Hospice Medical Director & Team Physician

AccentCare, Inc.; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

AccentCare, Inc. seeks a Hospice Medical Director and Team Physician to provide medical leadership and direct patient care, guiding hospice quality and compliance while delivering bedside care and consultations.

The role partners with an interdisciplinary team to develop individualized plans of care, supports recruitment and mentoring of physicians, and ensures regulatory standards are met across the organization.

Qualifications

• Licensed MD/DO in state of practice with training or experience in end-of-life care.
• Maintains active DEA license.
• Board certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine preferred; strong understanding of hospice regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical leadership and oversight for hospice services to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Support clinical excellence, eligibility determinations, care planning, symptom management, and regulatory compliance.
• Serve as a clinical leader within the IDG, contributing to care planning, team discussions, and quality improvement.
• Complete required certifications, recertifications, and face-to-face encounter attestations per hospice regulations.
• Participate in on-call coverage to ensure 24/7 physician availability and timely clinical support.
• Lead and support hospice physicians through recruitment, development, mentorship, and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and organizational requirements.
• Build collaborative relationships with physicians, hospitals, and referral partners.
• Engage in professional, educational, and community activities that further the organization's mission.
• Provide direct patient care and clinical consultation as needed.

Skills

Physician leadership

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Regulatory compliance

Education

MD/DO licensed in practice state

Active DEA license

Board certification in Hospice & Palliative Medicine (preferred)

Job description

AccentCare, Inc. seeks a Hospice Medical Director and Team Physician to provide medical leadership and direct patient care, guiding hospice quality and compliance while delivering bedside care and consultations.

The role partners with an interdisciplinary team to develop individualized plans of care, supports recruitment and mentoring of physicians, and ensures regulatory standards are met across the organization.