Company Overview
At Amedisys whether we’re caring for patients directly or supporting those who do, each of us is a caregiver at heart. From home health to hospice to personal care, every team member contributes to our mission of providing exceptional, clinically distinct care in the home to more than 415,000 patients every year. We know that every life tells an incredible story, and we celebrate that each day by honoring our patients with genuine, personal attention. Everything we do, from the boardroom to our nationwide network of care centers, is centered on the best care possible for those who have entrusted us with their well-being and comfort. We work closely with doctors and other healthcare providers to coordinate services, and every patient has an individual plan of care that meets their specific needs. Amedisys recognizes that nothing we do is possible without our incredible team. For all employees, whether they’re on the front lines delivering direct care or supporting our clinical team, this isn’t just a job – it’s a higher calling. We’re committed to finding passionate, qualified caregivers for our team and investing in them with the best resources, training and professional development opportunities to nurture their talents in order to empower them to make a real difference. At Amedisys, we know that the unique skills and experiences all service members and military spouses have lead to outstanding, dedicated caregivers, and that is why we are proud to partner with organizations such as Hiring our Heroes, TAOnline.com, and Military Spouses Employment Partnership to recruit and employ veterans and military spouses across our company. Together, we will lead the future of healthcare in the home, establishing ourselves as the premier innovative choice for aging in place wherever patients call home. Visit our website at www.amedisys.com/careers to learn how to join a team of committed professionals who are dedicated to a culture of delivering excellent patient care.
About the job
Overview
Are you an experienced medical director looking for a rewarding career in hospice? If so, we invite you to join our team at Amedisys, one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S.
What is in it for you
- Community-based care centers with a supportive and inclusive work environment.
- Better work/life balance and increased flexibility compared to other settings.
- Job stability and the opportunity to advance with a growing company.
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families providing much needed care where they want to be – in their homes.
Do not just take it from us – see what our caregivers love about Amedisys
“I have worked here just shy of a year and it’s the best job I’ve ever had! We have an awesome team and administration is very supportive. I never felt so appreciated. Your time off is really yours.” – Amedisys caregiver
Why Amedisys
Amedisys is a leading provider of home health, hospice and high-acuity care, dedicated to helping patients and families navigate the complex healthcare system. With a focus on compassionate, patient-centered care, you would be joining a team of professionals committed to improving the lives of those they serve.
Responsibilities
- Function as a consultant to patients, physicians and other members of the interdisciplinary team to assure provision of quality of palliative care including pain and symptoms management as you collaborate with the patients’ attending physician.
- Assure appropriate evaluation, certification, and recertification of terminal prognosis at the time of admission and at the end of each certification period.
- Serve as the physician member of the Professional Advisory Committee.
- Conduct educational seminars, in-services and presentations to physicians, nurses, and other health care audiences to improve quality of patient care and promote hospice services and increase access to patients.
- Available for in-house or phone consultation for acute patient clinical problems that cannot be resolved through staff, directors and primary or on-call physician and available for consultation or joint visits in hospital or home when indicated.
Qualifications
- Doctor of medicine or osteopathy degree from an accredited medical school.
- Current and unencumbered license to practice specific to that state you are assigned to work.
- Membership in good standing on the medical staff of at least one contracted hospital.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation and agency required liability insurance to complete home visits.
- Board certification in hospice and palliative care preferred.
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