way, focusing on engaging with people to help them on their journey to better health.

What makes a strong candidate for this In-Home Health Physician role?

Strong candidates provide 40 hours of weekly availability for 160+ capacity units and 110+ completed visits per month, have experience with in-home evaluations (preferred), maintain multi-state licenses, and are flexible with local travel up to 20% annually including possible hotel stays or flights.

CVS Health

Comprehensive pharmacy and healthcare services

About CVS Health

CVS Health operates a large network of retail pharmacies and walk-in medical clinics across the United States, providing a variety of health-related products and services. Their offerings include prescription medications, over-the-counter health products, and beauty items, as well as pharmacy benefits management and specialty pharmacy services. CVS Health's integrated business model allows them to serve individual consumers, businesses, and communities effectively, with a focus on improving health outcomes and reducing healthcare costs. Unlike many competitors, CVS Health combines pharmacy services with medical care, making it easier for patients to access quality healthcare. The company's goal is to enhance access to healthcare and support individuals in achieving better health.

Woonsocket, Rhode IslandHeadquarters
1963Year Founded
DEBTCompany Stage
Healthcare, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Company Equity
Wellness Program
Professional Development Budget
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays

Risks

Legal challenges related to opioid prescriptions could harm CVS's reputation and finances.
The DOJ's intervention in a whistleblower lawsuit may increase legal costs for CVS.
The Horizon Organic Milk recall exposes potential vulnerabilities in CVS's supply chain.

Differentiation

CVS Health operates over 9,600 retail pharmacies and 1,100 walk-in clinics nationwide.
The company integrates pharmacy benefits management with specialty pharmacy services for comprehensive care.
CVS Health offers tailored medication plans through personalized medicine and pharmacogenomics.

Upsides

Expansion of telehealth services allows CVS to reach more patients remotely.
Increased consumer interest in wellness boosts demand for CVS's health-related products.
The trend towards value-based care aligns with CVS's integrated healthcare approach.

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