Hospice/Palliative Medicine Physician Assistant

Palliative Care NP/PA opening in La Plata, MDLocated in La Plata, MD; Washington DC 35mFull time, permanent positionBoard CertifiedConducts family meetings.Performs consults and follow up visits as neededCreate, direct, coordinate, and supervise the patient care plans dailyConduct/order diagnostic tests, and analyze results and prescribe indicated treatments and therapiesRound on existing hospitalist patients in multidisciplinary rounds if askedWork as part of an integrated team with care management, nursing, pharmacy, etc.Assist in patient education and goal settingParticipate and adhere to all quality metrics and goals as established and directed by the client/hospitalSubmit accurate and timely charges for all professional services performedAttend committee, CQI and management meetings, as appropriateREQUIREMENTS1+ years of experience as an Advanced Practice Provider in an acute role, preferably long-term care or skilled nursing facility or similar inpatient experience requiredGraduate of an accredited school and program, respective to role (PA-C, or NP)Licensure to practice medicine in good standing, with the state governing bodyFederal DEA certification in good standingState CDS in good standingPossess strong clinical skills and demonstrate competency in providing comprehensive health care including evaluation, diagnosis and treatmentFlexibility and organizational skills to work autonomouslyProven skills, knowledge base, and judgment necessary for independent clinical decision makingBENEFITS:Competitive salary and bonus packageComprehensive benefits including Health, dental, vision, CME, 401k, ST/LT disability and life insuranceLeadership and training programs availableMalpractice insurance with tail, 100% company paidCross-training opportunitiesIncentives for improved productivity and quality careManageable caseloadsFlexibility in schedulingRecognition of service outside of workWe offer flexibility and work-life balance