Staff Physician

About the role

The Hospice Staff Physician at Chapters Health Team assists the Medical Director in providing outstanding patient care and high level of customer service. The role involves physician direction and guidance to ensure quality medical care for patients and families.

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Licensed to practice medicine in the state and/or the District of Columbia as required by the position
• Current DEA license number
• Current Medicare and Medicaid Numbers
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience or Fellowship
• If not already certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, completion of either the ABMS Board Certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine or the HMDCB certification preferred
• Knowledge and experience in palliative medical practice and symptom management
• Certified by the American Board of Medical Specialties in Hospice and Palliative Medicine preferred
• Basic computer skills including use of email and word processing (Microsoft Outlook and Word or equivalent programs)
• Mobile Driver - Valid driver's license and automobile insurance per Company policy
• Must have reliable transportation to be able to meet visit schedule
• Must be able to physically access any home in any Hospice area (i.e., navigate stairs, narrow spaces, tolerate heat and lack of air conditioning, etc.)
• Ability to manage the emotional stress of working with and caring for terminally ill patients and their families
• Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross

Compensation

Pay Range: $30,000.00 - $700,000.00

This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy. All Chapters Health System employees performing services for Florida affiliates are submitted through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse to verify eligibility after a conditional offer of employment is made as well as ongoing eligibility. For more information, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com/.