Hospice/Palliative Medicine Physician

VITAS Healthcare; Cranberry Township (Butler County); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Home Care Physician to join their compassionate team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the medical care and treatment of patients, ensuring high-quality standards through collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. Your expertise in primary medical care and palliative medicine will be crucial in guiding staff and volunteers, while actively participating in clinical education and training. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of patients and families during their most challenging times. If you are passionate about providing exceptional care and support, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be a member in good standing on the medical staff of an accredited hospital.
• Knowledge of palliative medicine and symptom management is essential.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for medical care and treatment of patients by the hospice interdisciplinary team.
• Provides direction and guidance to staff and volunteers to maintain quality standards.

Skills

Knowledge of primary medical care principles

Knowledge of oncology

Knowledge of palliative medicine

Registration with the Drug Enforcement Agency

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of medicine

Board eligible/certified in Internal Medicine or Family Practice

Job description

Home Care Physician

The physician has the responsibility for the medical care and treatment of patients rendered by the hospice interdisciplinary team (IDT) and shall consult and cooperate with the patients' attending physicians. The physician provides direction and guidance to the staff and volunteers of the hospice IDT to assure the maintenance of quality standards of care for patients and families. Actively participates in the clinical education and training for hospice patient care, admissions, and administrative personnel.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Must be a member in good standing on the medical staff of an accredited hospital in the state where the hospice is located.
2. Knowledge of the principles and practice of primary medical care, with at least a working knowledge of oncology.
3. Knowledge of palliative medicine, with particular emphasis on controlling symptoms associated with terminal illness.
4. Registration with the Drug Enforcement Agency to write scheduled prescriptions.
5. Medical malpractice and liability insurance in amounts and with carriers satisfactory to VITAS.

EDUCATION

• Graduate of an accredited school of medicine or osteopathy with current license to practice in the state where the hospice program is located. Board eligible/certified in Internal Medicine, Family Practice, or other related specialty, with a working knowledge of the principles of palliative medicine and symptom management.