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Internal Medicine, Family Medicine Physician- Chicago, Illinois
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Hospice/Palliative Medicine
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
3/25/21
Cross Country Locums is seeking a Board Certified Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Physician with a minimum two (2) years experience providing inpatient care to palliative medicine patients and/or hospice patients.
For additional information please contact Melissa [Register to View] Office: [Register to View]
Cross Country Locums, formally Medical Doctor Associates, is one of the Largest US Locum Tenens Staffing Firms nationwide; providing complete staffing solutions to the healthcare community. In business for over 30 years, CCL has earned the trust of medical professionals and facilities alike, with our dedication to ongoing satisfaction. Continuous provider and client evaluation feedback speaks well for the quality and competitive advantage of our workforce solutions. Named among the Best of Staffing-Talent for nine consecutive years, Best of Staffing–Client for six years; and Best of Staffing Diamond Talent Winner for five consecutive years. Less than 2% of all staffing companies in the U.S. are awarded this honor.
Board Certification in Palliative Medicine and/or Geriatrics preferred
DEA certificate
Illinois State Medical License and Controlled Substances License in good standing
Inpatient only, no clinic
No call, no weekends
10-12 patients per day
Start Date: ASAP – 3 month minimum with potential to extend
Hours: M-F 9a-5p, no call, no weekends
Scope of work:
- . Patients May include sickle cell, Hem/Onc, Cardiac, Med/Surg ICU, Renal, Dementia, Neurosurgery, general medical. All palliative care patients.
- · Provide inpatient consultation services in palliative care.
- · Facilitate clarification of patient and family goals of care.
- · Consult with the attending physician and the Interdisciplinary Team to establish a written plan of care at intervals specified in the plan.
- · Facilitate access to appropriate supportive care services.
- · Full and appropriate documentation of patient care services to support professional billing for these services.
- · Participation in on-call coverage with the interdisciplinary team.
- · Assist in the development of standards of care.
For additional information please contact Melissa [Register to View] Office: [Register to View]
Cross Country Locums, formally Medical Doctor Associates, is one of the Largest US Locum Tenens Staffing Firms nationwide; providing complete staffing solutions to the healthcare community. In business for over 30 years, CCL has earned the trust of medical professionals and facilities alike, with our dedication to ongoing satisfaction. Continuous provider and client evaluation feedback speaks well for the quality and competitive advantage of our workforce solutions. Named among the Best of Staffing-Talent for nine consecutive years, Best of Staffing–Client for six years; and Best of Staffing Diamond Talent Winner for five consecutive years. Less than 2% of all staffing companies in the U.S. are awarded this honor.