Medical Director - Full-time

Location: Diamond Springs, CA

Required Qualifications:

• Licensed as a Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy under the provision of the California Business and Professions Code.

• Board Certified in Hospice and/or Palliative Care and/or demonstrated knowledge and skills in medical management of advanced irreversible disease.

• Possess a controlled substances registration certificate with state and federal authorities.

• Possess an unencumbered California Driver's License, auto insurance, and a dependable automobile.

• Maintain current CPR Certification.

• Not excluded from participating in the Medicare program.

Job Description

• Provide medical direction adhering to Medicare, federal, and state statutes that govern the provision of services.

• Review patients' medical eligibility for hospice services to ensure the plan of care is in line with program policies and procedures.

• Review necessary data from referral sources to validate the diagnosis and life-limiting prognosis.

• Perform face-to-face encounters within thirty days of benefit certification periods and attest to the encounter.

• Consult with attending physicians and clinical staff to ensure pain and symptom management is accomplished effectively and expeditiously.

• Supervise Associate Medical Directors and Nurse Practitioners, including recruiting and evaluation.

• Facilitate collaboration with the attending physician to ensure the patient receives care that meets their needs.

• Attend and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, assisting in the development and implementation of the plan of care.

• Serve as a medical liaison and resource in providing clinical education to the Interdisciplinary Team and Physicians.

Benefits:

• Tremendous Career Growth Opportunities!

• Senior management and leadership are very well respected by the team!

• Great work environment with a family-like work culture!

• Medical, Dental and Vision

If that’s you, let’s talk!