Hospice - Physician Job at Sharp Community Medical Group, San Diego, CA

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  • Sharp Community Medical Group
  • San Diego, CA

Job Description

Hospice - Physician at Sharp Community Medical Group summary:

The Hospice Team Physician provides clinical and administrative oversight for hospice patients, ensuring compliance with Medicare regulations and high standards of end-of-life care. Responsibilities include certifying patient eligibility, reviewing treatment plans, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and conducting home visits. The role also involves educating staff, managing documentation, and serving as the physician designee when needed.

Position: Hospice Team Physician at SharpCare Medical Group

Location: San Diego, CA

Employment Type: Full Time

Salary: $275,000 to $290,000.00 (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. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Team Physician to provide essential administrative and clinical services to hospice patients. This role is critical in maintaining high standards of care and ensuring compliance with Medicare guidelines.

Description of Services and Responsibilities

Administrative Services

  • Serve as the physician designee (as defined in 42 CFR §418.3) when the Medical Director is unavailable, according to a mutually agreed schedule.
  • Be available to hospice staff for clinical guidance and patient care needs.

Patient Responsibilities

  • Review and document clinical information for each hospice patient and certify life expectancy of six months or less, considering:
    • Primary terminal condition
    • Related and unrelated diagnoses
    • Subjective and objective medical findings
    • Medication regimen (hospice-related/covered vs. non-covered)
    • Recommended treatment interventions and appropriateness
  • Collaborate with the attending physician and interdisciplinary team to:
    • Establish and review the plan of care at intervals no greater than 15 days
    • Determine continued eligibility before each recertification period (§ 418.21(a))
    • Participate in case conference meetings as requested
  • Work with the Utilization Review Department to identify appropriate ICD-10 codes.
  • Review and sign C2 (Controlled Drugs) prescriptions and death certificates, ensuring legal compliance and accuracy.
  • Make home visits with hospice staff for clinical guidance and care plan adjustments.
  • Facilitate communication between medical and hospice staff as needed.
  • May assume attending physician role for General In-Patient level of care in hospice homes and Sharp Hospitals (with privileges), though these services are not billed as administrative services.
  • Document in the Electronic Health Record per agency protocol.
  • Perform face-to-face encounter visits per Medicare and hospice policy.
  • Educate hospice staff through formal and informal in-services.

If you are passionate about end-of-life care and want to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply and join our dedicated team.

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.

Keywords:

hospice care, end-of-life care, physician designee, Medicare compliance, clinical guidance, patient certification, electronic health records, home visits, palliative care, SharpCare Medical Group

Job Tags

Full time,

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