Physician - Hospice/Palliative Care

Hospice/Palliative Care Physician

Presbyterian Medical Group seeks a Board Eligible/Board Certified Hospice/Palliative Care Physician to join our established practice in Albuquerque, New Mexico. We're all about well-being, starting with yours. We offer a nationally competitive salary with relocation allowance available, CME allowance and fully paid malpractice insurance.

Responsibilities:

• Assumes the attending role for hospice patients in the community and in Presbyterian hospice units, unless followed by their PCP.
• As a consultant, works with patient and family to develop a recommended plan of care supports appropriate medical treatment in concordance with the patients goals of care.
• Uses clinical skills to relieve the suffering of patients and their families.
• Provides support and oversight of the work of the hospice care team RN, APN or PAs direct patient care activities, as required by Medical Staff Bylaws.
• Maintains coding and encounter data standards for completeness, accuracy, timeliness and reimbursement level including legible documentation.
• Provides full and appropriate documentation of direct patient care services to support successful billing for all services.

Qualifications:

MD/DO in a primary medical field appropriate to ABHPM standards. Five or more years experience preferred. Prefer fellowship training in Hospice and Palliative Medicine. Board certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine expected within 2 years of employment.

Additional Benefits:

Presbyterian employees gain access to a robust wellness program, including free access to our on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, wellness challenges and more! In addition, we offer all employees a robust, day one effective benefits plan consisting of medical, dental, vision and more. Exceptional retirement plans - 403b retirement savings program with both matching programs and employer contributions.

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services:

Presbyterian Healthcare Services exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with over 14,000 employees - including 1,200 providers and 4,000 nurses.

Our health plan serves more than 600,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid and Commercial health plans.

Living and Working in New Mexico:

• Cultural richness. Immerse yourself in the cultural richness of New Mexico, from historic adobe structures to vibrant festivals celebrating our diverse heritage.
• Outdoor paradise. With over 300 days of sunshine annually, indulge in outdoor activities ranging from hiking the Sandia Mountains to skiing in nearby Taos.
• Community spirit. Our communities are known for their warmth and hospitality, making your transition seamless and enjoyable.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses