Join one of the nation’s largest, most respected health systems and experience what it means to live well. Advocate Health is seeking a Hospice Physician to join our physician-led medical group as an Associate Medical Director and serve its patients with Aurora’s Home Hospice program in Wisconsin.
Position highlights
- Competitive Compensation
- Straight Salary $131, 575 - $131,575
- Generous Sign-On Bonus.
- Flexible Schedule
- Part-time effort (0.50fte)
- Hours 8am – 5pm
- Shared virtual call approximately 1:6 E
- Evaluate patients for qualifying terminal diagnoses and continued eligibility for hospice care.
- Complete certificates of terminal illness and review interdisciplinary care plans
- Provide evolving symptom management, medication stewardship, and controlled substance monitoring for terminally ill patients
- Serve as attending physician patients who prefer not to return to the office, managing acute medical concerns for these patients
- Management of acute outpatient concerns and complications of our home hospice Attend interdisciplinary group (IDG) meetings per Medicare requirements
- Address polypharmacy concerns and ensure appropriate deprescribing while referencing our formulary
- Facilitate transitions for patients needing General Inpatient (GIP) or respite care to appropriate facilities
- Communicate and collaborate with care team members, providing education on hospice philosophy and benefits
- EPIC EMR
- Be part of an integrated nationally recognized organization with physician-led medical group and embedded service line
- Leverage access to DAX Copilot, an AI-powered clinical documentation tool integrated with Epic, streamlining clinical workflows by generating draft patient notes for efficient review, editing, and signature
- Experience a diverse and inclusive environment ensuring safe and equitable care for all patients
Training and/or experience required
- Completion of an accredited Residency Program
- Completion of an accredited Hospice and Palliative Medicine Fellowship, Preferred
- BE/BC
Benefits and more
- Paid Time Off programs for eligible positions
- Health and welfare benefits such as health, dental, vision, life and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) plan with up to 3% employer match, in addition to a 3% company contribution for a total employer contribution of up to 6% and other financial wellness programs
- Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as parental leave, adoption assistance and surrogacy assistance
- Educational Assistance Program
- Paid medical liability insurance
- CME allowance
- Relocation assistance up to $12,000
About Aurora Home Hospice
Aurora Health at Home’s hospice program offers compassionate medical care, comfort, and support for individuals and families facing end-of-life decisions. Our dedicated hospice professionals provide personalized care to people of all ages, ensuring peace, dignity, and guidance through every step of the journey.
About Racine, Wisconsin
Nestled between Milwaukee and Chicago, Racine offers a unique blend of urban vibrancy, architectural beauty, and natural serenity. Its lively downtown features historic architecture, a bustling lakefront, and the iconic designs of Frank Lloyd Wright, adding sophistication to its charm. The sparkling shores of Lake Michigan and nearby inland lakes provide endless opportunities for waterfront recreation, while the surrounding rolling farmlands offer tranquility and scenic escapes. With its convenient location and perfect balance of city amenities and small-town charm, Racine is a dynamic and welcoming community, ready to inspire new adventures and provide an exceptional place to call home.
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit integrated health system in the United States. Advocate Health has a combined footprint across six states – Alabama, Georgia, Illinois, North Carolina, South Carolina and Wisconsin. We are a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. In Illinois and Wisconsin, we serve nearly 3 million patients annually across 29 hospitals and more than 500 sites of care. We are a leading employer in the Midwest, proudly supporting a diverse team of over 77,000. This includes more than 4,200 employed physicians and over 2,500 Advanced Practice Clinicians within our physician-led medical group.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion every single day and in everything we do. By cultivating an atmosphere of acceptance and compassion, we create a welcoming environment where our patients can heal, our teammates can thrive, and our business can grow. As a teammate, working in a diverse setting allows you the chance to grow in ways that will broaden your perspective to deliver the best possible patient care.
