Physician Hospice/Palliative Medicine - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Hospice/Palliative Care Physician – Madison, WI \n
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\nAre you a compassionate healthcare professional seeking a flexible schedule with a leading facility in Madison, Wisconsin? Enjoy a rewarding full-time role offering a competitive hourly pay rate, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to make a difference in patients' lives. Start your new journey on 12/14/2026 with a supportive interdisciplinary team.\n
\n Quick Facts\n

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• Location: Madison, WI
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• Start Date: 12/14/2026
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• End Date/Duration: 03/15/2027
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• Shift: Day shift, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
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• Hours/Week: 40
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• Employment Type: Full-time locum tenens
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• License/Certifications: WI State License required; DEA likely required
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• Experience: Hospice and palliative care experience preferred; internal medicine or hospitalist backgrounds considered
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\n Pay & Benefits\n

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• Hourly Rate: $162.24
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• Benefits: \n
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  • Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit
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  • Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
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  • Robust referral bonus program
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  • Paid sick time in accordance with applicable laws
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  • Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable
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\n What You’ll Do\n

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• Provide hospice and palliative care services to adult patients
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• Conduct admissions, eligibility assessments, and recertifications
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• Manage symptom control, medication prescriptions, and clinical documentation
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• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and participate in biweekly IDT meetings
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• Support patient comfort at end-of-life, ensuring respectful and compassionate care
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• Document care and complete death certificates as needed
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• Optional remote work after initial onsite orientation
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\n What You Need\n
Required: \n
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• WI Medical License
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• DEA registration (likely required)
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• Board certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine preferred; internal medicine or hospitalist background considered
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• Hospice experience strongly preferred
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• Ability to work Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
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Preferred: \n
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• Previous experience in hospice/home-based care
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• Strong collaboration and communication skills
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\n About the Assignment\n
\nJoin a dedicated team in providing compassionate hospice and palliative care in Madison, Wisconsin. This full-time locum position offers a supportive environment, flexible schedule options, and a chance to positively impact patients nearing end-of-life. The role involves clinical oversight, documentation, and collaboration with interdisciplinary staff, primarily working remotely after initial setup.\n
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\nVHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife\n