Medical Director- Hospice

The Medical Director of VITAS fulfills two primary functions: providing medical direction of care and treatment, and educating practicing physicians on palliative medicine. The position requires a strong understanding of palliative care, ability to work collaboratively with patients' attending physicians, and excellent leadership skills.

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
• Ability to work collaboratively with hospice employees and volunteers as part of an interdisciplinary team

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