Hospice Physician

Gentiva • Stafford, TX

8h • Onsite

About The Position

In this critical role as a Hospice Physician, you will ensure the delivery of compassionate, goal-directed care to hospice patients while upholding the highest standards of medical practice. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, oversee regulatory compliance, and guide quality improvement efforts to enhance patient outcomes. This is a job notification only; the Hospice Physician will not be employed by Gentiva but will invoice Gentiva for services rendered. Gentiva is a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states. The company provides compassionate care in the comfort of patients' homes, helping individuals recover from illness, injury, or surgery, and guiding patients and their families through serious illness or terminal diagnoses. Gentiva operates a family of trusted brands including Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon for hospice care; Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care for palliative care; Heartland Home Health for home health care; and Illumia Health for advanced illness management. With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, Gentiva offers rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized.

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 required.
• 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 navigating 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.

Nice To Haves

• Hospice and Palliative Medicine board certification
• Hospice Medical Director Certification Board certification
• Board certification in a primary care specialty

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Provide 24/7/365 on-call physician coverage coordination with hospice physicians.
• Maintain accurate, timely medical documentation and support regulatory reviews.
• Participate actively in interdisciplinary group (IDG) meetings to coordinate patient care and medication management.
• Monitor pharmacy utilization, ensuring 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.

What This Job Offers

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