Physician
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Job Description
VITAS® Healthcare is the nation’s leading provider of end-of-life care, and has the resources and expertise to support your personal and professional growth.
As a member of the VITAS team, you’ll find fulfillment working for a people-focused organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others. You will be more than just an employee: You will be counted on as an expert in your field, and as a valued team member whose efforts are respected and vital to our hospice mission.
All VITAS employees commit to fulfilling their duties and responsibilities with the highest regard for professionalism, collaboration and teamwork, and an eye focused constantly on growth and improvement. We serve with commitment and compassion, and position ourselves for the future by embracing, innovating, and leading change. If you are that person, make your voice heard—find your purpose at VITAS today.
Benefits Include
- Competitive compensation
- Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
- Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance
- 401(k) plan with numerous investment options and generous company match
- Cancer and/or critical illness benefit
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Legal Insurance
- Roadside Assistance
- Affinity Program
Many of our positions offer the opportunity to work day or night shifts, weekdays or weekends.
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Key Responsibilities
The palliative care physician is responsible for the medical care and treatment plan for seriously ill patients within the palliative care service, consulting and cooperating with the patient's attending physician(s). This role involves providing direction and guidance to palliative team members to ensure quality care and adherence to standards, as well as educating team members and other healthcare professionals on palliative care benefits.
Requirements
The physician must be capable of managing the medical care and treatment plan for seriously ill patients on the palliative care service while collaborating with attending physicians. A key requirement is the ability to direct team members, ensure adherence to palliative care standards, and provide educational outreach regarding palliative care to various healthcare audiences.
Key Skills
Hospice and Palliative Medicine — Physician Career Context
Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
Nationally, Hospice and Palliative Medicine professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $260k, with the typical range spanning $200k to $340k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.
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