Physician Home Care

Job description

QUALIFICATIONS: - 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. EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited school of medicine or osteopathy with current license to practice in the state where the hospice program in located. Board eligible/certified in Internal Medicine, Family Practice, or other related specialty with a working knowledge of the principles of palliative medicine and symptom management. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE: VITAS® Healthcare is the nation’s leading provider of end-of-life care, and has the resources and expertise to support your personal and professional growth. As a member of the VITAS team, you’ll find fulfillment working for a people-focused organization dedicated to making a d...