Medical Director Hospice & Palliative Care

Job Overview

Fairview Range Medical Center in Hibbing, MN, is seeking a Hospice & Palliative Care Physician to serve as Medical Director for our Home Care, Palliative Care and Hospice programs. This leadership role combines direct patient care with oversight of clinical operations, quality initiatives, and interdisciplinary team collaboration.

Our physicians and advanced practice providers are supported by a strong multi-specialty clinic structure, collaborating with colleagues in pediatrics, internal medicine, otolaryngology, orthopedics, general surgery, ENT, urology, and sports medicine. Consulting physicians are available in neurology, cardiology, and oncology. Our partnership with the University of Minnesota provides access to additional subspecialists for consultations and outreach.

The clinic is affiliated with Fairview Range Medical Center, the largest medical center in the region, featuring state-of-the-art diagnostic and surgical technology. Services include:

• 24-hour Emergency Department with board-certified emergency medicine physicians
• Comprehensive laboratory and diagnostic imaging
• 24-hour respiratory therapy
• Radiation therapy
• Intensive Care Unit and Medical/Surgical Pediatric floor
• Physical, occupational, and speech therapy
• Cardiac rehabilitation
• Specialty clinics including diabetes management and coumadin therapy

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Provide expert medical care for patients with serious or life-limiting illnesses, focusing on symptom management, comfort, and quality of life.
• Provides medical oversight for all patients admitted to our programs.
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and coordinate care across inpatient, outpatient, home, and nursing home settings.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, including nurses, social workers, chaplains, and therapists, to develop individualized care plans.
• Facilitate clear, compassionate communication with patients and families regarding prognosis, treatment options, and end-of-life decisions.
• Certify and re-certify patients’ terminal illness and prognosis for hospice eligibility in accordance with regulations.
• Conducts face-to-face encounters for recertifications as required by Medicare.
• Serves as a liaison between the hospice team, attending physicians, and community providers.

Medical Director Leadership

• Provide clinical leadership and direction to the home care, hospice, and palliative care team.
• Participates in quality and performance improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and accreditation requirements.
• Serve as a clinical resource for team members and provide education/training as needed.
• Participate in strategic planning and program development to enhance services.
• Participates in IDG meetings and assists in resolving complex clinical and ethical issues.
• Assists in developing and updating department policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited institution.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Hospice & Palliative Medicine (ABMS or AOA), Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics, or related specialty.
• Active Minnesota medical license (or ability to obtain).
• DEA registration.
• Excellent communication skills, empathy, and the ability to navigate sensitive clinical conversations.

Preferred:

• Fellowship training in Hospice & Palliative Medicine.
• Experience in inpatient, outpatient, and home-based palliative care.
• Knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid hospice regulations.
• Experience in a medical director role within hospice or palliative care.

Fairview Range offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, PTO, tuition reimbursement, retirement and more!

The posted pay range is for a 40-hour workweek (1.0 FTE). The actual rate of pay offered within this range may depend on several factors, such as FTE, skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization values pay equity and considers the internal equity of our team when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical.

Qualifications:

$250,000 - $270,000

Salary : $250,000 - $270,000