JourneyCare Hospice is seeking an Associate Medical Director in Chicago, IL. New competitive salaries, immediate opening available, generous time off packages, 401K + match and so much more!

Apply today and start your career with JourneyCare!

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school of medicine with a current license as a Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy in the state(s) of practice.
• Must have at least one year of demonstrated work experience in hospice or in another setting managing the care of terminally ill patients.
• Understands hospice philosophy, issues of death/dying, and palliative care principles.
• Must have admission privileges at one or more hospitals in the hospice's geographical service area.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
• Demonstrates excellent observation, problem solving, verbal and written communications.
• Shows ability to organize and prioritize workload independently.
• Continuing Education Requirements: Organization personnel are expected to participate in appropriate continuing education as may be requested and/or required by their immediate supervisor. This position requires a minimum of 8 education hours. In addition, organization personnel are expected to accept personal responsibility for other educational activities to enhance job related skills and abilities. All personnel must attend mandatory educational programs.

HOURS: Monday-Friday 8AM-4:30PM

On Call Expectations: On call for the Inpatient Unit Monday-Thursday Nights

LOCATION: Chicago, IL.

What We offer:

• Great culture and team atmosphere
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, disability)
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
• Generous time off accruals
• Paid holidays
• Mileage reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Merit Increases
• Employee Discount Programs

What You’ll Do:

• Certifies and recertifies patients' medical eligibility for hospice services in accordance with hospice program policy and Local Clinical Determination guidelines.
• Attends all Interdisciplinary Group Meetings as the physician team member.
• Provides Face to Face medical assessment of patient's eligibility for continued admission as required by CFR Section 1306.11 when requested by the hospice team.
• Provides such care to hospice patients in their personal residence, skilled nursing facility, assisted living facility or local hospital.
• Documents initial certifications, re-certifications, physician orders, and face to face assessments in a timely and complete manner utilizing the appropriate format to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrates exceptional service to patients, families, referral sources, co-workers, and other customers.

TEXT 7765 to 847-416-8078 to APPLY!