Medical Director- Hospice

VITAS Healthcare is seeking a Medical Director of Hospice to provide overall medical direction for patients and families at the VA hospice program. The role involves consultation with attending physicians, patient care staff, and quality assurance activities, and requires a collaborative approach to providing high-quality care. This position is considered part-time.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the principles and practice of primary medical care, with at least a working knowledge of oncology.
• Knowledge of palliative care with particular emphasis on control of symptoms associated with terminal illness.
• Ability to work collaboratively with patients' attending physicians to implement the hospice program and effect optimum medical care.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan with numerous investment options and generous company match
• Cancer and/or critical illness benefit
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal Insurance
• Roadside Assistance
• Affinity Program