Hospice Medical Director (PRN) - Flexible Leadership

Transitions Hospice; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 207,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Company provided equipment

Job summary

Transitions Hospice is seeking a Medical Director to provide clinical leadership for the Fort Wayne hospice program. You will direct medical services, support the interdisciplinary team, and ensure high-quality end-of-life care with a patient-centered approach.

The role emphasizes physician leadership, education, and compliance with hospice standards, Medicare rules, and QAPI initiatives. Flexible employment with a focus on compassionate care and program excellence.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of hospice and palliative care principles.
• Ability to lead interdisciplinary teams and educate clinicians.
• Commitment to ongoing medical education in hospice care.
• Strong clinical judgment in pain and symptom management.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall medical leadership for the hospice program and oversee hospice providers.
• Consult with attending physicians on pain and symptom management for hospice patients.
• Serve as the primary medical resource to the interdisciplinary team.
• Ensure 24/7 availability of physician services for patient needs.
• Develop and review treatment protocols and current intervention options.
• Maintain knowledge of hospice research and trends in care.
• Collaborate with practitioners as needed within the organization.

Skills

Hospice knowledge

Clinical leadership

Education & teaching

Education

MD/DO licensed in IN

Job description

Transitions Hospice is seeking a Medical Director to provide clinical leadership for the Fort Wayne hospice program. You will direct medical services, support the interdisciplinary team, and ensure high-quality end-of-life care with a patient-centered approach.

The role emphasizes physician leadership, education, and compliance with hospice standards, Medicare rules, and QAPI initiatives. Flexible employment with a focus on compassionate care and program excellence.