What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Physician position at The Care Team Home Health & Hospice?
Join The Care Team as a Hospice Medical Physician (Part-Time, 1099 Contract) in Decatur, IL.
Are you a compassionate physician seeking meaningful work? We’re looking for a dedicated Hospice Medical Physician to guide patient care, support families during critical moments, and foster collaborative healthcare teams. (Must live within commuting distance of Decatur, IL for the once weekly, in-person IDG meetings.)
Position Purpose
The Hospice Medical Physician (HMP) provides medical leadership and expertise in hospice care by overseeing the clinical management of terminally ill patients, ensuring high-quality care, and guiding an interdisciplinary team to deliver compassionate, patient-centered services. The role is responsible for certifying and recertifying hospice eligibility, developing and updating individualized care plans, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and medical standards. Additionally, this position serves as a medical consultant and liaison for hospice staff and the broader healthcare community to optimize patient outcomes and end-of-life care.
Key Responsibilities
This is an hourly contract (1099) role requiring up to 10-16 hours per month and includes both on-site and remote responsibilities. On site responsibilities will be carried out at our office in Decatur, IL.
Duties include:
On-Site Responsibilities:
- Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) Meetings: Participate weekly for one to two hours
Remote Responsibilities:
- Managing clinical needs via phone or remote communication.
- Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team of nurses, social workers, chaplains, and therapists.
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay of $200-$250 per hour.
- A meaningful opportunity to make a lasting difference in patients' and families' lives.
Qualifications:
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.
- Active, unencumbered medical license to practice in Indiana.
- Controlled substances registration with state and federal authorities.
- Board certification in a related specialty preferred.
- Hospice or palliative care experience preferred.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation with required agency liability insurance.
Why Join Us?
Our mission is to positively impact the lives of our patients and their families in the communities we serve. As a Hospice Medical Physician, you'll lead a team dedicated to providing the highest quality end-of-life care. This part-time role offers an opportunity to work with a passionate team while making a profound difference in patients' lives.
Ready to bring compassionate leadership to hospice care? Apply today and join a team that lives its mission every day: "We're with you," prioritizing the needs of our patients every step of the way.
Salary : $200 - $250