Local Hospice Medical Director (Part-Time)
About The Position
This part-time physician leadership role provides flexible, regional medical director opportunities with an established hospice organization. The physician provides compassionate hospice care leadership in a local community, with a focus on clinical oversight, team collaboration, and community relationship building to support high-quality end-of-life care. The role may complement a physician’s current practice. The schedule is flexible and requires 5 to 20 hours per month. Work is primarily remote, with occasional in-person interdisciplinary meetings, community outreach, and leadership activities within the assigned market. Onsite visits are required at least every 6–8 weeks, with monthly visits preferred. Occasional travel within the local market is required. The organization is open to discussing preferred hours, locations, responsibilities, and compensation.
Requirements
- Doctorate degree.
- Valid Medical Doctor (MD) license in Virginia.
Nice To Haves
- At least 1 year of experience in hospice or palliative care.
Responsibilities
- Provide medical oversight for hospice patients within the assigned service area.
- Determine and certify hospice eligibility.
- Lead and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings.
- Support symptom management and medication oversight.
- Complete physician documentation, including certifications and death certificates.
- Serve as a clinical resource for nurses and the hospice care team.
- Build relationships with community physicians, hospitals, and referral partners.
- Participate in occasional in-person meetings, community outreach, and leadership activities within the assigned market.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
