Associate Medical Director

LE10005 Empath Payroll Services, LLC; Juno Beach (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Trustbridge Hospice, a member of Empath Health, provides medical leadership and clinical oversight to interdisciplinary care teams in hospice care. The role focuses on symptom management, care planning, and ensuring high-quality end-of-life care with compassion and dignity.

The position involves telehealth and in-person visits in Florida. The Associate Medical Director collaborates with attending physicians, adheres to state requirements, and supports treatment decisions that align with Empath

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine strongly preferred; related specialty accepted.

Responsibilities

• Promotes Empath and Hospice Program mission, vision and values and follows policies.
• Collaborates with the patient’s attending physician to develop/update plan of care and ensure pain and symptom management.
• Serves as medical resource and educator to hospice staff, patients, families and attending physicians on admission criteria and end-of-life care.
• Adheres to Florida Department of Health requirements and regulatory standards.
• Participates in IDG conferences with Clinical Director and team for patient needs.
• Provides symptom control expertise and communicates with RNCM to initiate/evaluate pain treatments.
• Performs clinical visits via telehealth, and in home or inpatient settings for recertification needs.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Hospice care

Team collaboration

Pain management

Education

MD or DO

Board certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine or related specialty

Job description

Trustbridge Hospice, a member of Empath Health, is seeking a compassionate and collaborative Associate Medical Director to join our dedicated hospice team. In this role, you will provide medical leadership and clinical oversight to interdisciplinary care teams, helping ensure patients and families receive exceptional end-of-life care focused on comfort, dignity, and quality of life. You will serve as a trusted physician partner, guiding symptom management, supporting care planning, and promoting excellence in hospice and palliative medicine. Schedule: Monday-Friday 8a-5p Since 1978, Trustbridge Hospice has been honored to serve families across Palm Beach and Broward counties with compassionate, community-based care. Formed from the legacy of Hospice by the Sea and Hospice of Palm Beach County, we continue to provide comfort, dignity, and peace to those facing advanced illness.

What you’ll Do:

• Promotes and practices the Empath and Hospice Program mission, vision and values and follows all policies and procedures.
• Collaborates with the patient’s attending physician as needed to develop and update the patient’s plan of care, ensure the provision of direct medical services and to ensure pain and symptom management.
• Serves as a medical resource and educator to hospice staff, patients, families and attending physicians regarding admission criteria, pain and symptom control management and end of life issues hospice and palliative care.
• Adheres to the Florida Department of Health requirements, as well as legal, regulatory and accreditation requirements.
• Actively participates in IDG conferences as assigned, collaborating closely with the Clinical Director and other disciplines with a team approach to ensure that the medical needs of the patient are met.
• Provides symptom control expertise and communicates with the RNCM to initiate and evaluate treatments for pain/symptom management.
• Performs clinical visits via telehealth, as well as in the home or inpatient setting and provides regulatory visits to meet recertification requirements.
• Completes ongoing assessments of the patient’s terminal diagnosis and accurately evaluates eligibility for recertification using the Local Coverage Determination (LDC) criteria.

Why Join Empath Health?

Earn Competitive Pay: Your skills and contributions are recognized and rewarded.

Benefits & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement with company match, plus wellness programs to support your mind and body.

Industry-Leading PTO: 5+ weeks to rest, recharge, and live your Full Life.

Grow Your Career: CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.

Make a Difference: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.

What You'll Need:

• M.D. or D.O. degree from an accredited medical school and Board Certified in a related specialty.
• Current Florida license to practice medicine issued pursuant to Florida Statute 458 or 459.
• Minimum of one (1) year recent active practice with direct clinical medical care experience.
• Certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine strongly preferred.
• Hospital staff privileges at one or more hospitals commonly serving patients in the service area strongly preferred.
• Current Federal DEA registration.
• Valid CPR Certification required if patient facing.

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