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Palliative Care Physician

VITAS Healthcare
VITAS Healthcare Salary
Cranberry, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/21/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/16/2025

The Palliative Care Physician will play a crucial role in delivering compassionate medical care and treatment for patients as part of the hospice interdisciplinary team (IDT). This position involves collaborating with patients' attending physicians to ensure comprehensive care and quality standards are maintained. The physician will also provide guidance and support to hospice staff and volunteers.

Key responsibilities include :

  • Leading clinical education and training initiatives for hospice patient care, admissions, and administrative personnel.
  • Collaborating with the hospice IDT to deliver optimal care for patients and their families.

Qualifications :

  • Must be a member in good standing on the medical staff of an accredited hospital.
  • Strong knowledge of primary medical care principles, with an emphasis on oncology.
  • Expertise in palliative medicine, focusing on symptom management for terminal illnesses.
  • DEA registration to prescribe controlled substances.
  • Medical malpractice and liability insurance held at satisfactory levels.
  • Education :

  • Graduate of an accredited medical or osteopathic school, currently licensed to practice.
  • Board eligible / certified in Internal Medicine, Family Practice, or a related specialty, with a working knowledge of palliative medicine principles.
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