Locum-Hospice
Chantilly, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Hospice/Palliative Medicine
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Albany, New York, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
1/24/25
Location: Albany, New York, is the capital city of the state of New York and one of the oldest cities in the United States. Located along the Hudson River in the Capital District region, Albany is a hub of government, culture, education, and commerce. Known for its rich history, architectural landmarks, and proximity to both New York City and the Adirondack Mountains, Albany serves as a key political and economic center in the northeastern U.S.
Facility: A nonprofit organization providing compassionate care and support to seriously ill patients and their families.
Opportunity:
Facility: A nonprofit organization providing compassionate care and support to seriously ill patients and their families.
Opportunity:
- Looking for Locum/Locum to Perm Hospice Physician
- Hospice Physicians work 8am-4:30pm Monday-Friday
- Practice Setting: Hospice Home Care
- Dates of Coverage: ASAP until indefinitely
- Call Schedule: Call is on average 1 weeknight per week from 4pm - 8am and 1 in 4/5 weekends from 4pm on Friday until 8am on Monday
- Call Ratio: 1 in 4/5
- Average Number of Patients Per Day: Variable. The majority of the hospice physician's time is spent in interdisciplinary team meetings, reviewing cases for hospice eligibility, and providing guidance and recommendations to the nurses in the field. Home visits for face to face encounters and symptom management are scheduled as needed in accordance with the hospice physician's schedule on average 0-2 per day.
- Documentation System/EMR: EPIC - Comfort/Hospice Application