What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Medical Director position at Hospice of the Red River Valley?
Job DetailsJob LocationFargo Headquarters - Fargo, NDPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftDayJob CategoryHealth CareDescriptionOur mission : 'To provide comfort and care through life's journey." Join our team today! The Hospice Medical Director collaborates with the hospice Chief Medical Officer, hospice physicians, Nurse Practitioners, and the inter-disciplinary team in providing world-class hospice medical care to patients in accordance with federal regulations and the strategic direction set by the board of directors. Some travel required within service area.This position will be located in Fargo, ND and will provide support to both our home-based hospice services as well as rotational support in our brand-new state-of-the-art and first ever in North Dakota, Hospice Inpatient Unit - Heather's House.Essential FunctionsPartners with the medical director in providing medical expertise for : Standards of medical care for hospice patientsEligibility and ineligibility of referred patientsDisease management and pain and symptom management of hospice patientsDirect medical care to hospice patientsPhysician-to-physician relationships and leadershipClinical and public education regarding hospice careGuidance to hospice NP or nurse as they provide direct patient careBenefits : HRRV offers a robust benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, short-term and long-term disability, and a generous time off package.Compensation : Starting at $300K annual salary (depending on experience)Expectations of all HRRV EmployeesSupport the mission, vision and values through unequaled quality patient care, professional competence, collaboration, communication, innovation, accountability, ownership and provide support to the entire agency regardless of their primary office location.HRRV has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.Hospice has HEARTHonor - I accept the honor of service to hospice patients, families, and communities.Excellence - I strive for excellence in my work, as we stand on hallowed ground.Attitude - I choose a positive attitude at work.Respect - I treat people with the same respect I wish to be given.Teamwork - I value everyone's contribution in delivery of care, operation of the organization and stewardship of our resources.QualificationsLicenses, Registrations RequiredMD or D.O. licensure in Minnesota and North Dakota (or willing to obtain dual licensure upon employment offer)DEA Licensure in MN and NDCurrent state driver's license and active auto insuranceQualificationsHospice and Palliative Care Certification or Fellowship, highly preferredExperience in care of terminally ill patientsDemonstrated ability to promote teamwork and collaborationAdministrative health care experience desirableBoard certified FP or IM desirable
Salary : $300,000
