Calvary Hospital, Inc

Hospice Physician

Calvary Hospital, Inc • $250K *
Bronx, NY 10467In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Current New York State medical license required.
  • Valid DEA registration needed.
  • Valid driver's license necessary.
  • Demonstrates a caring attitude consistent with Calvary Hospital's values.
  • Experience in hospice or palliative care preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Certifies patients eligible for hospice services and conducts recertifications as needed.
  • Orders necessary medications, equipment, and services for patient care.
  • Documents patient interactions and communications in clinical records.
  • Coordinates care with the patient's attending physician when required.
  • Acts as the attending physician for patients as necessary.
  • Participates in interdisciplinary group meetings to track patient status and update care plans.
  • Responds to calls from field staff to assist in patient care.

Benefits

  • Full-time position with potential for additional bonus opportunities.
  • Engagement in a supportive interdisciplinary team environment.
  • Opportunity to lead and collaborate on patient care plans.
  • Work within a respected institution known for its caring ethos.
Full Job Description
Description

Requirements: Certifies eligible patients for hospice services, orders medications, equipment, and other services as needed. Leads the interdisciplinary team in the ongoing care of patients. Visits patients as needed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
  • Completes certification/recertification of terminal illness as needed for eligible patients.
  • Orders medications, equipment, and other services as needed for the care of admitted patients.
  • Documents in the patient's clinical record as needed visits (face-to-face, etc.) or other communications.
  • Coordinates care as needed with patient's Attending Physician.
  • Serves as the patient's Attending Physician as needed.
  • Participates in the interdisciplinary group (IDG) (meetings, etc.) to monitor the patient's status and modification of the plan of care.
  • Takes calls from field staff as needed to support the care of the patient.
  • Liaises as needed with staff at hospitals for admitted patients while on hospice.
  • Certifies death certificates as needed.
  • Participates in the on-call physician rotation for admission of patients.
  • Provides education to IDG team and hospice staff as needed.
  • Participates in chart audits as needed.
  • Maintains credentials to remain on Calvary Hospital Medical Staff.
  • Be able to perform physical activity that involves no more than 20 lbs.
  • Works within legal and ethical practice standards to his/her position as well as Calvary's Code of Conduct. Complies with appropriate policies and procedures and brings potential compliance matters to supervisor or compliance officer.
  • Exhibits an ability and attitude relative to the spirit of caring and tradition at
  • Calvary Hospital.


Status: Full-Time

Salary: $250K plus bonus opportunity

Qualifications:
  • Current New York State license.
  • DEA registration
  • Possess a valid driver's license.
  • Exhibits an ability and attitude relative to the spirit of caring and tradition at Calvary Hospital as required by specific job duties and functions.

About Calvary Hospital, Inc

Calvary Hospital, Inc is a non-profit healthcare organization that provides palliative care to adult patients with advanced cancer and other life-limiting illnesses. The hospital was founded in 1899 by the Sisters of Charity of New York and is located in the Bronx, New York. Calvary Hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission and is a member of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization. The hospital has a team of physicians, nurses, social workers, and chaplains who work together to provide compassionate care to patients and their families. Calvary Hospital also offers a range of support services, including bereavement counseling and spiritual care.
Learn more about Calvary Hospital, Inc
Size
1,200 employees
Industry
Healthcare
* Ladders Estimates

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