Hospice Physician Designee

@ Heartland Hospice
Heartland Hospiceheartlandhospice.com

Hospice Physician Designee

Beltsville, MD
Posted 1 day ago

About the job

Heartland Hospice, part of ProMedica, provides compassionate end-of-life care. The Hospice Physician Designee oversees medical aspects, conducts visits, certifies eligibility, and ensures patient-centered, culturally sensitive care in various settings.

Requirements

  • Medical license in state
  • Experience in hospice or palliative care
  • Ability to certify hospice eligibility
  • Strong communication skills

Qualifications

  • Medical degree (MD or DO)
  • Experience with end-of-life care
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Ability to collaborate with teams

Full job description

Heartland Hospice, part of ProMedica, is seeking a Hospice Physician Designee to provide medical oversight for hospice patients in home and facility settings. In collaboration with the hospice medical director and interdisciplinary team, you will conduct face-to-face visits, certify and recertify hospice eligibility, manage complex pain and symptoms, and develop individualized plans of care. You will communicate closely with families, primary physicians, and care staff, ensuring patient-centered, culturally sensitive end-of-life care aligned with comfort, dignity, and mission-driven values.
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