Physician / Oncology / Illinois / Locum Tenens / Palliative Care Physician
Company: VITAS Healthcare
Location: Tinley Park
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
About Us VITAS® Healthcare is the nation?s leading provider of
end-of-life care and has the resources and expertise to support
your personal and professional growth. As a member of the VITAS
team, you?ll find fulfillment working for a people-focused
organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of
others. You will be more than just an employee: You will be counted
on as an expert in your field, and as a valued team member whose
efforts are respected and vital to our hospice mission. All VITAS
employees commit to fulfilling their duties and responsibilities
with the highest regard for professionalism, collaboration and
teamwork, and an eye focused constantly on growth and improvement.
We serve with commitment and compassion, and position ourselves for
the future by embracing, innovating, and leading change. If you are
that person, make your voice heard?find your purpose at VITAS
today. Benefits Include: - Competitive compensation - Health,
dental, vision, life and disability insurance - Pre-tax healthcare
and dependent care flexible spending accounts - Life insurance -
401(k) plan with numerous investment options and generous company
match - Cancer and/or critical illness benefit - Tuition
Reimbursement - Paid Time Off - Employee Assistance Program - Legal
Insurance - Roadside Assistance - Affinity Program Job Description
The palliative care physician has responsibility for the medical
care and treatment plan provided for seriously ill patients on the
palliative care service. The physician shall consult and cooperate
with the patient?s attending physician(s). The physician provides
direction and guidance to palliative team members to ensure that
quality care is provided, and to ensure knowledge of and adherence
to palliative care standards, policies and procedures. The
palliative care physician will provide education to both
interdisciplinary palliative care team members as well as to
practicing physicians and others engaged in health care services
regarding palliative care and its potential benefits for patients
with advanced, serious illness. Provide consultation in palliative
care, symptom management and supportive care to meet the needs of
the patient as requested by the referring physician. Facilitate
clarification of patient and family goals of care. Facilitate
access to appropriate support models of care (i.e., hospice,
rehabilitation, on-going aggressive treatment). Assist with
diagnosis, treatment and management of acute and chronic health
conditions. Educate facility staff, co-workers and the community on
all aspects of palliative care and the services provided by VITAS
Palliative Care. Attend, participate, and lead (when applicable)
internal VITAS Palliative Care team meetings. Consult with the
referring physician, the acute care team and other involved
providers to contribute to the patient?s plan of care. Prepare and
maintain accurate patient records, charts and documents to support
the medical practice and reimbursement for services provided.
Prescribe medications and treatments according to patient?s
palliative care needs and in collaboration with the referring
physician. Order diagnostics / treatments as needed after
collaboration with the referring physician. Interpret, evaluate and
communicate diagnostic findings to the appropriate parties.
Collaborate with and supervise palliative care team members. Assist
in development of clinical practice guidelines / standards in
support of quality palliative care as requested by supervisor.
Utilize a customer service approach in all interactions with VITAS
customers. Adhere to the practice of confidentiality regarding
patients, families, staff and the organization. Participate in
on-call rotation as needed. Other duties as requested by
supervisor. Experience: Minimum two years of experience. Knowledge
of the interdisciplinary team concept. Experience in patient
education, care planning and management of pain and other symptoms
for patients with advanced, serious illness is desired. Ability to
communicate tactfully, verbally and in writing with department
heads, managers, coworkers and vendors to resolve problems and
negotiate resolutions. Working knowledge of computers, internet
access, and the ability to navigate within an automated system as
well as a variety of software packages such as Outlook, Excel and
Word. Education: Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy degree from an
accredited university. Certification & Licensure: Licensed to
practice medicine in state. DEA license. Advanced and ongoing
training in palliative medicine, diagnostic skills, symptom
management and communication skills. Board certified or board
eligible in Hospice and Palliative Medicine preferred. Reliable
transportation, current state driver?s license and automobile
insurance. Physical Requirements: Reasonable accommodation may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions of the job. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
EOE/AA M/F/D/V Working Hours: Full time M-F
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