About this opportunity
Howard-Sloan Search, Inc. lists this Hospice/Palliative Medicine Physician opportunity in portland, Oregon. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Premium Rates Ongoing Need Telehealth-Based Role
Providence Hospice, part of Providence St. Joseph Health , is seeking at least two (2) Hospice & Palliative Medicine physicians for an ongoing locum tenens assignment providing telehealth coverage for the Portland, OR metro area.
This is a long-term vacancy search with competitive rates and a strong emphasis on quality and continuity of care.
Assignment Overview Specialty: Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Start Date: January 16, 2026
Duration: Ongoing
Providers Needed: 2 physicians
Practice Setting: 100% Telehealth
EMR: Epic
Coverage Type: Scheduled clinical hours + call
Facility: Providence Hospice (Portland Metro / SW Washington coverage)
Schedule & Call Monday Friday: 8:00 AM 5:00 PM (lunch as able)
Guaranteed Hours: 8 hours per day
Overtime: Applies after 9 hours/day
Call:
4 6 weeknights per month
1 weekend per month
Shared call between Portland & Medford
Call Details:
Mix of admissions, symptom management, crisis visits, GIP admits
Weeknight volume varies (may range from minimal calls to multiple admits)
Weekend volume can be busy depending on census and complexity
NP coverage may overlap at times
Patient & Clinical Scope Telehealth hospice visits and consults
IDT participation
Medical consults
CTIs and admissions
Shared census (Portland currently 350 patients across providers)
Licensure & Requirements Active Oregon medical license + OR DEA (required)
Active Washington medical license + WA DEA (required)- We can help with WA Licensure!
Patients are treated in SW Washington as part of the Portland metro area
Board Certified or Truly Board Eligible (within 5 years of residency)
Preferred Background:
Hospice & Palliative Medicine
FM or IM physicians must have substantial hospice experience
BLS required
Additional Notes Telehealth role no hospital privileges required
No admissions or rounding responsibilities
Multiple providers accepted
Epic EMR experience preferred
If you are an experienced Hospice & Palliative physician looking for a stable, telehealth-focused locums opportunity with a respected health system , this role offers excellent work-life balance and long-term consistency.
Reach out to discuss rates, call expectations, and onboarding details.
Who can apply
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