Physician - Hospice & Palliative Care

Summary The WPB VA has a designated role in the service that serves as the Attending Physician and Palliative care provider in the Geriatrics and Extended Care service in the community living center, inpatient, and outpatient care at the VA WPB Health Care system. The incumbent provides clinical services in Hospice, Palliative care and Geriatrics for veterans enrolled in the VAWPB Health care system. They will also be a teaching faculty member in our Hospice & Palliative care fellowship programs. Responsibilities They will have the following duties and responsibilities: A. Serves as a resource to senior management and other clinical and administrative leaders on issues impacting the delivery of care for veteran's who use the Geriatrics Department services. B. Assists team members in maintaining a comprehensive program in Hospice, Palliative care, and Geriatrics to ensure compliance with Veterans Health Administration (VHA) guidelines and Directives and other relevant standards. C. Take...