Physician Home Care & Inpatient

Vitas Healthcare • Deerfield Beach, FL

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About The Position

The position requires a qualified medical professional to provide primary medical care in a hospice setting. The candidate must have a strong understanding of palliative medicine and be able to manage symptoms associated with terminal illnesses. The role involves working closely with patients and their families to ensure comfort and quality of life during end-of-life care.

Requirements

• Must be a member in good standing on the medical staff of an accredited hospital in the state where the hospice is located.
• Knowledge of the principles and practice of primary medical care, with at least a working knowledge of oncology.
• Knowledge of palliative medicine, with particular emphasis on control symptoms associated with terminal illness.
• Registration with the Drug Enforcement Agency to write scheduled prescriptions.
• Medical malpractice and liability insurance in amounts and with carriers satisfactory to VITAS.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees