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LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Hospitalist MD in Delaware!
About The Position
 We are seeking a skilled Hospice/Palliative Medicine Physician for a locum tenens position at a hospice facility in Delaware. This 40-day assignment offers a flexible schedule of Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with a minimum of three days per week, starting on date 06/02/2025. The position is initially set for three months with the possibility of extension. The physician will provide expert advice to on-floor providers, handling 20-40 calls per day related to hospice and palliative care, including cases involving cardiac issues, cancer, Alzheimer's, and ALS. This role focuses on supporting hospice and palliative care teams without direct patient interaction.
Job Details:
Location: Delaware
Facility Type: Hospice
Start Date: 06/02/2025
LOA: 40 days (with potential for 3 months or longer)
Provider Type Needed: Physician specializing in Hospice/Palliative Medicine
Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (minimum 3 days/week)
Job Responsibilities and Duties:
• Provide expert consultations for hospice and palliative care cases
• Advise on-floor providers on patient care strategies
• Handle 20-40 calls per day related to various end-of-life care scenarios
• Offer guidance on cardiac, cancer, Alzheimer's, and ALS cases
• Support hospice and palliative care teams with medical expertise
• Participate in Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) discussions
• Recommend appropriate pain management and symptom control measures
• Assist in developing and modifying care plans as needed
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records using Netsmart system
• Stay current with advancements in hospice and palliative medicine
• Adhere to all facility policies and procedures
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives in end-of-life care
Additional Information:
• Delaware state medical license required
• Board certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine
• Experience with Netsmart system is beneficial
• No direct patient interaction required
• Potential for assignment extension beyond initial three months
Apply now to learn more!
Benefits:
• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.
Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.
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About Barton Associates
The Locum Tenens Experts
Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help.
The Best Talent in the Industry
Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry – ready to go when you are.
Maximize Patient Access And Revenue
Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation.
Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive
- Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between – you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffiÂng solutions your organization needs to thrive.
A Proactive Approach
- We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they’re ready to work in your state at a moment’s notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need – greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen staffing challenges.
Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process
- From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you – so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we’ll take care of the rest!
Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided
- Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides ‘A’ rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge.
Industry Leading Support
- When you work with Barton, you’re supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal — to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible.
