Access Physician

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Oregon.

📋 Description

• Deliver physician services to the Patient Access Department to ensure prompt access to hospice care.

• Provide guidance and education to admissions staff regarding physician protocols.

• Assess, confirm, and analyze patient information sourced from medical records, referring or primary physicians, and admissions nurses.

• Establish initial and ongoing hospice eligibility by utilizing prognostic indicators, Local Coverage Determinations, coexisting conditions, and disease progression.

• Provide verbal verification of hospice eligibility.

• Complete written certifications and clinical narratives for patients admitted who meet eligibility criteria.

• Promptly order medications to enhance comfort for newly admitted patients.

• Review the admissions process and suggest improvements for efficiency and accuracy.

• Educate the Patient Access/Admissions and Professional Relations Departments on eligibility criteria and updates in regulations.

• Identify related and unrelated medications, treatments, and hospitalizations, documenting these in the EMR.

• Evaluate hospital patients to determine appropriate levels of care and participate in interdisciplinary hospital groups.

• Collaborate with the Director of Patient Access Services and the Patient Access/Admissions Department.

• Carry out other assigned duties as necessary.

⛳️ Requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical institution.

• Must hold a valid medical license in the State of Florida, with a willingness to obtain additional licenses as needed.

• Current DEA registration for Florida and any additional states as required.

• State Controlled Substances Registration is mandatory for Maryland and the District of Columbia.

• Active Medicare and Medicaid numbers are required.

• Current BLS certification, achieved through either the American Heart Association or the Red Cross, with in-person training.

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience or completion of a Fellowship is required.

• Must be eligible for malpractice coverage in accordance with the organization's policy terms.

• Knowledgeable and experienced in palliative medical practice and symptom management.

• Basic computer literacy, including proficiency in email and word processing (Microsoft Outlook and Word or equivalent).

• Must be capable of physically accessing any home within the Organization’s service area.

• Ability to handle the emotional stress associated with caring for terminally ill patients and their families.

• Agreement to undergo drug and/or alcohol testing following a conditional offer and ongoing adherence to the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

• Eligibility for the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse for employees serving Florida affiliates.

• Certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, along with ABMS board eligibility/certification and HMDCB certification, is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance plans.

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.

• Professional development opportunities and continuing education support.

• Retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions.

• Paid time off and flexible scheduling options.