Hospice - Physician

Job Description

Job DescriptionHospice - Physician Position in the Oregon Region Hospice Program - Overview:

The Hospice Physician role within our organization focuses on delivering compassionate medical care and effective symptom management for patients at the end of life, whether in home settings or inpatient facilities. This position entails leading interdisciplinary teams and working closely with home health, palliative care, and hospital providers to ensure a comprehensive, patient-centered approach to care. This full-time opportunity offers competitive pay, benefits, and the chance to engage in a community-oriented healthcare environment in the Portland area.

Our Oregon Hospice Program is dedicated to providing heartfelt support to patients and their families throughout the Portland region, ensuring comfort, dignity, and tranquility during life’s most challenging times.

We are looking for a skilled Hospice Physician who can effectively manage bedside care for patients experiencing distressing symptoms and foster collaboration among various hospice disciplines. As part of our extensive Home and Community Services program, this essential role integrates with Home Health, Palliative Medicine, Geriatrics, and hospital practitioners, guaranteeing that every patient receives comprehensive care that addresses both their medical and emotional needs.

• Full-time employment
• Community-based outpatient setting with a strong emphasis on in-person patient care, both at home and in hospitals; occasional virtual visits may be conducted
• Collaborate as part of a provider team that includes HPM-trained physicians and Nurse Practitioners, serving as a backup to the Hospice Medical Director
• Oversee one of five interdisciplinary teams (IDTs) in the Portland Metro area, including service areas in the Gorge and Clark County, WA
• Attractive salary, quality incentives, CME funding and hours, along with relocation assistance
• Comprehensive benefits package for employed providers, including Paid Time Off, Health, Life, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Malpractice Insurance
• Hourly compensation set at $127.50

Work Environment

The Oregon Region Hospice Program is tasked with the medical direction and oversight of hospice services across the region’s ministries, including care delivered in home settings, assisted living, and acute care facilities. Our primary objective is to support patients in living their lives as they choose, ideally in familiar surroundings surrounded by family and friends.

Living in Portland

Portland, Oregon, offers a unique combination of urban vibrancy and natural beauty. Known for its sports culture and diverse art and culinary scenes, this city is home to the Portland Trail Blazers and provides residents with endless entertainment options. Situated between the Willamette and Columbia rivers, and just a short drive from Mt. Hood, the Columbia Gorge, and the Oregon Coast, Portland grants year-round access to outdoor adventures.

About Us

We are a nationally recognized healthcare organization operating across seven states, united by a mission to deliver compassionate care to all, particularly to those who are poor and vulnerable. With over 122,000 caregivers and employees, including 34,000 physicians, we serve in 51 hospitals and more than 1,000 clinics, offering a wide range of health and social services. We are one family, one name, and one exceptional health system.

For additional details about our benefits, please visit our benefits page.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Keywords:

hospice physician, end-of-life care, palliative medicine, home health care, symptom management, interdisciplinary team, patient-centered care, medical oversight, hospice care, community health