Part-Time Hospice Physician (MD)- Requires Attendance at a monthly 1 hour meeting with Palliative Nurse Practitioners, and one 3 hour interdisciplinary meeting every 2 months. Supervision and guidance for Nurse Practitioners, Approximately 2 hours a month. Serve as backup to the Medical Director as needed (Available for calls from clinical staff for admission approvals, medication authorizations and questions). Total commitment is about 5-8 hours a month. Available for calls from clinical staff for admission approvals, medication authorizations and questions.
For the last 30 years we have been specializing in End-of-Life Care and have helped over 30,000 families. We are a multi-generational family owned and operated company founded in 1992. Our mission is to bring premier hospice services to those in need by providing care and comfort to patients and families. We are the sweet spot between a large and small agency, with the resources, experience, and professionalism of a large operation, and the heart and soul of a family-owned business.
We are looking for an outstanding Hospice Physician (MD) to join our team in St. Louis, MO. and Collinsville, IL. We are a Chicago Tribune’s “Top Workplace” voted by our employees for the last 11 years.
What you will get: Highly competitive compensation, including reimbursement for mileage and company phone.
Core Responsibilities:
- Attendance at a monthly 1 hour meeting with Palliative Nurse Practitioners
- One 3 hour interdisciplinary meeting every 2 months
- Participate in developing and reviewing the hospice plan of care
- Review patient's initial and continued eligibility for hospice services in accordance with applicable state, federal and Unity guidelines
- Be available for on-call consultation with patients, attending physicians and hospice team members regarding a patient's condition
- Make patient home visits as necessary
- Perform such medical and administrative duties as required by applicable Medicare/Medicaid/State regulations or as assigned by Unity's Administrator from time-to time.
- Write medication and treatment orders
- Act as a consultant and liaison to physicians, hospitals, and other healthcare providers to provide information and education about Unity Hospice servicesWho the Job reports to:
- Administrator
Requirements/ Qualifications:
- Active Illinois physician license
- Current DEA certificate
- Driver’s license, insurance and vehicle
- Utmost compassion and integrity
We will be reviewing resume submissions and contacting those we feel are most qualified for the position to schedule interviews. Thank you.
Pay: $1,500.00 per month
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- DEA Certificate (Required)
- Driver's License (Required)
- Missouri Physician License (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in St. Louis, MO 63139
