Hospice Physician Designee

Gentiva Hospice • Palm Desert, CA

3d

About The Position

The Hospice Physician Designee provides clinical oversight of hospice physicians and helps ensure compassionate, goal-directed care for hospice patients. The position works with interdisciplinary teams, supports regulatory compliance, and guides quality-improvement efforts. Duties include oversight of medical services across multiple locations, hospice eligibility certifications, patient visits, physician leadership, on-call coverage coordination, documentation, medication management, and collaboration with hospice leadership and community partners.

This is a job notification only. The Hospice Physician Designee will not be employed by Gentiva and will invoice Gentiva for services rendered. The role must meet California regulatory requirements, including a current California medical license, at least two years of full-time supervisory or managerial experience in a hospice or home health agency or providing palliative care within the last five years, no disciplinary action within the last seven years, and no concurrent employment with other hospices. Travel of 15–25% may be required based on program needs.

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, unrestricted medical license in the practicing state; California license required to meet the stated California regulations.
• At least two years of full-time supervisory or managerial experience in a hospice or home health agency, or providing palliative care to patients within the last five years.
• No disciplinary action within the last seven years.
• No concurrent employment with other hospices.
• Valid National Provider Identifier (NPI) and DEA registration for controlled substances.
• Current Medicare Provider Enrollment (PECOS) and Medicaid certification if required.
• CPR and TB clearance.
• Ability to travel 15–25% based on program needs.
• Extensive knowledge of hospice and palliative care principles, regulations, and best practices.
• Leadership and mentorship skills, strong organizational skills, and ability 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, hospice regulatory compliance, and collaborative practice.

Nice To Haves

• Primary care specialty board certification preferred.
• Hospice and Palliative Medicine board certification and/or Hospice Medical Director Certification Board certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and ensure the quality of medical services delivered by hospice physicians across multiple locations.
• Certify and recertify hospice eligibility and ensure 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 eligible full-time associates
• Mileage reimbursement or fleet vehicle program
• Generous paid time off and 7 paid holidays
• Wellness programs, including telemedicine, diabetes management, and joint and spine concierge care
• Education support and tuition assistance
• 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

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree