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• Employed Position with Partnership Track
• Local Autonomy with National Resources
• Generous Financial Package
• Relocation Allowance, Signing Bonus & Annual CME

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Job Summary of the Material Control Technician

The Material Control Technician will help support and execute process controls for human tissue, critical supplies, and support functions throughout the Axogen Processing Center cGMP facility for surgical transplantation while ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state and AATB/FDA regulations. The Material Control Technician will support the Supervisor, Lead Technician and Engineering team as required in the Manufacturing and Processing Operations.

Requirements of the Material Control Technician

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Experience in a cGMP environment is preferred, not required
• Forklift Cetification is preferred, not required
• ERP system experience is preferred, not required
• Must be proficient and able to effectively assist in training of current processes.
• Experience in 1 or more additional cross-functional support skills required (e.g. environmental monitoring, inventory recording, etc.).
• Ability to make decisions based on awareness of area operations is necessary.
• Good written/verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills and analytical troubleshooting skills.
• Must be able to deal with people under high pressure and in a constantly changing environment.
• Must be able to travel to and work at other Axogen locations on an as needed basis.
• Requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Requires the following physical abilities: mental acuity, visual acuity, walking and standing for longer period of time, repetitive motion, speaking, grasping, manual dexterity, talking, and hearing.

Responsibilities of the Material Control Technician

The specific duties of the Material Control Technician include but are not limited to:

• Receives, stores, picks and ships raw materials, supplies and/or finished products in conjunction with internal and external requirements.
• Handles, moves and stores various non-hazardous and hazardous materials.
• Coordinates timely accurate flow of materials from warehouse inventory to work-in-process/production areas.
• Coordinates timely accurate flow of finished products to support shipments to customers and other destinations.
• Responsible for implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system, including maintaining proper first in and first out.
• Store, issue, or prepare materials in the warehouse, verifying the lot number, quantity, release status and any other unique identifiers using good documentation practices.
• Check materials against packaging lists, invoices, freight bills or other pertinent documentation to assure conformity and accuracy.
• Deliver materials to processing areas in a timely manner, maintain proper FIFO flow of raw materials and other time sensitive supplies.
• Maintain and sustain organized workspaces for tissue, supplies, and finished goods warehouse areas.
• Maintain accurate records and reconcile inventory errors.
• Accountable for personal safety and adhering to the safety guidelines.
• Must supply materials to functional areas or move to and from dock areas to maintain efficient shipping and receiving operations.
• This position is accountable for complying with applicable FDA (GMP), USDA, OSHA and Axogen regulations, policies, procedures or guidelines, assembly and review, processing, debridement, cleaning, safety, cleanroom behavior and documentation as needed.
• Participate in daily stand-up meetings, continuous improvement projects, adhere to established work practices like Kanban signals, and 5S initiatives.
• Performs other duties as directed by Supervisor.
• May be required to work in other Axogen roles or departments as needed.
• Complies with all company policies, procedures and SOPs.
• Required to cover call schedule, to include, holidays and weekends as assigned.

Working & Environmental Conditions

• Subject to handle potential infectious human tissue, nerves, umbilical cords, blood and bodily fluids. Also, subject to handle chemicals and hazardous / non-hazardous waste. Work involves risks or discomforts which require proper standard and universal precautions in a Biomedical manufacturing environment e.g., use of safe workplace practices with manufacturing equipment, wearing PPE during various tasks/activities including but not limited to, gowns, gloves, masks and safety glasses. Potential exposure to latex from gloves.
• May be required to sit for 2-4 hours or more debriding and evaluating unprocessed and processed human tissue. Required to wear surgical magnification loupes for 2-4 hours or more to evaluate tissue unprocessed and processed tissue.

Location

913 Industrial Drive Place, Vandalia, OH  45377

Benefits/Compensation

Job Summary of the Material Control Technician

The Material Control Technician will help support and execute process controls for human tissue, critical supplies, and support functions throughout the Axogen Processing Center cGMP facility for surgical transplantation while ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state and AATB/FDA regulations. The Material Control Technician will support the Supervisor, Lead Technician and Engineering team as required in the Manufacturing and Processing Operations.

Requirements of the Material Control Technician

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Experience in a cGMP environment is preferred, not required
• Forklift Cetification is preferred, not required
• ERP system experience is preferred, not required
• Must be proficient and able to effectively assist in training of current processes.
• Experience in 1 or more additional cross-functional support skills required (e.g. environmental monitoring, inventory recording, etc.).
• Ability to make decisions based on awareness of area operations is necessary.
• Good written/verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills and analytical troubleshooting skills.
• Must be able to deal with people under high pressure and in a constantly changing environment.
• Must be able to travel to and work at other Axogen locations on an as needed basis.
• Requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Requires the following physical abilities: mental acuity, visual acuity, walking and standing for longer period of time, repetitive motion, speaking, grasping, manual dexterity, talking, and hearing.

Responsibilities of the Material Control Technician

The specific duties of the Material Control Technician include but are not limited to:

• Receives, stores, picks and ships raw materials, supplies and/or finished products in conjunction with internal and external requirements.
• Handles, moves and stores various non-hazardous and hazardous materials.
• Coordinates timely accurate flow of materials from warehouse inventory to work-in-process/production areas.
• Coordinates timely accurate flow of finished products to support shipments to customers and other destinations.
• Responsible for implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system, including maintaining proper first in and first out.
• Store, issue, or prepare materials in the warehouse, verifying the lot number, quantity, release status and any other unique identifiers using good documentation practices.
• Check materials against packaging lists, invoices, freight bills or other pertinent documentation to assure conformity and accuracy.
• Deliver materials to processing areas in a timely manner, maintain proper FIFO flow of raw materials and other time sensitive supplies.
• Maintain and sustain organized workspaces for tissue, supplies, and finished goods warehouse areas.
• Maintain accurate records and reconcile inventory errors.
• Accountable for personal safety and adhering to the safety guidelines.
• Must supply materials to functional areas or move to and from dock areas to maintain efficient shipping and receiving operations.
• This position is accountable for complying with applicable FDA (GMP), USDA, OSHA and Axogen regulations, policies, procedures or guidelines, assembly and review, processing, debridement, cleaning, safety, cleanroom behavior and documentation as needed.
• Participate in daily stand-up meetings, continuous improvement projects, adhere to established work practices like Kanban signals, and 5S initiatives.
• Performs other duties as directed by Supervisor.
• May be required to work in other Axogen roles or departments as needed.
• Complies with all company policies, procedures and SOPs.
• Required to cover call schedule, to include, holidays and weekends as assigned.

Working & Environmental Conditions

• Subject to handle potential infectious human tissue, nerves, umbilical cords, blood and bodily fluids. Also, subject to handle chemicals and hazardous / non-hazardous waste. Work involves risks or discomforts which require proper standard and universal precautions in a Biomedical manufacturing environment e.g., use of safe workplace practices with manufacturing equipment, wearing PPE during various tasks/activities including but not limited to, gowns, gloves, masks and safety glasses. Potential exposure to latex from gloves.
• May be required to sit for 2-4 hours or more debriding and evaluating unprocessed and processed human tissue. Required to wear surgical magnification loupes for 2-4 hours or more to evaluate tissue unprocessed and processed tissue.

Location

913 Industrial Drive Place, Vandalia, OH  45377

Benefits/Compensation

Job Summary of the Material Control Technician

The Material Control Technician will help support and execute process controls for human tissue, critical supplies, and support functions throughout the Axogen Processing Center cGMP facility for surgical transplantation while ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state and AATB/FDA regulations. The Material Control Technician will support the Supervisor, Lead Technician and Engineering team as required in the Manufacturing and Processing Operations.

Requirements of the Material Control Technician

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Experience in a cGMP environment is preferred, not required
• Forklift Cetification is preferred, not required
• ERP system experience is preferred, not required
• Must be proficient and able to effectively assist in training of current processes.
• Experience in 1 or more additional cross-functional support skills required (e.g. environmental monitoring, inventory recording, etc.).
• Ability to make decisions based on awareness of area operations is necessary.
• Good written/verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills and analytical troubleshooting skills.
• Must be able to deal with people under high pressure and in a constantly changing environment.
• Must be able to travel to and work at other Axogen locations on an as needed basis.
• Requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Requires the following physical abilities: mental acuity, visual acuity, walking and standing for longer period of time, repetitive motion, speaking, grasping, manual dexterity, talking, and hearing.

Responsibilities of the Material Control Technician

The specific duties of the Material Control Technician include but are not limited to:

• Receives, stores, picks and ships raw materials, supplies and/or finished products in conjunction with internal and external requirements.
• Handles, moves and stores various non-hazardous and hazardous materials.
• Coordinates timely accurate flow of materials from warehouse inventory to work-in-process/production areas.
• Coordinates timely accurate flow of finished products to support shipments to customers and other destinations.
• Responsible for implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system, including maintaining proper first in and first out.
• Store, issue, or prepare materials in the warehouse, verifying the lot number, quantity, release status and any other unique identifiers using good documentation practices.
• Check materials against packaging lists, invoices, freight bills or other pertinent documentation to assure conformity and accuracy.
• Deliver materials to processing areas in a timely manner, maintain proper FIFO flow of raw materials and other time sensitive supplies.
• Maintain and sustain organized workspaces for tissue, supplies, and finished goods warehouse areas.
• Maintain accurate records and reconcile inventory errors.
• Accountable for personal safety and adhering to the safety guidelines.
• Must supply materials to functional areas or move to and from dock areas to maintain efficient shipping and receiving operations.
• This position is accountable for complying with applicable FDA (GMP), USDA, OSHA and Axogen regulations, policies, procedures or guidelines, assembly and review, processing, debridement, cleaning, safety, cleanroom behavior and documentation as needed.
• Participate in daily stand-up meetings, continuous improvement projects, adhere to established work practices like Kanban signals, and 5S initiatives.
• Performs other duties as directed by Supervisor.
• May be required to work in other Axogen roles or departments as needed.
• Complies with all company policies, procedures and SOPs.
• Required to cover call schedule, to include, holidays and weekends as assigned.

Working & Environmental Conditions

• Subject to handle potential infectious human tissue, nerves, umbilical cords, blood and bodily fluids. Also, subject to handle chemicals and hazardous / non-hazardous waste. Work involves risks or discomforts which require proper standard and universal precautions in a Biomedical manufacturing environment e.g., use of safe workplace practices with manufacturing equipment, wearing PPE during various tasks/activities including but not limited to, gowns, gloves, masks and safety glasses. Potential exposure to latex from gloves.
• May be required to sit for 2-4 hours or more debriding and evaluating unprocessed and processed human tissue. Required to wear surgical magnification loupes for 2-4 hours or more to evaluate tissue unprocessed and processed tissue.

Location

913 Industrial Drive Place, Vandalia, OH  45377

Benefits/Compensation

Job Summary of the Material Control Technician

The Material Control Technician will help support and execute process controls for human tissue, critical supplies, and support functions throughout the Axogen Processing Center cGMP facility for surgical transplantation while ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state and AATB/FDA regulations. The Material Control Technician will support the Supervisor, Lead Technician and Engineering team as required in the Manufacturing and Processing Operations.

Requirements of the Material Control Technician

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Experience in a cGMP environment is preferred, not required
• Forklift Cetification is preferred, not required
• ERP system experience is preferred, not required
• Must be proficient and able to effectively assist in training of current processes.
• Experience in 1 or more additional cross-functional support skills required (e.g. environmental monitoring, inventory recording, etc.).
• Ability to make decisions based on awareness of area operations is necessary.
• Good written/verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills and analytical troubleshooting skills.
• Must be able to deal with people under high pressure and in a constantly changing environment.
• Must be able to travel to and work at other Axogen locations on an as needed basis.
• Requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Requires the following physical abilities: mental acuity, visual acuity, walking and standing for longer period of time, repetitive motion, speaking, grasping, manual dexterity, talking, and hearing.

Responsibilities of the Material Control Technician

The specific duties of the Material Control Technician include but are not limited to:

• Receives, stores, picks and ships raw materials, supplies and/or finished products in conjunction with internal and external requirements.
• Handles, moves and stores various non-hazardous and hazardous materials.
• Coordinates timely accurate flow of materials from warehouse inventory to work-in-process/production areas.
• Coordinates timely accurate flow of finished products to support shipments to customers and other destinations.
• Responsible for implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system, including maintaining proper first in and first out.
• Store, issue, or prepare materials in the warehouse, verifying the lot number, quantity, release status and any other unique identifiers using good documentation practices.
• Check materials against packaging lists, invoices, freight bills or other pertinent documentation to assure conformity and accuracy.
• Deliver materials to processing areas in a timely manner, maintain proper FIFO flow of raw materials and other time sensitive supplies.
• Maintain and sustain organized workspaces for tissue, supplies, and finished goods warehouse areas.
• Maintain accurate records and reconcile inventory errors.
• Accountable for personal safety and adhering to the safety guidelines.
• Must supply materials to functional areas or move to and from dock areas to maintain efficient shipping and receiving operations.
• This position is accountable for complying with applicable FDA (GMP), USDA, OSHA and Axogen regulations, policies, procedures or guidelines, assembly and review, processing, debridement, cleaning, safety, cleanroom behavior and documentation as needed.
• Participate in daily stand-up meetings, continuous improvement projects, adhere to established work practices like Kanban signals, and 5S initiatives.
• Performs other duties as directed by Supervisor.
• May be required to work in other Axogen roles or departments as needed.
• Complies with all company policies, procedures and SOPs.
• Required to cover call schedule, to include, holidays and weekends as assigned.

Working & Environmental Conditions

• Subject to handle potential infectious human tissue, nerves, umbilical cords, blood and bodily fluids. Also, subject to handle chemicals and hazardous / non-hazardous waste. Work involves risks or discomforts which require proper standard and universal precautions in a Biomedical manufacturing environment e.g., use of safe workplace practices with manufacturing equipment, wearing PPE during various tasks/activities including but not limited to, gowns, gloves, masks and safety glasses. Potential exposure to latex from gloves.
• May be required to sit for 2-4 hours or more debriding and evaluating unprocessed and processed human tissue. Required to wear surgical magnification loupes for 2-4 hours or more to evaluate tissue unprocessed and processed tissue.

Location

913 Industrial Drive Place, Vandalia, OH  45377

Benefits/Compensation

Job Summary of the Processing Technician

The Processing Technician will perform debridement and processing, packaging and labeling of human tissue products for surgical transplantation while ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state and AATB regulations. 

Requirements of the Processing Technician

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Universal precautions and sterile technique (i.e. surgical technician, medical assistant, lab technician) preferred. 

Responsibilities of the Processing Technician

• The specific duties of the Processing Technician include but are not limited to:
• Performs processing, debridement, packaging, labeling and shipment of finished product.
• Participates in the receiving and inspection of incoming unprocessed tissue.
• Utilizes special techniques, instrumentation, and equipment to clean and size tissue to specifications and protocols.
• Assists team lead with efforts in maintaining inventory levels on the core and dock for receiving supplies.
• Performs lab cleaning activities as required by policies, protocols, procedures, and SOPs.
• Work with Quality and Regulatory staff to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and AATB regulations and requirements, particularly those pertaining to manufacturing.
• Complete documentation as required in processing in accordance with standard operating procedures and quality standards.
• Assists with production records as needed.
• Complies with all company policies, procedures, and SOPs.
• Performs all other duties assigned by the supervisor. 

Physical Requirements

The work is medium work which requires exerting up to 60 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Additionally, the work requires the following physical abilities: mental acuity, visual acuity, walking, repetitive motion, speaking, grasping, manual dexterity, talking, and hearing.

Working & Environmental Conditions

Work involves risks or discomforts which require proper safety precautions in a Biomedical manufacturing environment e.g., use of safe workplace practices with manufacturing equipment, wearing gloves for PPE during various tasks/activities including but not limited to, gloves, masks and safety glasses avoidance of trips and falls, and observance of fire and building safety regulations. Occasional potential exposure to hazards such as chemicals, blood or bodily fluids, communicable diseases, saw blades, needles, or other sharp objects, moving mechanical parts, and latex exposure. 

Location

913 Industrial Drive Place, Vandalia, OH  45377

Benefits/Compensation

Job Summary of the Sr. Engineer, Quality Control

The Sr. Engineer, Quality Control is a self-motivated individual that can provide test method optimization and qualification support through implementation of new processes, instrumentation, cost savings, and continuous improvements. The position will support the required action steps and compliance to meet Biologics requirements, while introducing lean processes into the laboratory. Position will ensure QC lab complies with applicable standards and regulations and partner with various APC and/or corporate departments to complete required testing, qualifications, and documentation.

Requirements of the Sr. Engineer, Quality Control

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry/biology, or closely related field
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Quality Control laboratory, R&D Laboratory, or Quality Engineering preferably in a Biologics or Pharmaceutical related field.
• Understanding of quality control instrumentation, troubleshooting, including data integrity and qualification
• Leadership skills to support the analytical team (encompassing ELISA, pH, osmolality, KF, UV assay, eventually LC)
• Problem solving using root cause methodologies including lean
• Applying statistics and software in data analysis (example Minitab)
• Quality system regulations and requirements (examples 21 CFR part 600, 21 CFR Part 1271, 21 CFR Part 210/211)
• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certified

Responsibilities of the Sr. Engineer, Quality Control

The specific duties of the Sr. Engineer, Quality Control include but are not limited to:

• Partner with QC Lab Management on ongoing and new process improvements, efficiency improvements, and cross-training. This includes any validation addendums or improvements and optimization of systems.
• Develop protocols for projects such as method improvements, oversee execution of the protocols, author final reports and manage approval and implementation.
• Direct the completion of Qualification and Re-Qualification requirements for QC Lab Instrumentation and new equipment. Contribute to validation planning for new and existing processes, instrumentation, or methods.
• Drive completion of OOS investigations, deviations, and change control for QC and work with QS to improve investigation module and reports related to all testing completed at APC or contract labs. Partner with Corporate Quality as required.
• Confer with external and internal departments (example Operations, Corporate Quality, Engineering, Regulatory, Quality Assurance, Quality Systems) concerning various projects and actions required.
• Lead and participate in BLA support including PAI action steps, audit actions, document/procedural updates, MOC creation/execution, CAPAs.
• Define and implement automation and new capital projects to optimize QC Lab
• Prepares reports and presentations by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data, making
• Provide statistical data support for various Lean projects within Develop any Project Charters required for Lab Improvement/cost savings projects.
• Lead Quality Control issue resolution by applying root cause
• Participate in FDA inspections and internal
• Deploying proactive quality controls for consistent and predictable quality
• Establish and track metrics for monitoring laboratory
• Report to management on quality issues and
• Provide functional support as needed for all team

Location

913 Industrial Drive Place, Vandalia, OH  45377

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Benefits/Compensation

Job Summary of the EHS Specialist

The EHS Specialist will be responsible for supporting the development, implementation, maintenance, monitoring, and continuous improvement of our Environmental, Health and Safety Program. Ensure compliance with Local, State and Federal Regulatory Requirements.

Requirements of the EHS Specialist

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, Safety Management, or closely related field
• 2+ years of experience in Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS)
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations specifically 29 CFR 1910
• High level of organizational and analytical skills.
• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with multiple layers of the organization.
• Ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary.
• Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
• Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player
• Experience in Lock Out / Tag out.

Responsibilities of the  EHS Specialist

The specific duties of the EHS Specialist include but are not limited to:

• Leads audits, inspections and investigations and coordinates resolution of issues.
• Works with management to facilitate risk management decisions.
• Develop and review Lockout / Tagout Procedures.
• Coordinate and Monitor Contractor Safety Program.
• Conduct regular walk through to monitor behaviors, activities, and conditions. Coach and mentor employees.
• Deliver environmental, health and safety trainings to ensure employee’s knowledge and understanding of safety and environmental regulations.
• Conduct Hazard Assessments and Ergonomic Evaluations.
• Review proposed new chemicals, processes, and equipment with the use of Management Change.
• Drive thorough investigations for all incidents and accidents and ensure timely completion of corrective actions. Lead the team in developing effective root cause analysis and countermeasures.
• Support with non-routine work permitting.
• Manage SDS Data Base and chemical inventory.
• Support SPCC, air emissions, wastewater and storm water, testing, monitoring, recordkeeping, and reporting requirements.
• Manage hazardous and medical waste program: documents, inspections, handling, storage, and disposal.
• Support with ISO14001 Implementation / Maintenance.
• Identify and support continuous improvement opportunities.

Location

913 Industrial Drive Place, Vandalia, OH 45377

Benefits/Compensation

Reports To: Executive Director and Chief Medical Officer 

About Luminary Hospice: 

At Luminary Hospice, we are a mission-driven organization that empowers our team members to shape our culture in order to allow them to provide the highest quality support to patients and families throughout their entire end-of-life journey. 

Our mission is to deliver personalized care that radiates compassion and preserves dignity for all that we are honored to serve on their end-of-life journey. We are centered on caring for the whole person – with expert medical care, pain management as well as emotional and spiritual support along with resources, information, and emotional support for families and caregivers.  

About the role: 

The hospice Medical Director will have overall responsibility for the medical component of the hospice program.    

The hospice Medical Director will provide oversight of physician services by complementing attending physician care, acting as a medical resource to the interdisciplinary group, assuring continuity of hospice medical services, and assuring appropriate measures to control patient symptoms.  The Medical Director will serve as a hospice champion – promoting and representing the program to physicians, physician groups, discharge planners, other referral sources, community health organizations, and potential donors, as appropriate.  

 Job Responsibilities: 

1. Devoting his/her best ability to the proper management of the program
2. Providing overall medical direction to the program
3. Assuring that the established policies, bylaws, rules, and regulations of the organization are followed in the program
4. Adhering to requirements, terms, and conditions required by Medicare Conditions of Participation, accrediting body, and federal and state statutes governing the provision of services
5. Establishing and continually reviewing policies and procedures related to patient care, medical education, and emergency procedures
6. Developing and continually reviewing, in cooperation with the Executive Director/Administrator and/or Chief Clinical Officer/Clinical Director, criteria to monitor the quality of the education programs provided to physicians, personnel, and volunteers
7. Evaluating quality assessment performance improvement (QAPI) plans and monitoring to identify medical education needs in cooperation with the Executive Director/Administrator and/or Chief Clinical Officer/Clinical Director.  Participates in QAPI teams and activities, as needed
8. Proposing organizational programs to address the needs identified (with the assistance and input of consultants of the specialties where medical education needs were identified)
9. Working with the Executive Director/Administrator and/or Clinical Director, after implementation of the programs, to determine the impact of said programs on the quality of care
10. Serving as a hospice champion in the community
11. Acting as a liaison to community physicians by providing consultation and education to colleagues and attending physicians related to admission criteria for hospice and palliative care
12. Acting as medical liaison with other physicians at Luminary Hospice
13. Providing training regarding the medical aspects of caring for terminally ill patients to physicians, personnel, and volunteers
14. Reviewing patients’ medical eligibility for hospice services, in accordance with hospice program policies and procedures, and establishing the plan of care in conjunctions with attending physician and interdisciplinary group prior to providing care written certification of terminal illness
15. Providing written certification of the terminal illness for all subsequent benefit periods
16. Performing face-to-face encounters within thirty (30) days of the third and subsequent hospice benefit certification periods and attest to the encounter.  (NP may complete the encounter and report findings to the hospice physician.)
17. Consulting with attending physicians regarding pain and symptoms management for hospice patients 
18. Managing oversight of the patient’s medications and treatments
19. Acting as medical resource to the hospice interdisciplinary group
20. Attending interdisciplinary group meetings and working in a team approach with the group
21. In conjunction with the attending physician and interdisciplinary group, reviewing and updating the plan of care at least every 15 days, or more frequently as needed
22. Documenting care provided in the patient’s clinical record, providing evidence of progression of the end-stage disease process
23. Acting as primary physician for patients whose referring/attending physicians desire to relinquish that care and/or if the referring/attending physicians are not available for further contact
24. Maintaining current knowledge of the latest research and trends in hospice care and pain/symptom management
25. Reviewing and developing protocols for treatment, and proposing the most current options for interventions
26. Develop and implement procedures and protocols in regard to OSHA standards, including the handling of hazardous medications
27. Demonstrating knowledge in communications, and counseling patients and family/caregivers dealing with end-of-life issues
28. Participating in resolution of interpersonal conflict and issues of clinical and ethical concern
29. Ensuring that competent physician services are routinely available on a 24-hour basis to meet the general medical needs of the hospice patient to the extent the needs are not met by the attending physician
30. Assisting with evaluation of protocols and procedures with respect to quality and cost outcomes  

The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.  

Job Qualifications: 

1. Licensed as a Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy in the state without restriction or subject to any disciplinary or corrective action. 
2. Maintains controlled substances registration with state and federal authorities. 
3. Have experience in hospice or palliative care and/or training in end-of-life care. 
4. Participates in ongoing medical education activities related to the medical care of hospice and palliative care patients. 
5. Not excluded from participating in the Medicare program 

Physical Demands: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit or stand. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. 

Equal Employment Opportunity: 

Luminary Hospice is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. All employment decisions at Luminary Hospice are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. 

Compensation and Benefits: 

This position is a contract role and is not eligible for benefits.

How This Role Makes a Difference

Heart + Paw offers experienced and talented veterinarians a unique opportunity to co-own and lead modern veterinary centers across the East Coast, Ohio, Kentucky, and Tennessee. As a Partner Veterinarian and Co-Owner, you’ll build and lead your hospital with the potential to expand your ownership over time. We provide the infrastructure, experience, and support so you can focus on medicine, leadership, and culture-building. Design a practice where you control clinical and cultural decisions, supported by our veterinarian-led community where Heart + Paw provides operational support, including recruiting, marketing, and financial expertise, empowering your success. 

Why Partner with Heart + Paw? 

• 5% - 49% ownership options with financing assistance if needed. 
• Earn a competitive salary from day one, plus profit distributions. 
• Build a successful, well-run practice supported by proven operational systems. 
• Enjoy full clinical autonomy to design protocols and set practice standards. 
• Gain full transparency into hospital financials. 
• Leverage Heart + Paw’s operational expertise in marketing, accounting, finance, HR, recruiting, and more. 
• Design and build your dream hospital to serve your community and their pets. 
• Be part of our growing community of Heart + Paw veterinarians and gain the support of our veterinarian-led Operations team. 
• Benefit from mentorship and shared expertise in a supportive, growth-focused environment. 

As Partner Veterinarian and Co-Owner, you will: 

• Lead and co-own your Heart + Paw center. 
• Build a team culture aligned with your vision and provide outstanding veterinary care. 
• Mentor your team, oversee daily operations, and ensure exceptional client experiences. 
• Collaborate with your Center Director and Heart + Paw leadership on hiring, scheduling, budgeting, and more. 

Qualifications 

• DVM/VMD with a valid state license. 
• 4+ years of clinical experience and leadership expertise. 
• A passion for preventive care, client service, and practice ownership. 
• Tech-savvy with a focus on enhancing the pet and parent experience. 
• Fear Free and HABRI certification (or willingness to obtain). 

Ready to build your dream practice?
Let’s talk! Apply now to start the conversation and join us in creating a place where you can be happy, healthy, and successful while building the practice you’ve always envisioned.

Heart + Paw offers experienced and talented veterinarians a unique opportunity to co-own and lead modern veterinary centers across the East Coast, Ohio, Kentucky, and Tennessee. As a Partner Veterinarian and Co-Owner, you’ll build and lead your hospital with the potential to expand your ownership over time. We provide the infrastructure, experience, and support so you can focus on medicine, leadership, and culture-building. Design a practice where you control clinical and cultural decisions, supported by our veterinarian-led community where Heart + Paw provides operational support, including recruiting, marketing, and financial expertise, empowering your success. 

Why Partner with Heart + Paw? 

• 5% - 49% ownership options with financing assistance if needed. 
• Earn a competitive salary from day one, plus profit distributions. 
• Build a successful, well-run practice supported by proven operational systems. 
• Enjoy full clinical autonomy to design protocols and set practice standards. 
• Gain full transparency into hospital financials. 
• Leverage Heart + Paw’s operational expertise in marketing, accounting, finance, HR, recruiting, and more. 
• Design and build your dream hospital to serve your community and their pets. 
• Be part of our growing community of Heart + Paw veterinarians and gain the support of our veterinarian-led Operations team. 
• Benefit from mentorship and shared expertise in a supportive, growth-focused environment. 

As Partner Veterinarian and Co-Owner, you will: 

• Lead and co-own your Heart + Paw center. 
• Build a team culture aligned with your vision and provide outstanding veterinary care. 
• Mentor your team, oversee daily operations, and ensure exceptional client experiences. 
• Collaborate with your Center Director and Heart + Paw leadership on hiring, scheduling, budgeting, and more. 

Qualifications 

• DVM/VMD with a valid state license. 
• 4+ years of clinical experience and leadership expertise. 
• A passion for preventive care, client service, and practice ownership. 
• Tech-savvy with a focus on enhancing the pet and parent experience. 
• Fear Free and HABRI certification (or willingness to obtain). 

Ready to build your dream practice?
Let’s talk! Apply now to start the conversation and join us in creating a place where you can be happy, healthy, and successful while building the practice you’ve always envisioned.