Senior Hospice Physician & Care Leader

Gentiva; Athens (TN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k) with Company Match

Career Advancement Opportunities

Education Support & Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Gentiva is seeking a Hospice Physician to ensure compassionate, goal-directed care for hospice patients while upholding the highest medical standards. You will work with interdisciplinary teams, oversee regulatory compliance, and lead quality improvement efforts to improve outcomes.

The role requires board certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine or related area, an active license, NPI, DEA, and willingness to travel 15–25%.

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification in ABMS or AOA-BOS, preferably primary care.
• Current and unrestricted medical license in the practicing state.
• Valid NPI and DEA registration for controlled substances.
• Hospice and Palliative Medicine board certification and/or Hospice Medical Director Certification Board 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 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

Hospice medicine knowledge

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Medical documentation

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

MD/DO doctorate

Hospice & Palliative Medicine board certification

Active state medical license

NPI & DEA registration

Job description

Gentiva is seeking a Hospice Physician to ensure compassionate, goal-directed care for hospice patients while upholding the highest medical standards. You will work with interdisciplinary teams, oversee regulatory compliance, and lead quality improvement efforts to improve outcomes.

The role requires board certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine or related area, an active license, NPI, DEA, and willingness to travel 15–25%.