Hospice Medical Director

Medical Director – Hospice
Make a meaningful difference at the most important time in life

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Hospice Medical Director to provide clinical leadership and medical oversight for our hospice program. This role is ideal for a physician who is passionate about end-of-life care, values interdisciplinary collaboration, and wants to make a lasting impact on patients and families.

As Medical Director, you will help ensure exceptional, patient-centered care while supporting our clinical team and upholding hospice best practices and regulatory standards.

What You’ll Do

Clinical Leadership & Oversight

• Provide medical direction and oversight for hospice patient care in alignment with hospice philosophy and CMS regulations

• Certify and recertify patient eligibility for hospice services by providing in-person assessments at the patient’s place of residence

• Guide pain and symptom management to promote comfort, dignity, and quality of life

• Serve as a clinical resource to hospice physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and the interdisciplinary team

Team Collaboration

• Participate in interdisciplinary team (IDG) meetings and contribute medical insight to plans of care

• Collaborate with attending physicians while respecting their primary role in patient care

• Foster open communication and teamwork across disciplines

Quality & Compliance

• Support quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) initiatives

• Assist with development and review of clinical policies and protocols

• Participate in survey readiness and regulatory reviews as needed

Education & Mentorship

• Provide education and guidance to staff on hospice philosophy, symptom management, and end-of-life best practices

• Serve as a clinical mentor and advocate for high-quality hospice care

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school

• Active, unrestricted medical license in the state of practice

• Board certified or board eligible

• DEA registration (if applicable)

• Experience or strong interest in hospice and palliative care

Preferred

• Board certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine

• Prior hospice medical director or hospice physician experience

• Knowledge of CMS Hospice Conditions of Participation

Compensation

• This position is compensated via a monthly stipend, commensurate with experience and scope of responsibilities

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful, mission-driven work focused on compassionate care

• Collaborative, supportive interdisciplinary team

• Flexible schedule (part-time or full-time options available)

• Opportunity to shape clinical practice and positively impact patient care

Schedule & Work Environment

• Part-time or full-time, based on organizational needs

• Combination of administrative responsibilities, meetings, and clinical consultation

• On-call availability as required