Physician Home Care & Inpatient

VITAS Healthcare; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

VITAS Healthcare in Houston, Texas is seeking a qualified medical professional focused on palliative care for their hospice program. Applicants must hold a medical degree from an accredited institution, possess a current license, and have knowledge around oncology and palliative medicine.

This role involves working with terminally ill patients, emphasizing symptom management and quality of life. A strong understanding of malpractice laws and insurance is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be a member in good standing on the medical staff of an accredited hospital in the state.
• Knowledge of primary medical care and oncology.
• Understanding of palliative medicine focusing on terminal illness symptoms.

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of medicine or osteopathy

Board eligible/certified in Internal Medicine, Family Practice, or other related specialty

Job description

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a member in good standing on the medical staff of an accredited hospital in the state where the hospice is located.
• Knowledge of the principles and practice of primary medical care, with at least a working knowledge of oncology.
• Knowledge of palliative medicine, with particular emphasis on control symptoms associated with terminal illness.
• Registration with the Drug Enforcement Agency to write scheduled prescriptions.
• 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 in 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.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE

• EOE/AA M/F/D/V