Physician Associate Medical Director Hospice

Amedisys, Inc. • Bensalem Township, PA

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About The Position

The Physician Associate Medical Director for Hospice at Amedisys is a PRN/1099 position that requires approximately 30 hours of work per month. This role is not remote and involves providing medical orders, communicating with nurses regarding medical orders, completing IDG notes, attending IDG meetings, reviewing medical necessity of patients, and providing medication or treatment recommendations as necessary. The position offers an opportunity to lead a team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families by providing essential care in their homes.

Requirements

• Doctor of medicine or osteopathy degree from an accredited medical school.
• Current and unencumbered license to practice specific to that state you are assigned to work.
• Membership in good standing on the medical staff of at least one contracted hospital.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Agency required liability insurance to complete home visits.

Nice To Haves

• Board certification in hospice and palliative care is preferred but not required.
• Experienced physicians with a passion for working with patients in hospice and palliative care are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Function as a consultant to patients, physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to assure provision of quality palliative care including pain and symptoms management.
• Assure appropriate evaluation, certification, and recertification of terminal prognosis at the time of admission and at the end of each certification period.
• Serve as the physician member of the Professional Advisory Committee.
• Conduct educational seminars, in-services, and presentations to physicians, nurses, and other health care audiences to improve quality of patient care and promote hospice services.
• Be available for in-house or phone consultation for acute patient clinical problems that cannot be resolved through staff, directors, and primary or on-call physician.
• Available for consultation or joint visits in hospital or home when indicated.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees