Hospice and Palliative Care Physician - Augusta, ME: Sign-On Incentives, Student Loan Repayment Job at Veterans Health Administration, Augusta, ME

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  • Veterans Health Administration
  • Augusta, ME

Job Description

HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CARE PHYSICIAN

TOGUS VA MEDICAL CENTER

AUGUSTA, ME

Hospice and Palliative Care Physician – Augusta, ME: Sign-On Incentives, Student Loan Repayment

A sign-on bonus or relocation incentive may be available for qualified candidates.

The Hospice and Palliative Care (H&PC) Physician is an integral part of the H&PC program at Togus VA which includes an integrated inpatient and outpatient program. The H&PC Physician works closely with the Palliative Care Team consisting of H&PC Medical Director, Nurse Practitioner, Hospice Unit Nurse Manager, RN Coordinator, Social Worker and Chaplain to provide:

    1. Care of patients in the 12-bed hospice and palliative care unit
    2. Participation in Hospice On-call program
    3. Inpatient consultative services in the acute hospital and long term care areas
    4. Outpatient consultative services in the geriatric and specialty care clinics
    5. Telemedicine consultative services for patients unable to travel to Augusta
    6. Management of patients in hospice home care.
    7. Supervision and training of H&PC fellows in collaboration with Maine Medical Center

Work Schedule: M-F, 8-4:30pm

Living in the Togus, ME area offers a balanced and comfortable lifestyle with convenient access to the amenities of nearby Augusta. The region provides well ‑ maintained neighborhoods, local services, and opportunities for recreation along the Kennebec River and surrounding parks. Residents appreciate the area’s calm pace, reliable community resources, and proximity to coastal destinations, making it a practical and appealing place to call home.

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) Eligible: EDRP is a student loan reimbursement program valued at up to $200,000. Eligibility requirements apply.

VA Maine Healthcare System does not discriminate in employment and follows federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination.

Job Tags

Local area, Relocation package

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