Physician
Job Description
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.
About the Role
Join VIA Health Partners as a Physician in United States.
Key Responsibilities
- (if applicable) Review and complete necessary administrative paperwork including death certificates, prescriptions, hospice orders; and hospice plans of care (485’s).
- Review and sign new hospice referrals for eligibility and, if necessary, request/obtain additional information to determine eligibility.
- Discuss patient pain and symptom management issues with hospice nurses as needed.
- Communicate with outside physicians when issues arise that require physician-to-physician discussions.
Requirements
- Qualification Requirements A Doctoral Degree in medicine (M.
- ) with a current active NC Board of Medicine practicing physician license.
- Board Certification in an AMBS recognized specialty is required.
- Experience in the care of terminally ill patients is preferred but not required.
Benefits & Compensation
- 28 days PTO.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Call responsibilities required.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with VIA Health Partners in United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician at VIA Health Partners a 5.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as moderate. This places the position in the average range of all Hospice & Palliative Medicine physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.
Hospice & Palliative Medicine — Physician Career Context
This Hospice & Palliative Medicine position at VIA Health Partners is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Compensation Analysis
This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Shelby, North Carolina.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Direct Patient Care, History Taking, Plan of Care Development, Physical Examination, Laboratory Studies, Imaging Studies, Counseling, Psychosocial Support. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Hospice & Palliative Medicine role.
Core responsibilities: The Physician is responsible for direct patient care, including reviewing medical information, conducting physical exams, developing patient-focused plans of care in consultation with attending physicians, and providing counseling and support to patients and families. Key duties also involve communi...
Benefits package: Medical, Vision, and Dental plans through BCBS, 28 days of Paid Time Off, Excellent mileage reimbursement rate, 403b Retirement plan with matching, Focused programs honoring Veteran patients, Assistance with achieving Certified Hospice & Palliative Nurse (CHPN), Best Orientation and Onboarding program, Seasoned Hospice leaders guiding career growth. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
About WeekdayDoc
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Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (1)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position includes 1 validated protective factor against burnout.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
1mo ago
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