What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Medical Director position at Gentiva Hospice?
Our Company :
Heartland Hospice is a member of the Gentiva family - an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and personal home care. Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering physical, spiritual and emotional support to patients and their families so they may make the most of every moment. We believe that better care for caregivers and clinicians means better care for everyone, so we offer ongoing professional training, lower nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. Here, you'll join gifted colleagues who make a lasting difference in people's lives every day.
Overview :
We are looking for a Hospice Medical Director to support our team. This Hospice Medical Director :
- Certifies patient meets the medical criteria for hospice admission. Signs appropriate documentation to indicate the approval of the admission.
- Partners with the Admission Team to provide guidance and support.
- Attends, participates and collaborates the IDG meetings to ensure that the medical needs of the patients are met. Also provides oversight of the plan of care.
- Partners with the patient's attending medical director / physician to develop and update the plan of care.
- Serves as a medical resource to hospice team, patients, families, and attending physicians regarding pain and symptom control management.
- Reviews clinical information prior to the recertification period and provides written recertification of terminal illness for subsequent benefit periods.
About You :
Should possess exemplary leadership skills with a passion for optimizing the care of patients with hospice and palliative care needs.
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Legalese :
Location : Heartland Hospice
