Hospice Medical Director

Gentiva Hospice • Minneapolis, MN

22h

About The Position

The Hospice Medical Director provides expert clinical oversight to hospice physicians and ensures compassionate, goal-directed care for hospice patients in accordance with high standards of medical practice. The role collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, oversees regulatory compliance, and guides quality improvement efforts to enhance patient outcomes. It includes oversight of medical services across multiple locations, hospice eligibility certification and recertification, supervision of complex patient visits, physician leadership, on-call coverage coordination, documentation, medication management, policy and quality initiatives, community partnerships, and education. The position requires travel of 15–25% based on program needs. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Requirements

• Doctorate degree 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 inspire 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.

Nice To Haves

• Primary care board certification is preferred.
• Hospice and Palliative Medicine board certification and/or Hospice Medical Director Certification Board certification preferred.
• Positive reputation in the medical community and commitment to collaborative practice.
• Flexibility and adaptability to dynamic healthcare environments.
• Passion for exceptional palliative care and advocacy for hospice patients.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and ensure the quality of medical services delivered by hospice physicians across multiple locations.
• Certify and recertify hospice eligibility, 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 and 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, enhancing 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 insurance (additional full-time benefit)
• Dental insurance (additional full-time benefit)
• Vision insurance (additional full-time benefit)
• Mileage reimbursement or fleet vehicle program (additional full-time benefit)
• Generous paid time off and 7 paid holidays (additional full-time benefit)
• Wellness programs, including telemedicine, diabetes management, and joint and spine concierge care (additional full-time benefit)
• Education support and tuition assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN) (additional full-time benefit)
• Free continuing education units (CEUs) (additional full-time benefit)
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance (additional full-time benefit)
• Voluntary pet, critical illness, accident, and long-term care benefits (additional full-time benefit)

What This Job Offers

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