Hospice Medical Director & Care Leadership

Gentiva; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k) with Company Match

Career Advancement

Recognition Programs

Teammate Assistance Fund

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Mileage Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

7 Paid Holidays

Wellness Programs

Tuition Assistance

CEUs

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Gentiva is seeking a Hospice Physician to ensure compassionate, goal-directed care for hospice patients at its Carson City and Reno branches. You will lead interdisciplinary teams, oversee regulatory compliance, and guide quality improvement efforts to improve patient outcomes.

This role includes 24/7 on-call coverage coordination, robust documentation, and active participation in IDG meetings. Travel 15–25% is required, with licensure and board certifications as prerequisites.

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification in an ABMS or AOA-BOS recognized specialty, preferably primary care.
• Current and unrestricted medical license in the practicing state.
• Valid NPI and DEA registration for controlled substances.
• Hospice and Palliative Medicine board certification and/or Hospice Medical Director Certification Board preferred.
• PECOS and Medicaid certification if required.
• Ability to travel 15–25% based on program needs.
• CPR and TB clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Certify and recertify hospice eligibility, ensuring timely compliance with Medicare and other regulations.
• Conduct and supervise face-to-face patient visits, including home consultations for complex cases.
• Provide 24/7/365 on-call physician coverage coordination with hospice physicians.
• Maintain accurate, timely medical documentation and support regulatory reviews.
• Participate in interdisciplinary group (IDG) meetings to coordinate patient care and medication management.
• Monitor pharmacy utilization, ensuring appropriate medication prescribing and administration.
• Collaborate with hospice leadership on policy development, compliance, and QAPI initiatives.
• Serve as a community liaison to enhance hospice visibility and partnerships with healthcare providers.
• Support educational programs for staff, physicians, and community partners.

Skills

Hospice care knowledge

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Doctorate degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine

Job description

Gentiva is seeking a Hospice Physician to ensure compassionate, goal-directed care for hospice patients at its Carson City and Reno branches. You will lead interdisciplinary teams, oversee regulatory compliance, and guide quality improvement efforts to improve patient outcomes.

This role includes 24/7 on-call coverage coordination, robust documentation, and active participation in IDG meetings. Travel 15–25% is required, with licensure and board certifications as prerequisites.