Hospice Medical Director

Gentiva • Beltsville, MD • 1d ago

Overview

Expand Access. Build Partnerships. Transform Care through Compassionate Hospice Leadership.

We are seeking a Hospice Medical Director to join our leadership team and provide expert clinical oversight to our hospice physicians. In this critical role, 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 Medical Director will not be employed by Gentiva. The Medical Director will invoice Gentiva for services rendered

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee and ensure quality 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.

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.

About You

Qualifications:

Doctorate degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine from an accredited medical school.

Board certification in a specialty recognized by ABMS or AOA-BOS, preferably primary care.

Current and unrestricted medical license in the practicing state.

Valid National Provider Identifier (NPI) and DEA registration for controlled substances.

Hospice and Palliative Medicine board certification and/or Hospice Medical Director Certification Board certification preferred.

Current Medicare Provider Enrollment (PECOS) and Medicaid certification if required.

Ability to travel 15-25% based on program needs.

CPR and TB clearance required.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

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.

Personal Traits:

Passion for providing exceptional palliative care and advocacy for hospice patients.

Positive reputation in the medical community with a commitment to collaborative practice.

Flexibility and adaptability to dynamic healthcare environments.

Commitment to maintaining professional standards and compliance with hospice regulations.

We Offer

Apply now to make a lasting impact in hospice medicine and advance your career in a supportive, mission-driven environment.

Legalese

This is a safety-sensitive position

Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits

Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements

We are proud to be an EEO employer

We maintain a drug-free workplace

ReqID: 2026-135142 Category: Clinical Management Position Type: Full-Time Company: Gentiva Hospice

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