Hospice Medical Director

Responsibilities

• Provide overall medical direction and management to the hospice program
• Ensure adherence to organization policies, Medicare Conditions of Participation, and state/federal statutes
• Establish and review policies related to patient care, medical education, and emergency procedures
• Evaluate Quality Assessment Performance Improvement (QAPI) plans and monitor medical education needs
• Act as a hospice champion and liaison to community physicians and referral sources
• Provide training to physicians, personnel, and volunteers regarding terminal care
• Review patient medical eligibility and establish plans of care in conjunction with the interdisciplinary group
• Perform face-to-face encounters for hospice benefit certification periods
• Consult with attending physicians regarding pain and symptom management
• Manage oversight of patient medications and treatments
• Document care provided in clinical records, providing evidence of disease progression

Requirements

• Licensed Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Osteopathy (DO) in the state without restriction
• Valid controlled substances registration with state and federal authorities
• Experience in hospice or palliative care or training in end-of-life care
• Not excluded from participating in the Medicare program
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

About the Company

Luminary Hospice is a mission-driven organization dedicated to delivering personalized care that radiates compassion and preserves dignity for patients and families throughout their end-of-life journey.