Hospice Medical Director

Gentiva Hospice • Miami, FL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Gentiva Hospice is seeking a Hospice Medical Director to provide clinical oversight to hospice physicians and ensure compassionate, goal-directed care for hospice patients. The role covers branches in Miami, South Miami, and Key Largo, Florida, and includes collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, regulatory compliance oversight, and quality improvement efforts. A Florida Level 2 background screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse is required. The position requires travel of 15–25% based on program needs and is safety-sensitive.

The Medical Director oversees hospice medical services across multiple locations, supports physician recruitment and development, coordinates on-call coverage, and participates in patient-care planning and medication management. The role also contributes to organizational policy, quality assessment and performance improvement, community partnerships, and educational programs.

Requirements

• Doctorate in allopathic or osteopathic medicine from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification in a specialty recognized by ABMS or AOA-BOS.
• Current and unrestricted medical license in the practicing state.
• Valid National Provider Identifier (NPI) and DEA registration for controlled substances.
• Current Medicare Provider Enrollment (PECOS) and Medicaid certification if required.
• Ability to travel 15–25% based on program needs.
• CPR and TB clearance.
• Extensive knowledge of hospice and palliative care principles, regulations, and best practices.
• Leadership and mentorship skills to guide interdisciplinary teams and improve patient care.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and regulatory requirements.
• Compassionate communication and empathy toward patients and families facing end-of-life situations.
• Proficiency in healthcare compliance, quality improvement, and ethical considerations.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with attending physicians, staff, and community healthcare providers.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to professional standards and compliance with hospice regulations.
• Florida Level 2 background screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

Nice To Haves

• Primary care specialty board certification is preferred.
• Hospice and Palliative Medicine board certification and/or Hospice Medical Director Certification Board certification is preferred.
• Positive reputation in the medical community and commitment to collaborative practice.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and ensure the quality of medical services delivered by hospice physicians across multiple locations.
• Certify and recertify hospice eligibility while ensuring timely compliance with Medicare and other regulations.
• Conduct and supervise face-to-face patient visits, including home consultations for complex cases.
• Lead physician recruitment, training, supervision, and performance evaluation.
• Coordinate 24/7/365 on-call physician coverage with hospice physicians.
• Maintain accurate, timely medical documentation and support regulatory reviews.
• Participate in interdisciplinary group (IDG) meetings to coordinate patient care and medication management.
• Monitor pharmacy utilization and ensure appropriate medication prescribing and administration.
• Collaborate with hospice leadership on policy development, compliance, and quality assessment and performance improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
• Serve as a community liaison to enhance hospice visibility and partnerships with healthcare providers.
• Support educational programs for staff, physicians, and community partners.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• National and local recognition programs.
• Teammate Assistance Fund.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time associates.
• Mileage reimbursement or fleet vehicle program.
• Generous paid time off and 7 paid holidays for full-time associates.
• Wellness programs, including telemedicine, diabetes management, and joint and spine concierge care.
• Education support and tuition assistance, including ASN-to-BSN and BSN-to-MSN programs.
• Free continuing education units (CEUs).
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary benefits, including pet, critical illness, accident, and long-term care coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree