Contracted Staff Physician

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Lakeland, FLtime type:
Part time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R2610461
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** Role:
The Hospice Staff Physician has the responsibility of assisting the Medical Director in the care and treatment of patients served by the Organization. S/he provides physician direction and guidance to the Organization’s program and staff to ensure the maintenance of quality medical care for patients and families.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school  
• Licensed to practice medicine in the state where clinical services are provided  
• Current DEA license number
- Current Medicare and Medicaid Numbers  
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience or Fellowship  
• If not already certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, completion of either the ABMS Board Certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine or the HMDCB certification preferred  
• Eligible for malpractice coverage under Organization policy terms  
• Board eligible or board certified in a recognized field of the American Board of Medical Specialties preferred  
• Knowledge and experience in palliative medical practice and symptom management  
• Certified by the American Board of Medical Specialties in Hospice and Palliative Medicine preferred  
• Basic computer skills including use of email and word processing (Microsoft Outlook and Word or equivalent programs)  
• Mobile Driver - Valid driver's license and automobile insurance per Company policy  
• Must have reliable transportation to be able to meet visit schedule  
• Must be able to physically access any home in any Hospice area (i.e., navigate stairs, narrow spaces, tolerate heat and lack of air conditioning, etc.)  
• Ability to manage the emotional stress of working with and caring for terminally ill patients and their families
• Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross. Employees hired prior to 12/31/2022 must obtain certificate prior to 10/1/2023

Competencies:

• Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position.
Responsibilities of all staff:  
• Represent the Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients.  
• Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse.  
• Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices.  
• Observe the Company's health, safety and security practices.  
• Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within the Company.  
• Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner.  
• Promote the Company through participation in community and professional organizations.  
• Participate proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels.  
• Improve own professional knowledge and skill level.  
• Advance electronic media skills.  
• Support Company research and educational activities.  
• Share expertise with co-workers both formally and informally.  
• Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position.
Leadership Success Factors:  
• Communication:
Express thoughts and ideas clearly; adapt communication style to fit audience  
• Initiative:
Originate action to achieve goals  
• Management Identification:
Identify with and accept the problems and responsibilities of management  
• Judgment:
Make realistic decisions based on logical assumptions, factual information and in consideration of organizational resources    
• Planning, Organizing and Controlling:
Establish course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a specific goal; plan proper assignments of personnel and appropriate allocation…