Physician (Palliative/Hospice Medical Director)

Nahse; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

The Iowa City Department of Veterans Affairs is hiring a Hospice & Palliative Medical Director to lead clinical care for Veterans with serious illnesses. This full-time position requires a medical degree, board certification, and offers a comprehensive benefits package like student loan repayment options and flexible work hours.

Benefits

Student loan repayment options

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Insurance

CME reimbursement

Malpractice coverage

Flexible work hours

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Current medical/surgical license in the U.S.
• 5 years' experience in hospice and palliative care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical care for Veterans with serious illnesses.
• Mentor team providers and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Implement integrated symptom management strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine

Board Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care

Fellowship training in hospice and palliative care (preferred)

Job description

Summary

The Iowa City Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care System (VAHCS) is seeking a Hospice & Palliative Medical Director for a full-time appointment within the Rehabilitation and Extended Care service line.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet the basic and any additional requirements listed in the job announcement. Pending training or license completion should be noted in the application; applicants may be tentatively selected but not hired until all requirements are fulfilled. VA physicians previously employed under the old qualification standards are deemed to meet current basic requirements.

Basic Requirements:

• United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may be appointed only if qualified citizens are unavailable, per VA Policy.
• Degree of doctor of medicine or osteopathic medicine from an approved school.
• Current, full, and unrestricted medical or surgical license in the U.S.
• Residency training approved by the VA, leading to eligibility for board certification, in an accredited program.
• Enrolled residents in approved programs may be appointed as Physician Resident Providers (PRPs), who must be fully licensed and work under supervision.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Board Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care (additional requirement).
• Preferred: Fellowship training and 5 years' experience in hospice and palliative care.

Duties

• Lead clinical care for Veterans with serious illnesses, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Mentor and supervise team providers; serve as a consultant.
• Implement integrated symptom management and utilize complementary health therapies.
• Provide care via face-to-face, VA Video Connect, and Clinical Video Telehealth modalities.
• Adhere to policies, complete electronic records, and meet performance goals.
• Work within privileges unless in emergencies; perform other duties as assigned.
• This position offers a comprehensive rewards package including student loan repayment options, competitive salary, paid time off, retirement benefits, insurance, licensure, CME reimbursement, malpractice coverage, and flexible work hours.