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 training to admissions personnel regarding physician processes.

• Assist in gathering additional patient data to verify hospice eligibility.

• Complete necessary regulatory hospice physician documentation for each admission.

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

• Review, validate, and assess patient information from medical records, referring or primary physicians, and admissions nurses.

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

• Provide verbal verification of hospice eligibility.

• Complete written certifications and clinical narratives for patients who are admitted and eligible.

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

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

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

• Identify related or unrelated medications, treatments, and hospitalizations, documenting them in the electronic medical record.

• Assist in reviewing hospital patients for suitable levels of care and participate in hospital interdisciplinary teams.

• Represent the company in a professional manner while adhering to applicable regulations, policies, safety protocols, confidentiality, fiscal standards, quality measures, research, and educational requirements.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical institution.

• Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Florida, with a willingness to obtain licenses in additional states as necessary.

• Current DEA registration for Florida and any other requested states.

• State Controlled Substances Registration in Maryland and the District of Columbia.

• Active Medicare and Medicaid Numbers.

• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross, with in-person training required.

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

• Eligible for malpractice coverage as per Chapters’ policy terms.

• Knowledge and expertise in palliative medical practice and symptom management.

• Basic computer skills, including proficiency in email and word processing using Microsoft Outlook and Word or equivalent software.

• Capability to physically access any home within the organization’s service area, including navigating stairs and tight spaces, and tolerating heat and lack of air conditioning.

• Ability to manage the emotional stress associated with working with terminally ill patients and their families.

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

• Eligibility for Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse services for Florida affiliates.

• Certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, ABMS Board Certification, HMDCB certification, and preferred recognized-field board eligibility/certification.

🏝️ Benefits

• Eligible for malpractice coverage under Chapters’ policy terms.

• Opportunities for professional development and enhancement of knowledge/skills.

• Participation in the Company’s research and educational initiatives.

• Involvement in community and professional organizations.

• Engagement in Quality Assessment Performance Improvement activities.

• Adherence to a drug-free workplace policy, including required testing after a conditional offer.