Hospice Physician
Blue Ridge Care · Winchester, VA · 2 wk ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
About the role
We are seeking a compassionate and collaborative Hospice Physician to provide medical leadership and oversight across our hospice program.
Responsibilities
- Certify patient eligibility for hospice care at admission and each benefit period.
- Serve as attending physician for patients without a primary physician when requested, including providing orders and signing death certificates.
- Provide or coordinate 24/7 medical coverage and clinical consultation for hospice patients and team members.
- Participate in the development, evaluation, and revision of individualized plans of care as part of the interdisciplinary team.
- Lead best practices in pain and symptom management.
- Conduct medically necessary visits (in person or via telehealth when appropriate).
- Collaborate with attending physicians to resolve care conflicts and ethical concerns.
- Contribute to clinical protocols, standing orders, policies, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Participate in education for healthcare professionals and the community regarding hospice and palliative care.
- Serve as a professional ambassador and advocate for hospice care within the medical community.
Requirements
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO), licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Hospice and Palliative Medicine (preferred).
- Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience; hospice or palliative care experience strongly preferred.
- Strong understanding of hospice philosophy and symptom management.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
- Able to work effectively with diverse populations and complex family dynamics.
Qualifications
- Valid driver’s license, required insurance, and willingness to travel within the service area.
Skills
- Effective communication and collaboration skills.
- Leadership and advocacy skills.
- Ability to work with diverse populations and complex family dynamics.
Benefits
- Competitive physician compensation.
- Flexible scheduling options.
- Supportive interdisciplinary team model.
- Paid time off and paid volunteer time.
- Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
- Continuing education and professional development support.
- Peer collaboration and leadership opportunities.
- 30% Thrift Shop Discount.
- Growth and innovation through the Blue Ridge Care 2030 Strategic Plan.
Pay
Competitive physician compensation.
Schedule
Flexible scheduling options.