What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Medical Director position at Empath Health?
Tidewell Hospice, a member of Empath Health, is seeking an Associate Medical Director to join the Empath team.
The Associate Medical Director:
• Provides physician direction and guidance to the Empath Health hospice program to assure the maintenance of quality care for patients and families.
• Participates in the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) meeting, performs certification, recertification, provides symptom control expertise, performs clinical visits in the home or inpatient setting and provides regulatory visits to meet recertification requirements.
• Serves as an educator and researcher of hospice care
• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Licensure: Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Florida
• Active DEA license
• Board certification by an American Board of Medical Specialties’ recognized specialty that deals with care of the terminally ill, such as Internal Medicine, Family Practice, Oncology or Geriatrics.
• Minimum of three years post graduate medical practice experience
Suncoast Hospice, Empath Home Health, and Empath Health Pharmacy are proud to be accredited by the Joint Commission showing our commitment to quality.
Empath Health values diversity as it strengthens our community and care. We embrace the diversity of cultures, thoughts, beliefs and traditions of our employees, volunteers and people we are honored to serve across our network. Our diverse staff reflects our community and each day, we work to be respectful, sensitive and competent with each other and those in our care. In every journey, we are dedicated to achieving comfort, dignity and exceptional care. Those of all backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to apply with us or seek our care and services.
Our commitment to patient, client, staff and volunteer safety is a cornerstone of a High Reliability Organization with a focus on zero harm. Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Empath Health employees
Providing compassionate, full life care is an honor we take seriously at Empath Health. Join our team and make a positive impact in the community!
