Medical Director

Job Locations US-OH-Lucasville | US-OH-Jackson
Requisition ID
2025-124089
Location
Heartland Hospice
Category
Clinical Management
Requisition Post Information* : External Company Name
Gentiva
Position Type
Full-Time
Location : City
Lucasville
Location : State/Province
OH

Overview

The Medical Director will report directly to the National Medical Director and supervise, evaluate, and be responsible for the standards and overall quality of the hospice care services rendered to patients by physicians through the employing hospice provider. 

  • Oversee and assist with ensuring implementation of the Plan of Care in order to meet the patient’s goals of care and needs. 
  • Assess and reevaluate the patient’s medical needs on a regular basis in conjunction with the interdisciplinary Group (IDG). Provide supervision of Hospice Physicians (HPs). 
  • Manage related expenditures in a fiscally responsible manner in accordance with the program’s budgets. 
  • Travel as necessary.

About You

  • Doctorate degree in allopathic medicine or osteopathic medicine from an accredited medical school
  • Current and unrestricted license to practice medicine within the state
  • Current and valid National Provider Identifier (NPI)
  • Current and unrestricted DEA Registration for Schedules 2 through 5 and any applicable state-controlled substance prescribing registration
  • Current Medicare Provider Enrollment, Chain, and Ownership System (PECOS) validation and Medicaid equivalent for the state of practice, if required by that state
  • Experience demonstrated by Hospice & Palliative Medicine board certification, Hospice Medical Director Certification Board certification, or substantial practice within the hospice setting
  • Should possess a passion for helping patients with palliative care needs and possesses a reputation and positive image in the community as an authority in hospice and palliative medicine.  Has the ability to work within an interdisciplinary setting.
  • Ability to travel 15-25%

We Offer

  • Compensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications and department equity.  Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, of which base pay is just one piece. Salary Range: $175,000 to $265,000

  • Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health Insurance, 401k Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO
  • Opportunity to Participate In a Fleet Program
  • Mileage Reimbursement
  • Professional Growth and Development Opportunities

Legalese

  • This is a safety-sensitive position
  • Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
  • Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
  • We are proud to be an EEO employer
  • We maintain a drug-free workplace

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Location

Heartland Hospice

Our Company

 

At Heartland Hospice, part of Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.

 

Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis.

 

Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include:

 

  • Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon
  • Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care
  • Home health care: Heartland Home Health
  • Advanced illness management: Illumia Health

 

With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is celebrated.

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