Hospice Physician Designee & Care Oversight Leader

Gentiva; Town of Spooner (WI); Presencial; USD 180.000 - 240.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

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

Paid Time Off + 7 Holidays

Wellness Programs (Telemedicine)

Education Support & Tuition Assistance

Free CEUs

Life & Long-Term Disability

Voluntary Benefits

Descripción de la vacante

Gentiva Hospice seeks a Hospice Physician Designee to provide direction and oversight for patient care, ensuring that plans of care are implemented and medically appropriate across multiple locations.

The role reports to the Medical Director and involves supervising hospice providers, participating in IDG activities, and delivering clinical training to staff. Strong leadership and compliance with hospice standards are essential.

Formación

• 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 practising 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.

Responsabilidades

• Implement and oversee patient Plans of Care to meet medical needs.
• Assess and reevaluate patient medical needs regularly.
• Supervise and communicate with all hospice providers, including contracted and employed physicians.
• Assist in establishing and reviewing patient Plans of Care.
• Serve on the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) and contribute to patient-focused care planning.
• Attend and conduct clinical training sessions.
• Assess patient hospice eligibility and complete terminal illness certifications/recertifications when needed.
• Act as a medical resource and liaison for the IDG, attending physicians, and community medical providers.
• Facilitate meetings with patients’ family members and provide guidance for quality care.
• Provide 24-hour on-call services to hospice clinicians.
• Review all patient medications for effectiveness, interactions, and relation to terminal condition.
• Perform supervisory duties in the absence of the Medical Director.

Conocimientos

Hospice care knowledge

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Compliance & quality

Collaboration

Verbal & written communication

Educación

MD/DO

Board certification (ABMS/AOA-BOS)

Medical license in practicing state

NPI & DEA

Hospice/Palliative Certification preferred

PECOS & Medicaid enrollment

Descripción del empleo

Gentiva Hospice seeks a Hospice Physician Designee to provide direction and oversight for patient care, ensuring that plans of care are implemented and medically appropriate across multiple locations.

The role reports to the Medical Director and involves supervising hospice providers, participating in IDG activities, and delivering clinical training to staff. Strong leadership and compliance with hospice standards are essential.