Hospice Physician
Gentiva
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Job summary
Gentiva Hospice is seeking a Hospice Physician to ensure compassionate, goal-directed care for patients in home settings and oversee regulatory compliance. You will lead interdisciplinary teams, supervise visits, and coordinate 24/7 on-call coverage, while maintaining thorough medical documentation and contributing to QAPI initiatives.
The role requires board-certified hospice/palliative expertise, an active medical license, NPI/DEA credentials, and mobility to travel as needed.
Qualifications
- Doctorate degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine from an accredited medical school.
- Board certification in a specialty recognized by ABMS or AOA-BOS, preferably primary care.
- Current and unrestricted medical license in the practicing state.
- Valid National Provider Identifier (NPI) and DEA registration for controlled substances.
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine board certification and/or Hospice Medical Director Certification Board certification preferred.
- Current Medicare Provider Enrollment (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 actively 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 quality assessment and performance improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
- Serve as a community liaison, enhancing hospice visibility and partnerships with healthcare providers.
- Support educational programs for staff, physicians, and community partners.
Skills
Education
Job description
Expand Access. Build Partnerships. Transform Care through Compassionate Hospice Leadership.
In this critical role as a Hospice Physician, you will ensure the delivery of compassionate, goal-directed care to hospice patients while upholding the highest standards of medical practice. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, oversee regulatory compliance, and guide quality improvement efforts to enhance patient outcomes.
This is a job notification only. The Hospice Physician will not be employed by Gentiva. The Hospice Physician will invoice Gentiva for services rendered
- 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 actively 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 quality assessment and performance improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
- Serve as a community liaison, enhancing hospice visibility and partnerships with healthcare providers.
- Support educational programs for staff, physicians, and community partners.
Doctorate degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine from an accredited medical school.
Board certification in a specialty recognized by ABMS or AOA-BOS, preferably primary care.
Current and unrestricted medical license in the practicing state.
Valid National Provider Identifier (NPI) and DEA registration for controlled substances.
Hospice and Palliative Medicine board certification and/or Hospice Medical Director Certification Board certification preferred.
Current Medicare Provider Enrollment (PECOS) and Medicaid certification if required.
Ability to travel 15-25% based on program needs.
CPR and TB clearance required.
Extensive knowledge of hospice and palliative care principles, regulations, and best practices.
Leadership and mentorship skills to inspire interdisciplinary teams and improve patient care.
Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and regulatory requirements.
Compassionate communication and empathy toward patients and families facing end-of-life situations.
Proficiency in navigating healthcare compliance, quality improvement, and ethical considerations.
Ability to collaborate effectively with attending physicians, staff, and community healthcare providers.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Passion for providing exceptional palliative care and advocacy for hospice patients.
Positive reputation in the medical community with a commitment to collaborative practice.
Flexibility and adaptability to dynamic healthcare environments.
Commitment to maintaining professional standards and compliance with hospice regulations.
- Competitive Pay
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- National & Local Recognition Programs
- Teammate Assistance Fund
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
- Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
- Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
- Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
- Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
- Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)
- This is a safety-sensitive position
- Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
- Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
- We are proud to be an EEO employer
- We maintain a drug-free workplace
Gentiva Hospice
At Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.
Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis.
Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include:
- Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon
- Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care
- Home health care: Heartland Home Health
- Advanced illness management: Illumia Health
With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is celebrated.
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