Hospice Associate Medical Director

LE10005 Empath Payroll Services, LLC; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Trustbridge Hospice, a member of Empath Health, seeks a full-time Associate Medical Director to provide medical oversight and leadership for hospice patients across Palm Beach County, supporting home-based and facility care with two IDG teams and two IPUs in Jupiter and Palm Beach Gardens.

The role blends clinical care with leadership, collaborating with care teams to ensure compassionate, high-quality end-of-life care while complying with regulatory standards and promoting education and

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school and board certified in a related specialty.
• Current Florida license to practice medicine pursuant to Florida Statute 458 or 459.
• Minimum 2 years recent active practice and direct medical care experience.
• Certification in hospice and palliative medicine strongly preferred.
• Hospital staff privileges at one or more hospitals.
• Current federal DEA registration.
• Valid CPR Certification required if patient facing.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical direction for hospice patients, including care planning, symptom and pain management, and collaboration with attending physicians.
• Serve as a clinical resource and educator for staff, patients, families, and community physicians on hospice, palliative care, and end-of-life issues.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team (IDG) meetings and work collaboratively to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Conduct patient assessments, clinical visits (home, inpatient, and telehealth), and documentation to support eligibility, recertification, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure adherence to all legal, regulatory, and accreditation standards while supporting ethical practices, community outreach, and hospice admissions.

Education

MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school and board certified in a related specialty

Board certification in hospice/palliative medicine (preferred)

Job description

Trustbridge Hospice, a member of Empath Health, is seeking a full-time Associate Medical Director to provide medical oversight and leadership for hospice patients and their families across Palm Beach County. The Associate Medical Director will support both home-based and facility care, overseeing two interdisciplinary teams and two inpatient units (IPUs) located in Jupiter and Palm Beach Gardens. This role blends clinical care and leadership responsibilities, working closely with care teams to deliver high-quality, compassionate end-of-life care.

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

• Provide medical direction for hospice patients, including care planning, symptom and pain management, and collaboration with attending physicians.
• Serve as a clinical resource and educator for staff, patients, families, and community physicians on hospice, palliative care, and end-of-life issues.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team (IDG) meetings and work collaboratively to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Conduct patient assessments, clinical visits (home, inpatient, and telehealth), and documentation to support eligibility, recertification, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure adherence to all legal, regulatory, and accreditation standards while supporting ethical practices, community outreach, and hospice admissions.

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.

Unified in empathy, we serve our communities through extraordinary Full Life Care for All.

What You'll Need

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school board certified in a related specialty
• Current Florida license to practice medicine pursuant to Florida Statue 458 or 459
• Minimum 2 years recent active practice and direct medical care experience
• Certification in hospice and palliative medicine strongly preferred
• Hospital staff privileges at one or more hospitals
• Current federal DEA registration
• Valid CPR Certification required if patient facing

Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida—including hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support.

Full Life Care means caring for the whole person- body, mind, and spirit-with empathy and dignity.

Our care goes beyond medicine to help people feel seen, supported, and valued at every stage of life.

At Empath Health, you'll find purpose, partnership, and possibility in a culture where compassion drives excellence and every team member helps make life's journey more meaningful.

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