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Hospice/Palliative Care Physician – Madison, WI
Are 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.
Quick Facts
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Preferred:
Join 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.
VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife
Hospice/Palliative Care Physician – Madison, WI
Are 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.
Quick Facts
- Location: Madison, WI
- Start Date: 12/14/2026
- End Date/Duration: 03/15/2027
- Shift: Day shift, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Hours/Week: 40
- Employment Type: Full-time locum tenens
- License/Certifications: WI State License required; DEA likely required
- Experience: Hospice and palliative care experience preferred; internal medicine or hospitalist backgrounds considered
- Hourly Rate: $162.24
- Benefits:
- Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit
- Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
- Robust referral bonus program
- Paid sick time in accordance with applicable laws
- Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable
- Provide hospice and palliative care services to adult patients
- Conduct admissions, eligibility assessments, and recertifications
- Manage symptom control, medication prescriptions, and clinical documentation
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and participate in biweekly IDT meetings
- Support patient comfort at end-of-life, ensuring respectful and compassionate care
- Document care and complete death certificates as needed
- Optional remote work after initial onsite orientation
Required:
- WI Medical License
- DEA registration (likely required)
- Board certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine preferred; internal medicine or hospitalist background considered
- Hospice experience strongly preferred
- Ability to work Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Preferred:
- Previous experience in hospice/home-based care
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
Join 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.
VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife