What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pain Management Medical Director position at Compass Palliative Care?
Pain Management Medical Director
Company Description
Compass Palliative and Pain Management is a patient-centered mobile medical practice dedicated to improving quality of life through comprehensive pain and palliative care services. We provide compassionate, evidence-based care to patients in skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, and private homes throughout New Mexico.
Our mission is to deliver high-quality interdisciplinary care that addresses the physical, emotional, and functional needs of patients living with chronic illness and pain conditions. We prioritize clinical excellence, responsive communication with partner facilities, and ongoing education for our providers to ensure the highest standards of patient care.
As part of our continued growth, we are seeking a Medical Director to support and oversee our expanding mobile and telemedicine pain management program.
Responsibilities
This is a fully remote Medical Director position responsible for overseeing Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants providing pain management services both in the field and through telemedicine platforms.
Qualifications
Company Description
Compass Palliative and Pain Management is a patient-centered mobile medical practice dedicated to improving quality of life through comprehensive pain and palliative care services. We provide compassionate, evidence-based care to patients in skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, and private homes throughout New Mexico.
Our mission is to deliver high-quality interdisciplinary care that addresses the physical, emotional, and functional needs of patients living with chronic illness and pain conditions. We prioritize clinical excellence, responsive communication with partner facilities, and ongoing education for our providers to ensure the highest standards of patient care.
As part of our continued growth, we are seeking a Medical Director to support and oversee our expanding mobile and telemedicine pain management program.
Responsibilities
This is a fully remote Medical Director position responsible for overseeing Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants providing pain management services both in the field and through telemedicine platforms.
- Provide physician oversight and clinical supervision for up to 8 full time NP/PA providers delivering mobile and telemedicine pain management services
- Supervise telemedicine providers to ensure quality of care, appropriate prescribing practices, and compliance with state and federal regulations
- Review patient documentation and provide feedback to ensure clinical quality and regulatory compliance
- Guide providers on evidence-based pain management protocols, including medication management, non-opioid therapies, and appropriate specialty referrals
- Support individualized treatment planning for geriatric and medically complex patients in SNF, ALF, and home care settings
- Be available for provider consultation, case review, and clinical guidance as needed
- Participate in one monthly provider meeting
- Ensure documentation, telehealth workflows, and prescribing practices comply with Medicare, DEA, and New Mexico state regulations
- Collaborate with leadership to support quality improvement initiatives and development of pain and palliative care services
- No in-person requirements, nights, or weekends
Qualifications
- Active MD or DO license in New Mexico
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pain Management, Anesthesiology, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Palliative Care, or related specialty
- Active DEA registration in good standing
- Medicare-enrolled provider
- Experience supervising NPs/PAs and/or telemedicine providers preferred
- Experience working with geriatric, chronic pain, palliative, or post-acute care populations preferred
- Strong understanding of safe opioid prescribing and multidisciplinary pain management approaches
Salary : $40,000 - $50,000