Physician Hospice/Palliative Medicine - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Hospice/Palliative Care Physician – Lake Saint Louis, MO \n
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\nAre you a compassionate healthcare professional seeking a rewarding role in hospice and palliative care? Join a leading facility in Lake Saint Louis, MO, offering a flexible schedule, competitive hourly pay, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives. Start your next chapter on 12/14/2026 and enjoy comprehensive support every step of the way.\n
\n Quick Facts\n

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• Location: Lake Saint Louis, MO
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• Start Date: 12/14/2026
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• End Date: 03/15/2027
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• Schedule: Full-time, weekdays (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM)
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• Shift: Day shift, 8 hours
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• Hours/Week: 40
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• Employment Type: Contract (locum tenens)
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• Licenses/Certifications: MO state license; DEA required; Board Certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine preferred
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• Experience: Hospice experience required or strongly preferred
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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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  • Competitive pay packages
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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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  • 24/7 dedicated team support throughout your assignment
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\n What You’ll Do\n

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• Provide expert hospice and palliative care to primarily adult patients in home-based and hospice settings
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• Conduct admissions, eligibility assessments, recertifications, and verbal certifications
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• Manage patient symptoms and prescribe medications as needed
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• Oversee clinical documentation and ensure compliance with healthcare standards
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• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and collaborate with nursing and support staff
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• Offer clinical oversight, guidance, and quality assurance in patient care
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• Occasional in-person visits and on-call responsibilities to support patient needs
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\n What You Need\n
Required: \n
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• Valid Missouri medical license
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• DEA certification (likely required)
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• Board certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine or Internal Medicine/Hospitalist background with hospice experience
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• Hospice experience preferred
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Preferred: \n
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• Proficiency with Epic EMR or similar software
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• Strong communication and collaborative skills
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\n About the Assignment\n
\nJoin a dedicated team providing compassionate hospice and palliative care. This full-time locum position offers a balanced schedule with significant professional support, making it an ideal opportunity for experienced physicians seeking to impact patient quality of life in a supportive environment.\n
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VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife. \n