What are the responsibilities and job description for the Palliative Care Specialist position at Senior Doc?
Are you looking for flexibility in your schedule and striving for work / life balance? Ready to step out of the monotony of clinic life? Come join us!! Our Senior Doc MOBILE primary care team is looking for a medical provider with a heart in caring for our seniors! This position is the perfect blend of working both autonomously and with a team that values connection and collaboration. We look forward to meeting you and putting a heart of GOLD back in the Golden Years! Why Senior Doc? At Senior Doc, we redefine traditional healthcare by bringing medical expertise directly to our patients' doorsteps. As a Palliative Care Specialist with Senior Doc, you'll enjoy : Competitive Compensation : Earn a competitive salary ranging from $150,000.00 to $175,000.00 per year, rewarding your dedication and expertise.Comprehensive Benefits : Embrace peace of mind with our generous benefits package, including health, dental, and medical coverage, ensuring your well-being as you care for others.Flexibility and Stability : Enjoy a consistent work schedule tailored to your lifestyle, allowing you to achieve work-life balance while making a meaningful impact on the lives of our senior patients.Endless Growth Opportunities : Join a dynamic team committed to your professional development, offering pathways for advancement and career enrichment within our expanding organizationPosition Overview : We are seeking a highly skilled and empathetic Palliative Specialist (PA or NP) to join our team. In this role, you will provide palliative care to patients, focusing on symptom management, pain relief, and improving the quality of life for individuals with serious health conditions. This position offers a blend of telehealth and in-person patient care, with the opportunity to collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals. Key Responsibilities : Provide comprehensive palliative care consultations to patients with chronic or serious illness. Develop and implement individualized care plans focusing on symptom management, pain relief, and emotional support. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive, team-based care. Educate patients and their families about illness progression, treatment options, and goals of care. Monitor patient outcomes and adjust care plans as necessary. Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case reviews. Qualifications : Current, valid certification as a Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) with specialization in palliative care, geriatrics, or related field. Certification such as Advanced Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (ACHPN)® is preferred.Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in palliative care, hospice, or chronic disease management. Strong communication skills with the ability to provide compassionate care and counseling to patients and families. Ability to work independently, manage a diverse caseload, and coordinate care in a remote setting. Experience in telehealth is a plus. Current licensure to practice in the state of California (or eligibility to obtain). What We Offer : Competitive salary and benefits package Flexible work environment Opportunities for professional growth and development Supportive, collaborative work culture
Salary : $150,000 - $175,000
