Palliative Care Provider need near Atlanta, GA
Huntley, Illinois, United States
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Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Hospice/Palliative Medicine
Salary $250,000 – $350,000 yearly
Degree Required Residency/Fellowship/Externship
Position Type Full-Time
Work Environment Hospital
Location Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 11/20/24
Palliative Care Provider
Permanent - not locums

Full time
One main location
Join an established Inpatient team
Need you to build the Outpatient program
Monday through Friday
EMR is Epic
No Call responsibilities

Competitive compensation and wRVU production
Benefit package and paid malpractice

Commercial and medical center for the surrounding rural counties.
Named as one of the best places to live in Georgia.
Home to a college and an university.
Safe community with low cost of living.
About an hour to downtown Atlanta for big city entertainment.

Job Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive palliative care to patients with serious illnesses.
Develop and implement individualized care plans.
Manage symptoms and provide emotional support to patients and families.
Coordinate care with other healthcare providers.
Educate patients and families about the disease process and treatment options.
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings.
Conduct patient assessments and evaluations.
Document patient care and progress accurately.
Participate in research and quality improvement initiatives.
Provide end-of-life care and support.
Advocate for patient needs and preferences.
Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of palliative care practices.
Collaborate with social workers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
Offer grief counseling and support to families.
Develop and deliver educational programs for staff and community.
Participate in continuing education and professional development.
Manage and mitigate pain and other distressing symptoms.
Support patients in making informed decisions about their care.
Promote a culture of compassion and respect within the healthcare team.

Qualifications

Medical degree from an accredited institution.
Board certification in Palliative Care
Strong understanding of palliative care principles and practices.

Working Hours

Monday through Friday
No weekends

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
High level of empathy and compassion.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to handle emotionally challenging situations.
Commitment to patient-centered care.
Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
Experience in educating patients and families.