SUMMARY: The Hospice Physician has responsibility for the medical direction of the care and treatment of patients and their families rendered by HSI in collaboration and consultation with the patient’s primary care physician. This includes maintaining quality standards in the healthcare provided to HSI patients. The Hospice Physician provides education to community physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding the benefits of HSI programs and services while consistently demonstrating the Hospice Savannah values. CORE VALUES: The Hospice Physician is expected to model the Hospice Savannah Corporate Values. Values: Excellence – I bring my best everyday. Accountability – I take responsibility for my own performance. Compassion – I impact life’s most sacred moments. Teamwork – I can’t do my job without you. Stewardship – What I do today ensures tomorrow.