Physician​/Hospice​/Wisconsin​/Locum​/Hospice​/Palliative Care Physician

Position: Physician / Hospice / Wisconsin / Locum or Permanent / Hospice/Palliative Care Physician Job
Hospice/Palliative Care Physician Madison, WI Are you a dedicated healthcare professional seeking meaningful work in hospice and palliative care? Join a leading facility in Madison, Wisconsin, offering a flexible schedule, competitive hourly pay, and a supportive interdisciplinary team. This full-time locum tenens role provides primary remote work after initial onsite orientation, with low-volume on-call coverage perfect for work-life balance and impactful patient care.

Quick Facts

Location:

Madison, WI (4639 Hammersley Road)

Start Date:

12/14/2026 End Date: 03/15/2027

Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30

PM Shift: Day shift, 8 hours Hours/Week: 40 hours

Employment Type:

Locum tenens

Licenses/Certifications:

WI State License, DEA (likely required)

Experience:

Hospice experience strongly preferred;
Internal Medicine or Hospitalist backgrounds may be considered with hospice experience Pay & Benefits Hourly Rate: $162.24 Benefits:
Competitive pay packages Weekly pay via direct deposit Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2) Paid sick time as per law Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements Robust referral bonus program 24/7 dedicated support team (Pay package discussed upon application) What You ll Do Provide hospice and palliative care consultations for adult patients Conduct admissions, eligibility assessments, recertifications, and verbal certifications Manage symptoms and prescribe medications to improve patient comfort Document clinical activities accurately in electronic medical records (EMR), preferably Epic Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, held every other week, remotely if preferred Offer clinical oversight and guidance to nursing and support staff during home and hospice visits Contribute to death certificate completion and necessary documentation ensuring compliance What You Need

Required:

Board Certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine (preferred) or Internal Medicine/Hospitalist background with hospice experience Wisconsin State Medical License DEA Certification (likely required) Proven hospice experience Preferred:

Experience with EMR systems like Epic Strong communication and documentation skills Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team About the Assignment This position involves providing compassionate, patient-centered hospice and palliative care at a leading facility serving adult patients in Madison, WI. The role offers a balanced schedule with remote flexibility, in a supportive environment committed to quality and compassionate end-of-life care.

You will be pivotal in enhancing patient comfort while collaborating with a dedicated interdisciplinary team. VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ( EEO )/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply