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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 board-certified physician specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine for a short-term assignment at a hospice facility in Delaware, starting September 22, 2025, for 5 days. The ideal candidate will work Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and must hold a valid Delaware medical license. Key responsibilities include fielding 20-40 daily calls from floor providers, offering expert guidance to ensure high-quality care, and utilizing oncology or internal medicine background in a hospice/palliative care setting.
Facility Type: Hospice facility
Location: Delaware
Length of Assignment: 4 consecutive days
Start Date: September 22, 2025
Hours/Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Key Responsibilities:
- Fielding 20-40 calls per day from providers working on the floor, offering your expertise and guidance to ensure the highest quality of care.
- Utilizing your background in oncology or internal medicine to provide specialized advice and support in a hospice/palliative care setting.
Requirements:
- MD with a valid license in Delaware.
- Required Board Certifications in Hospice and Palliative Medicine.
- Preference for candidates well versed in an advisory role within healthcare environments.
- Proficiency in the EMR system, Netsmart, to maintain accurate patient records and facilitate effective communication with the care team.
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.
