Hospice Physician

Crest Palliative Care; San Antonio (TX); Sur place; USD 180 000 - 250 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Training & development

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Résumé du poste

Crest Palliative Care of San Antonio, TX is seeking a compassionate Hospice Physician to join our team. You will provide medical oversight and direct patient care for hospice patients in diverse settings, guiding care plans with an interdisciplinary team and family discussions.

The role emphasizes end-of-life care, symptom management, and collaborative decision-making within a patient-centered philosophy. Texas licensure and DEA are required; hospice certification is preferred and training is

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Active and unrestricted Texas medical license or eligibility to obtain one.
• Board certification or eligibility in Hospice and Palliative Medicine preferred.

Responsabilités

• Provide comprehensive medical oversight and direct patient care for hospice patients in various care settings.
• Conduct initial assessments, certifications, and recertifications of terminal illness for hospice eligibility.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including nurses, social workers, and chaplains to develop individualized care plans.
• Manage pain and symptom control using evidence-based palliative medicine practices.
• Communicate with patients, families, and caregivers regarding goals of care, prognosis, and end-of-life planning.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings to review and update patient care plans.
• Provide on-call physician support and respond to urgent clinical needs as required.

Connaissances

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Patient-centered care

Formation

MD/DO degree

Texas medical license or eligibility

Board certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine preferred

Outils

DEA license

Description du poste

Benefits:

• Training & development
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule

About the Role:

Crest Palliative Care is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Hospice Physician to join our team in San Antonio, TX. This is a meaningful opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of patients and families during life's most important moments. If you are a physician driven by purpose and patient-centered care, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive medical oversight and direct patient care for hospice patients in various care settings
• Conduct initial assessments, certifications, and recertifications of terminal illness for hospice eligibility
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including nurses, social workers, and chaplains to develop individualized care plans
• Manage pain and symptom control using evidence-based palliative medicine practices
• Communicate with patients, families, and caregivers regarding goals of care, prognosis, and end-of-life planning
• Participate in interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings to review and update patient care plans
• Provide on-call physician support and respond to urgent clinical needs as required

Requirements:

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
• Active and unrestricted Texas medical license or eligibility to obtain one
• Board certification or eligibility in Hospice and Palliative Medicine preferred
• Experience in hospice, palliative care, or end-of-life medicine strongly preferred
• DEA license and ability to prescribe controlled substances
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a patient-first mindset
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary care team

About Us:

Crest Palliative Care is a trusted provider of hospice and palliative services in the San Antonio, TX area, dedicated to delivering dignified, compassionate care to patients and their families. Our patients choose us for our commitment to comfort, respect, and personalized end-of-life support. Our team members thrive in a culture that values empathy, professional growth, and the meaningful work of caring for others.