Hospice Team Physician - Clinical Leader (Hybrid)

AccentCare; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

AccentCare is seeking a dedicated Hospice Team Physician to provide clinical leadership and medical expertise as part of an interdisciplinary hospice care team. This physician will support patients with terminal illnesses, partnering with attending physicians to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.

The position offers a hybrid schedule in San Diego, CA with a salary of $67,500 - $75,000 annually for 8 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed MD or DO in the state of practice.
• Active DEA license required.
• Valid driver's license.
• Strong understanding of hospice and palliative care.
• Familiarity with hospice regulations and Medicare requirements.
• Board certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine preferred.
• Five+ years of clinical experience and program oversight (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Serve as clinical leader within the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) for care planning.
• Provide medical care for hospice patients including symptom management.
• Develop and update individual Plans of Care with the team.
• Complete certifications and face-to-face attestations per regulations.
• Collaborate with Attending Physicians and families on care plans.
• Participate in on-call coverage for 24/7 physician availability.
• Support admissions, recertifications, revocations and discharges.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation in a timely manner.

Skills

MD/DO licensed

DEA license active

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Hospice/palliative care knowledge

Education

MD or DO

Board certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Preferred)

Job description

AccentCare is seeking a dedicated Hospice Team Physician to provide clinical leadership and medical expertise as part of an interdisciplinary hospice care team. This physician will support patients with terminal illnesses, partnering with attending physicians to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.

The position offers a hybrid schedule in San Diego, CA with a salary of $67,500 - $75,000 annually for 8 hours per week.