LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Hospitalist MD in Maine.
About The Position This opportunity begins on May 5, 2025, and spans 20 days, requiring 4 hours per week of virtual coverage. The ideal candidate will provide expert oversight and guidance for hospice patients and staff, working flexibly within a Monday to Friday schedule.
Job Details:
Location: Maine (Virtual setting)
Facility Type : Hospice
Start Date : May 5, 2025
LOA : 20 days
Provider Type Needed : Hospice/Palliative Medicine Physician
Schedule : 4 hours per week, 1 hour per day (preferably Monday and Friday, with flexibility)
Responsibilities and Duties:
• Provide virtual consultations and oversight for hospice patients
• Establish and implement treatment plans for hospice care
• Supervise and support Nurse Practitioners and CNAs in patient care
• Handle medication changes and adjustments as needed
• Oversee a hospice caseload of approximately 2 patients
• Attend Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) meetings every 15 days to review treatment plans
• Prescribe medications for hospice patients (DEA license required)
• Provide guidance on complex cases and treatment plan adjustments
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records
• Collaborate with the hospice team to ensure high-quality, compassionate care
Additional Information:
• Maine medical license required for this position
• DEA license required for prescribing medications
• Strong experience in hospice and palliative care is essential
• Comfort with virtual consultations and telemedicine platforms
• Flexibility to work primarily on Mondays and Fridays, with one day off in between
• Opportunity for assignment extension may be available
Apply now to learn more.
Benefits:
• Strong compensation
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.
Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.
EXPPLAT
About Barton AssociatesThe Locum Tenens Experts
Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help.
The Best Talent in the Industry
Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry - ready to go when you are.
Maximize Patient Access And Revenue
Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive
- Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between - you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffi ng solutions your organization needs to thrive.
A Proactive Approach
- We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they're ready to work in your state at a moment's notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need - greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen staffing challenges.
Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process
- From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you - so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we'll take care of the rest.
Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided
- Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides 'A' rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge.
Industry Leading Support
- When you work with Barton, you're supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal - to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible.
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