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Posted 20 July, 2026

Geriatric Medicine, Hospice & Palliative Care Physician - Togus VA Medical Center Augusta, ME

Aptive Resources (Artemis ARC)
Augusta, ME, US Full Time

Job Description

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Staff Geriatrics, Hospice & Palliative Care Physician

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Togus VA Medical Center Augusta, Maine
\n Full-Time | MondayFriday | Four 10 Hour Shifts | Minimal Call

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\n The Togus VA Medical Center in Augusta, Maine is seeking a Hospice & Palliative Care Physician to join a dedicated, interdisciplinary team serving our nations Veterans. This is an excellent opportunity to provide high-quality, patient-centered care in a mission-driven federal healthcare system with a predictable schedule and strong clinical support.\n
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Position Highlights

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  • Full-time, MondayFriday schedule (four 10-hour shifts)
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  • Minimal call home call every 68 weeks
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  • Blend of inpatient, outpatient, and telehealth hospice/palliative care
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  • Practice within a 12-bed inpatient hospice unit (Togus Springs)
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  • Collaborative interdisciplinary team including nursing, social work, chaplain, and administrative support
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  • Opportunities for teaching and mentoring residents, fellows, and students
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  • Participate in program development and quality improvement initiatives
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Compensation & Benefits

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  • Competitive salary: $200,000$315,000
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  • Sign-on and retention incentives available
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  • Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) eligibility up to $200,000
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  • Comprehensive federal benefits package, including:
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  • Health, dental and vision insurance
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  • Federal retirement plan with matching contributions
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  • Generous PTO and federal holidays
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  • Malpractice coverage
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  • Continuing education support
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Position Responsibilities

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  • Provide comprehensive hospice and palliative care across inpatient, outpatient and long-term care and home settings.
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  • Manage complex pain and symptom control for patients with serious illness
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  • Lead goals-of-care and end of-life planning
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  • Collaborate within a multidisciplinary care team to ensure high-quality patient outcomes
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  • Support education and training of medical learners.
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Qualifications

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  • MD or DO from an accredited medical school
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  • U.S. citizenship required
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  • Board eligible in Hospice & Palliative Medicine upon hire; board certification within two years
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  • Current, full, unrestricted medical license in any U.S. state or territory
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  • Experience in hospice, palliative care or advanced illness management preferred.
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