Medical Director

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : Position Summary :

Chemik Hospice Care LLC is seeking a compassionate, experienced, and highly skilled Medical Director to lead and oversee the medical component of hospice care services. The Medical Director is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care and providing clinical oversight for the interdisciplinary team. This role includes certifying eligibility for hospice, guiding clinical decisions, and promoting a culture of excellence in end-of-life care.

Key Responsibilities :

• Provide overall medical direction and oversight of patient care in accordance with the hospice philosophy.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team (IDT) to develop, implement, and revise patient care plans.
• Review and certify eligibility for hospice admission and recertification based on CMS guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including Medicare Conditions of Participation.
• Participate in and / or lead interdisciplinary team meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
• Serve as a clinical resource for hospice staff, patients, families, and referring physicians.
• Oversee the symptom management and palliative care plans of hospice patients.
• Provide education and training to staff and community physicians on hospice care principles and guidelines.
• Participate in on-call coverage rotation (if applicable).

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To Apply :

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter to info@chemikhealthcare.com.