Part-Time Hospice Medical Director

Purposelink Recruitment; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

Purposelink Recruitment is seeking a compassionate Hospice Medical Director for a part-time role in Richmond, VA. You will provide medical oversight for a growing hospice program, guide interdisciplinary teams, and ensure compassionate, patient-centered end-of-life care across the service area.

The ideal candidate is board-certified or board-eligible, brings hospice experience, and demonstrates strong communication, leadership, and collaboration with the IDT.

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree (MD or DO) required.
• Board-certified or board-eligible physician.
• Hospice experience required.
• Strong communication and collaboration with IDT.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical oversight for hospice patients across the service area.
• Offer clinical leadership to hospice teams, nurses, and staff.
• Complete and maintain hospice certifications and documentation.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team (IDT).
• Lead symptom management and care planning.
• Serve as physician consultant for complex cases.
• Engage in community education, outreach, and physician engagement.
• Ensure compliance with hospice regulations and best practices.

Skills

Hospice experience

Board-certified/eligible

Clinical leadership

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Patient-centered care

Education

MD/DO Doctorate

Job description

Part-Time Hospice Medical Director

Location: Richmond, VA Position Type: Direct Hire – Part TimePractice Setting: Hospice Care

Overview

We are seeking a compassionate, mission-driven Hospice Medical Director to provide clinical leadership and medical oversight for a growing hospice program. This role is ideal for a physician who values patient-centered care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and meaningful end-of-life support. As a key clinical leader, you will guide care teams, support symptom management, and ensure the highest standards of hospice practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide medical oversight for hospice patients across the service area
• Offer clinical leadership to hospice teams, nurses, and support staff
• Complete and maintain hospice certifications and required documentation
• Collaborate closely with the interdisciplinary team (IDT)
• Lead and support symptom management, comfort-focused care, and treatment planning
• Serve as a physician consultant for complex cases and care decisions
• Participate in community education, outreach, and physician engagement
• Ensure compliance with hospice regulations, standards, and best practices

Required Qualifications

• Doctorate degree (MD or DO)
• Board-certified or board-eligible physician
• Experience in Hospice experience required
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to end-of-life care
• Ability to provide leadership, guidance, and support to clinical teams

Ideal Candidate

• A compassionate physician leader
• Strong communicator with excellent bedside manner
• Collaborative and supportive team player
• Values patient-centered care and family support
• Comfortable providing medical direction and oversight
• Engaged in community education and outreach
• Passionate about hospice philosophy and mission