Hospice Medical Director

Job overview

The Hospice Medical Director provides expert clinical oversight and leadership for hospice physicians across programs in Southwest Georgia. This onsite role offers compensation that is not specified and supports the hospice department in delivering goal-directed, compassionate end-of-life care. This role exists to ensure the highest standards of medical practice and regulatory compliance within the hospice program. The Medical Director collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to guide quality improvement efforts, certify patient eligibility, and provide clinical leadership to enhance patient outcomes.

What you'll do

• Oversee medical services delivered by hospice physicians
• certify and recertify hospice eligibility
• conduct and supervise face-to-face patient visits
• lead physician recruitment and training
• provide 24/7/365 on-call physician coverage coordination
• maintain medical documentation
• participate in interdisciplinary group (IDG) meetings
• monitor pharmacy utilization
• collaborate on QAPI initiatives
• serve as a community liaison.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

columbus ga

hospice

medical director

physician

clinical leadership

onsite

no on-call

no weekends

gentiva

healthcare

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) with Company Match, Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Mileage Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Education Support, Free CEUs, Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance.

Why this role

Oversight of programs in Southwest Georgia.

About the employer

Gentiva is hiring for this role. Industry: Home Health Care Services. Sector: 62.