Hospice Physician Leader - Per Diem On-Call

Gentiva; Hot Springs (AR); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Gentiva Hospice is seeking a dedicated Hospice Physician to ensure compassionate, goal-directed care for patients and to lead interdisciplinary teams in a compliant and quality-focused environment.

You will certify eligibility, oversee face-to-face visits, and coordinate 24/7 on-call coverage while ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to regulatory standards. Strong leadership and community engagement are essential.

Qualifications

• Doctorate (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification in a recognized specialty (ABMS/AOA-BOS preferred).
• Current and unrestricted medical license in practicing state.
• Valid NPI and DEA registration for controlled substances.
• Hospice/Palliative Medicine certification preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

MD/DO degree

Board certification

Active medical license

NPI & DEA

Hospice/Palliative board cert

Travel 15-25%

CPR & TB clearance

Education

MD or DO

Job description

Gentiva Hospice is seeking a dedicated Hospice Physician to ensure compassionate, goal-directed care for patients and to lead interdisciplinary teams in a compliant and quality-focused environment.

You will certify eligibility, oversee face-to-face visits, and coordinate 24/7 on-call coverage while ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to regulatory standards. Strong leadership and community engagement are essential.