Hospice and Palliative Care Physician

Role Summary
Provide hospice medical oversight, clinical consultation, and direct patient care in partnership with an interdisciplinary care team.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the medical leader for hospice clinical oversight.
Certify eligible patients for hospice services.
Guide pain and symptom management, ensuring appropriate clinical interventions.
Review patient care plans and medical records for quality and alignment with hospice goals.
Collaborate with attending physicians and other clinicians to coordinate care.
Conduct home visits as clinically appropriate to assess patient needs and support care delivery.
Qualifications & Skills
Strong clinical judgment and expertise in hospice and palliative care.
Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
Experience assessing eligibility and directing individualized patient symptom management.
Excellent documentation and record-review skills.
Competence in coordinating with physicians and delivering care in home settings when needed.