Hospice Team Physician / San Diego / Full Time (552) bei Sharp Community Medical Group
Sharp Community Medical Group · San Diego, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite
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Position: Hospice Team Physician at SharpCare Medical Group
Location: San Diego, CA
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: $280,000 to $315,000.00 (Based on experience)
About Us:
Welcome to SharpCare Medical Group, a beacon of innovation in the heart of San Diego, California. Our rapidly expanding medical group, supported by a robust Independent Physician Association, delivers both the allure of a large practice and the personalized touch of a smaller one. At SharpCare Medical Group, we merge the freedom of independent practice with comprehensive support services, freeing you to focus on what you do best: caring for patients. Join us in America’s Finest City and thrive in a professional landscape designed to fulfill your aspirations without the administrative hassle.
Job Summary:
Serve as the physician designee when the Medical Director is not available pursuant to a mutually agreed upon schedule, including being available to Hospice staff for clinical guidance and patient care needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Educational Excellence: NP / MSN (or advanced practitioner degree) or equivalent PA degree.
- Licensure: Current NP CA License - Board Certification or eligibility in internal medicine, pediatrics, or family medicine.
- Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to connect and collaborate for impactful patient and team interactions.
- Team Physician will have the following responsibilities for each Hospice patient for whom Team Physician has administrative responsibility:
- Reviews and documents the clinical information for each Hospice patient and provides written certification that it is anticipated that the patient's life expectancy is 6 months or less if the illness runs its normal course, taking in to consideration the following:
(1) The primary terminal condition
(2) Identification of all related and unrelated diagnoses
(3) Current subjective and objective medical findings
(4) Identification of medication regimen and determines which medications are hospice related/covered and which are not.
(5) Reviews the recommended treatment interventions per attending MD and provide input into appropriateness related to terminal illness and Hospice plan of care. - Works closely with Utilization Review Department to correctly identify the most appropriate ICD 10 codes.
- Before the recertification period for each patient, reviews the patient's clinical information and determines continued eligibility in collaboration with attending MD. Documents according to Medicare requirements for recertification.
- Participates in the establishment of the plan of care in conjunction with the attending physician and interdisciplinary team prior to providing care.
- In conjunction with the patient's attending physician and the interdisciplinary team review, establish the plan of care at intervals no greater than 15 days.
- Reviews and signs C2 (Controlled Drugs) prescriptions and returns to Pharmacy provider as required by law.
Reviews and signs Death Certificates ensuring accuracy of information and returns to mortuary. - Is available to facilitate communication between the medical staff and Hospice staff as needed.
- Makes home visits with Hospice staff as warranted for clinical guidance and changes in the Hospice Plan of Care.
- May assume attending physician role for patients on General In-Patient level of Care in the Hospice homes and Sharp Hospitals for which medical privileges exist; however such services attending physician services may not be included in Administrative Services which are billed to Hospice.
- Documents in the Electronic Health Record per agency protocol.
- Performs Face-to-face encounter visits in accordance with Medicare requirements and Hospice policy.
- Participates in educating Hospice staff through formal and informal in-services.
- Participates in Case Conference meetings to review active cases as requested.
Make Your Mark in Sunny San Diego:
At SharpCare Medical Group, you’re not just joining a team; you’re becoming part of a family. A family that values your expertise, supports your growth, and celebrates your achievements. Here, your professional aspirations and personal dreams don’t just coexist—they flourish. Dive into a career that's as fulfilling as the sunny days of San Diego. Apply today and redefine what it means to be a Nurse Practitioner.
Benefits - Why You'll Love Working With Us:
- Comprehensive Healthcare Package: Medical/Dental/Vision
- Retirement Planning: Robust retirement benefits to secure your future
- Generous Time Off: Paid Time Off, Sick Time
- Continuing Education: CME Allowance
SharpCare an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class.
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