Team Physician at BRIDGES HOSPICE INC

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Oct, 26

Salary

60000.0

Posted On

12 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Hospice Care, Pain Management, Symptom Management, Patient Care Planning, Interdisciplinary Team Leadership, Medical Management, Regulatory Compliance, Clinical Support, Patient Advocacy, Medical Certification

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedPosition Type: Per DiemEducation Level: Graduate DegreeTravel Percentage: Up to 100%Job Shift: AnyJob Category: PhysicianJob Summary The Hospice Physician collaborates with the Hospice Medical Director to provide comprehensive hospice medical care in accordance with federal regulations and each patient’s established plan of care. This role reports directly to the Hospice Medical Director and plays a key part in ensuring high-quality, patient-centered end-of-life care. Key Responsibilities Host and facilitate Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) meetings every two weeks in compliance with Medicare regulations Assist the IDT in developing and implementing individualized patient plans of care in coordination with the attending physician Review patient eligibility for hospice services; certify initial admissions and recertifications based on prognostic indicators Serve as physician designee in the absence of the Hospice Medical Director Provide medical management in consultation with attending physicians, consistent with patient needs and plans of care Communicate with attending physicians and healthcare providers regarding hospice policies, procedures, and standards Review medication profiles for drug interactions and appropriate hospice coverage Provide medical coverage and clinical support to hospice staff during after-hours or when the attending physician or Medical Director is unavailable Maintain ongoing communication with healthcare professionals regarding patient plans of care Act as a liaison to community physicians; provide consultation and education to colleagues, referral sources, patients, and families regarding hospice admission criteria Complete administrative duties including electronic or faxed prescription approvals, regulatory documentation, and care coordination communication Advocate for patients, ensuring medical and psychosocial needs are met Demonstrate current knowledge of pain and symptom management protocols Professional Expectations Maintain strict patient confidentiality Uphold and communicate the mission, ethics, and goals of the organization Comply with all organizational policies and ethical business practices Education & Regulatory Requirements Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) Active medical license in good standing in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Current DEA registration in good standing Current Certificate of Insurance (copy required upon hire and renewal) Travel Requirements Travel throughout the workday may be required Valid state driver’s license Reliable personal vehicle with current automobile insurance Willingness to use personal vehicle as required by job duties (documentation required upon renewal) Language & Communication Skills Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing Excellent interpersonal, writing, and presentation skills Compensation $60,000 annually salary paid in bi-weekly installments. Travel time Phone consultations Faxing/approving orders F2F visits Facilitating IDT meetings Preparing and presenting educational programs

Responsibilities

Collaborates with the Hospice Medical Director to provide comprehensive end-of-life medical care and facilitate interdisciplinary team meetings. Responsible for certifying patient eligibility, managing medication profiles, and coordinating care with attending physicians.