Area Medical Director

Physician Pivot; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Professional development

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending accounts & HSA

Wellness program (Calm)

AccentCare scrubs store credit

Health/dental/vision coverage

Job summary

AccentCare in Miami, FL is seeking an Area Medical Director to provide physician leadership and operational oversight for hospice programs across South Florida. The role partners with hospice leadership teams, Medical Directors, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure excellent patient care and regulatory compliance.

The Area Medical Director will supervise Medical Directors, drive performance, and lead clinical quality improvements while traveling within the market.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed MD or DO in the state of practice, with training or experience in caring for chronically or terminally ill patients.
• Maintains active DEA license.
• Active driver’s license.
• Minimum 3–5 years of hospice, palliative care, geriatrics, oncology, or related serious illness experience.
• Strong knowledge of Medicare hospice regulations and documentation standards.
• Ability to travel throughout assigned market territories as needed.
• (Preferred) English/Spanish bilingual.
• (Preferred) Board Certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine.
• (Preferred) Leadership experience overseeing multiple hospice programs.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise and support hospice Medical Directors within the assigned area.
• Conduct performance evaluations, coaching, and development planning for Medical Directors.
• Assist with physician recruitment, onboarding, orientation, and retention efforts.
• Address physician performance, documentation, and compliance concerns.
• Provide physician oversight for day-to-day hospice clinical operations.
• Partner with Executive Directors, Clinical Directors, and Operations leaders to address clinical concerns and improve performance.
• Assist in resolving patient‑care issues requiring physician leadership.
• Promote consistent application of hospice and palliative care standards across locations.
• Monitor medical record documentation and provider compliance.
• Ensure physician adherence to Medicare hospice regulations and accreditation requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and local performance improvement projects.
• Review clinical quality metrics and implement improvement strategies.
• Foster strong relationships with referring providers, hospitals, and community partners.
• Promote collaboration between physicians and interdisciplinary teams.

Skills

MD/DO licensed

DEA license

Driver's license

Hospice/palliative care exp

Medicare regulations knowledge

Travel readiness

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Board certification in HP&M (preferred

Leadership experience

Education

Board Certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine

Job description

Find Your Passion and Purpose as a Hospice Area Medical Director

Location: Miami, FL

Coverage Area: South Florida

Salary: $150,000 - $180,000 annually

Schedule: 24 hrs/wkIncreased hours/compensation with committment to additional clinical work Offer Based On Years of Experience

AccentCare is looking for an Area Medical Director to provide physician leadership and operational oversight for hospice programs across south Florida. This role partners closely with hospice leadership teams, Medical Directors, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure excellent patient care, regulatory compliance, physician engagement, and achievement of local operational goals.

The Area Medical Director serves as the primary physician leader for the assigned area and is actively involved in the day-to-day management, development, and support of hospice Medical Directors and physician providers. AccentCare is looking for a collaborative physician leader who enjoys coaching and mentoring providers, solving operational challenges, and partnering closely with local hospice leadership teams to improve clinical quality and patient outcomes.

* Directly supervise and support hospice Medical Directors within the assigned area.

• Conduct performance evaluations, coaching, and development planning for Medical Directors.
• Assist with physician recruitment, onboarding, orientation, and retention efforts.
• Address physician performance, documentation, and compliance concerns.
• Provide physician oversight for day-to-day hospice clinical operations.
• Partner with Executive Directors, Clinical Directors, and Operations leaders to address clinical concerns and improve performance.
• Assist in resolving patient‑care issues requiring physician leadership.
• Promote consistent application of hospice and palliative care standards across all locations.
• Monitor medical record documentation and provider compliance.
• Ensure physician adherence to Medicare hospice regulations and accreditation requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and local performance improvement projects.
• Review clinical quality metrics and implement improvement strategies.
• Foster strong relationships with referring providers, hospitals, and community partners.
• Promote collaboration between physicians and interdisciplinary teams.

If you meet these qualifications, we would love to meet you:*

• Must be a licensed Medical Doctor (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) in the state(s) of practice, with training or experience in caring for chronically or terminally ill patients
• Maintains active DEA license
• Active driver’s license
• Minimum 3-5 years of hospice, palliative care, geriatrics, oncology, or related serious illness experience.
• Strong knowledge of Medicare hospice regulations and documentation standards.
• Ability to travel throughout assigned market territories as needed
• (Preferred) English/Spanish bilingual
• (Preferred) Board Certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine.
• (Preferred) Leadership experience overseeing multiple hospice programs.

Caring for others is more than what you do — it’s who you are. At AccentCare, you’ll join a purpose-driven, collaborative culture that sets the standard for excellence and gives you the trust and tools to do your best work. You’ll belong to a team that cares deeply for patients and each other; a team committed to consistently providing exceptional care.

We’re proud to be named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces 2026 by Newsweek — a reflection of our shared commitment to excellence, integrity and compassion as we shape the future of aging in place. When you thrive, so does the community of care we’re building together.

Our Investment in You

Caring for others starts with caring for you. We’re committed to fostering a purpose-driven workplace where you feel supported, and that means prioritizing your physical, financial and mental well-being. Our benefits include:* Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities
• Company-matching 401(k)
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Wellness offerings such as an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and access to Calm, a meditation, sleep, and relaxation app
• Programs to celebrate achievements, milestones, and fellow employees
• Company store credit for your first AccentCare-branded scrubs for patient‑facing employees
• And more!