Hospice Team Physician – Palliative Care Leader

Delaware Hospice; Dover, Newark, Milford (DE, DE, DE); On-site; USD 240,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive pay

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Mileage reimbursement

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Certification fees reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Referral programs

Wellness contests

Job summary

Delaware Hospice in Dover, DE is seeking a full-time Team Physician to lead palliative and dementia care across inpatient and homecare settings. The role includes medical leadership for interdisciplinary teams and collaboration with other physicians to ensure high-quality end-of-life care.

The position emphasizes education, adherence to hospice regulations, and participation in community outreach, with a supportive benefits package and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Delaware licensed doctor of medicine or osteopathy.
• Experience in end-of-life illness, symptom management, and pain management; emotional support for patients and families.
• Willing to provide both homecare and inpatient services.
• Certified by the Academy of Hospice and Palliative Care Physicians is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical leadership and consultation for palliative and dementia care teams.
• Support inpatient unit and homecare teams as backup medical provider.
• Contribute to staff education and community education initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state hospice regulations.

Skills

Medical leadership

Team collaboration

Palliative care

Education delivery

Education

MD/DO

Delaware medical license

Job description

Delaware Hospice in Dover, DE is seeking a full-time Team Physician to lead palliative and dementia care across inpatient and homecare settings. The role includes medical leadership for interdisciplinary teams and collaboration with other physicians to ensure high-quality end-of-life care.

The position emphasizes education, adherence to hospice regulations, and participation in community outreach, with a supportive benefits package and opportunities for growth.