Hospice Medical Director

Description

Join The Care Team as a Hospice Medical Physician (Part-Time, 1099 Contract) in West Houston

Are you a compassionate physician seeking meaningful work?  We’re looking for a dedicated Hospice Medical Physician to guide patient care, support families during critical moments, and foster collaborative healthcare teams.

Position Purpose

The Hospice Medical Physician (HMP) provides medical leadership and expertise in hospice care by overseeing the clinical management of terminally ill patients, ensuring high-quality care, and guiding an interdisciplinary team to deliver compassionate, patient-centered services. The role is responsible for certifying and recertifying hospice eligibility, developing and updating individualized care plans, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and medical standards. Additionally, this position serves as a medical consultant and liaison for hospice staff and the broader healthcare community to optimize patient outcomes and end-of-life care.

Key Responsibilities

This is an hourly contract (1099) role requiring up to 10-14 hours per month with an anticipated census of 20 patients. Duties include:

Remote Responsibilities (70% of the time):

• Managing clinical needs via phone or remote communication.
• Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team of nurses, social workers, chaplains, and therapists.

On-Site Responsibilities (30% of the time):

• Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) Meetings: Participate bi-weekly for approximately two hours
  • Location: 8582 Katy Freeway, Ste 225, Houston, Texas 77024-1830
• Face-to-Face Patient Visits: Conduct eligibility certifications in West Houston, with a concentration of patients in specific facilities, including homes.
  • The covered area spans from Cypress in the north to Sugarland in the south, following the path of Highway 99.
  • Approximately 75% of the patients are concentrated in a primary facility located in the Energy Corridor of west Houston.
• Building rapport with referral sources.

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly rate.
• A meaningful opportunity to make a lasting difference in patients' and families' lives.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.
• Active, unencumbered medical license to practice in Texas.
• Controlled substances registration with state and federal authorities.
• Board certification is valued but not required.
• Board Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care is particularly desirable.
• Hospice or palliative care experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation with required agency liability insurance.

Why Join Us?

Our mission is to positively impact the lives of our patients and their families in the communities we serve. As a Hospice Medical Physician, you'll lead a team dedicated to providing the highest quality end-of-life care. This part-time role offers an opportunity to work with a passionate team while making a profound difference in patients' lives.

Ready to bring compassionate leadership to hospice care? Apply today and join a team that lives its mission every day: "We're with you," prioritizing the needs of our patients every step of the way.