Hospice Physician: Lead Comfort, Dignity & Care

Amedisys, Inc.; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

AMEDISYS HOME HEALTH in Sioux Falls, SD seeks a hospice physician to lead patient care focused on comfort, dignity, and family support. You will collaborate with nurses, social workers, chaplains and hospice aides to implement individualized plans addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

The role requires an MD or DO and active state license, CPR certification, and the ability to conduct home visits.

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Current, unencumbered license to practice in the relevant state.
• Membership in good standing on the medical staff of at least one contracted hospital.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation with agency-required liability insurance for home visits.
• Board certification in hospice and palliative medicine (preferred).
• Hospice Medical Director certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive, face-to-face assessments with patients and manage symptoms.
• Oversee admissions, discharges, certifications, recertifications and medication management.
• Assure evaluation, certification, and recertification of terminal prognosis at admission and end of each certification period.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to develop and update care plans.
• Remain available for acute clinical problems and on-call consultations, including hospital visits when indicated.
• Maintain open and empathetic communication with patients, families, and caregivers throughout the hospice journey.
• Coordinate care with other providers to ensure seamless transitions and continuity of care.
• Lead goals of care discussions with patients and families.
• Educate patients and families about hospice philosophy, treatment options, and end-of-life care.
• Serve as the physician or designee of the Professional Advisory Committee.
• Maintain thorough medical records and ensure regulatory compliance.

Education

MD or DO

State medical license

Hospital staff membership

CPR certification

Driver's license & liability insurance for home visits

Job description

AMEDISYS HOME HEALTH in Sioux Falls, SD seeks a hospice physician to lead patient care focused on comfort, dignity, and family support. You will collaborate with nurses, social workers, chaplains and hospice aides to implement individualized plans addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

The role requires an MD or DO and active state license, CPR certification, and the ability to conduct home visits.