Medical Doctor - Family Medicine

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: 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.