The palliative care physician has responsibility for the medical care and treatment plan provided for seriously ill patients on the palliative care service. The physician shall consult and cooperate with the patient’s attending physician(s). The physician provides direction and guidance to palliative team members to ensure that quality care is provided, and to ensure knowledge of and adherence to palliative care standards, policies and procedures. The palliative care physician will provide education to both interdisciplinary palliative care team members as well as to practicing physicians and others engaged in health care services regarding palliative care and its potential benefits for patients with advanced, serious illness.
Experience:
Minimum two years of experience. Knowledge of the interdisciplinary team concept. Experience in patient education, care planning and management of pain and other symptoms for patients with advanced, serious illness is desired. Ability to communicate tactfully, verbally and in writing with department heads, managers, coworkers and vendors to resolve problems and negotiate resolutions. Working knowledge of computers, internet access, and the ability to navigate within an automated system as well as a variety of software packages such as Outlook, Excel and Word.
Education:
Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy degree from an accredited university.
Certification & Licensure:
Licensed to practice medicine in state. DEA license. Advanced and ongoing training in palliative medicine, diagnostic skills, symptom management and communication skills. Board certified or board eligible in Hospice and Palliative Medicine preferred. Reliable transportation, current state driver’s license and automobile insurance.
Physical Requirements:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.