Oversee and ensure quality medical services delivered by hospice physicians across multiple locations.
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.
Lead physician recruitment, training, supervision, and performance evaluation.
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 quality assessment and performance improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
Serve as a community liaison, enhancing hospice visibility and partnerships with healthcare providers.
Support educational programs for staff, physicians, and community partners.
Extensive knowledge of hospice and palliative care principles, regulations, and best practices.
Leadership and mentorship skills to inspire interdisciplinary teams and improve patient care.
Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and regulatory requirements.
Compassionate communication and empathy toward patients and families facing end-of-life situations.
Proficiency in navigating healthcare compliance, quality improvement, and ethical considerations.
Ability to collaborate effectively with attending physicians, staff, and community healthcare providers.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
