Full Job Description
Umbrella Healthcare, a leading provider of comprehensive primary care, mental health, and palliative care services in Phoenix, Arizona, is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Palliative Care Physician Assistant to join our team. This is a unique opportunity for a professional who has a passion for geriatric care and a commitment to providing end-of-life support.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide palliative care services to patients in various settings, including office days and field visits to SNFs, assisted living facilities, memory care units, and other care facilities.
Conduct comprehensive assessments to determine patients’ palliative care needs.
Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
Manage symptoms and provide relief from pain and other distressing symptoms.
Offer guidance and support to patients and their families regarding end-of-life care and decision-making.
Coordinate care with other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.
Document all patient encounters accurately and timely in the electronic medical record system.
Requirements:
Certified Physician Assistant with a valid Arizona license.
Prior experience in hospice and palliative care preferred.
Strong commitment to providing compassionate care to geriatric patients and those facing life-limiting illnesses.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
Reliable transportation and appropriate insurance coverage as required by Arizona law.
Comfortable with mobile visits and representing Umbrella Healthcare professionally in the field.
Benefits:
Full-time contract position as a 1099 contractor.
Competitive compensation based on experience.
Health, dental, and vision benefits available after 90 days.
Opportunities for professional growth and development in the field of palliative care.
If you are a dedicated Physician Assistant with a passion for palliative care and a desire to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity with Umbrella Healthcare.
We offer competitive compensation packages, including benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals today!
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not include any specific contact information. Please do not include any personal contact information in your application.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $115,000.00 – $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Healthcare setting:
- Clinic
- Group home
- Long term care
- Medical office
- Nursing home
- Post-acute care
- Private practice
- Skilled nursing facility
Medical specialties:
- General Practice
- Geriatrics
- Hospice & Palliative Medicine
- Hospital Medicine
- Internal Medicine
- Primary Care
- Wound Care
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- Phoenix, AZ: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person