Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Hospice Medical Director to lead our hospice care team with passion and expertise. This vital role involves overseeing clinical operations, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations, and providing exceptional patient-centered care. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in medical management, clinical research, and healthcare leadership, fostering a compassionate environment that prioritizes quality of life for patients at the end of life. As a key leader, you will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, drive quality improvement initiatives, and uphold the highest standards of medical practice within a hospice setting.
Duties
- Provide comprehensive medical oversight for hospice services, ensuring adherence to NCQA standards and healthcare regulations such as HIPAA and FDA guidelines.
- Lead clinical development efforts by integrating evidence-based practices and advancing research initiatives related to palliative and end-of-life care.
- Supervise medical staff, including physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals, fostering a culture of excellence in patient care and compliance management.
- Oversee utilization management processes to optimize patient outcomes while maintaining cost-effective care aligned with managed care principles.
- Ensure accurate documentation of medical records using Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems, maintaining compliance with medical terminology standards and healthcare regulations.
- Collaborate with hospital partners and community organizations to coordinate services, facilitate transitions of care, and support patients’ holistic needs.
- Manage budgets related to clinical operations, ensuring resource allocation aligns with organizational goals and quality improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
- Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution with post-residency experience in hospice or palliative medicine.
- Demonstrated leadership experience in healthcare management, including academic or executive leadership roles.
- Proven supervisory experience overseeing multidisciplinary teams within a hospital or hospice environment.
- Strong knowledge of physiology, anatomy, medical terminology, and clinical development principles relevant to end-of-life care.
- Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems, healthcare compliance standards such as HIPAA, NCQA standards, FDA regulations, and drug enforcement (DEA) regulations.
- Experience in clinical research or quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing patient care outcomes.
- Excellent project management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple initiatives simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Knowledge of managed care practices, utilization management strategies, and practice management systems.
- Effective teaching and communication skills to mentor staff and educate patients’ families about complex medical issues.
Join us as we deliver compassionate hospice care driven by innovation and dedicated leadership! We are committed to supporting your professional growth while making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through expert medical guidance and empathetic service.
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Saint Paul, MN 55105
