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About the Role

Provide expert clinical oversight to hospice physicians, ensuring compassionate, goal-directed care for patients. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, oversee regulatory compliance, and guide quality improvement to enhance patient outcomes. This position oversees branches in Temple, San Marcos, Austin, Marble Falls, Harker Heights, Georgetown, Hewitt, and Kerville.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and ensure quality medical services delivered by hospice physicians across multiple locations.
• Certify and recertify hospice eligibility, ensuring timely compliance with Medicare and other regulations.
• Conduct and supervise face-to-face patient visits, including home consultations for complex cases.
• Lead physician recruitment, training, supervision, and performance evaluation.
• Provide 24/7/365 on-call physician coverage coordination with hospice physicians.
• Maintain accurate, timely medical documentation and support regulatory reviews.
• Participate actively in interdisciplinary group (IDG) meetings to coordinate patient care and medication management.
• Monitor pharmacy utilization, ensuring appropriate medication prescribing and administration.
• Collaborate with hospice leadership on policy development, compliance, and quality assessment and performance improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
• Serve as a community liaison, enhancing hospice visibility and partnerships with healthcare providers.
• Support educational programs for staff, physicians, and community partners.

Requirements

• Doctorate degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification in a specialty recognized by ABMS or AOA-BOS, preferably primary care.
• Current and unrestricted medical license in the practicing state.
• Valid National Provider Identifier (NPI) and DEA registration for controlled substances.
• Hospice and Palliative Medicine board certification and/or Hospice Medical Director Certification Board certification preferred.
• Current Medicare Provider Enrollment (PECOS) and Medicaid certification if required.
• Ability to travel 15-25% based on program needs.
• CPR and TB clearance required.

Skills

• Extensive knowledge of hospice and palliative care principles, regulations, and best practices.
• Leadership and mentorship skills to inspire interdisciplinary teams and improve patient care.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and regulatory requirements.
• Compassionate communication and empathy toward patients and families facing end-of-life situations.
• Proficiency in navigating healthcare compliance, quality improvement, and ethical considerations.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with attending physicians, staff, and community healthcare providers.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Passion for providing exceptional palliative care and advocacy for hospice patients.
• Positive reputation in the medical community with a commitment to collaborative practice.
• Flexibility and adaptability to dynamic healthcare environments.
• Commitment to maintaining professional standards and compliance with hospice regulations.

Location

• Temple
• San Marcos
• Austin
• Marble Falls
• Harker Heights
• Georgetown
• Hewitt
• Kerville

Work Type

• Full-Time
• Part-Time
• Per Diem

Education Level

• Doctorate degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification in a specialty recognized by ABMS or AOA-BOS, preferably primary care.
• Hospice and Palliative Medicine board certification and/or Hospice Medical Director Certification Board certification preferred.

Salary/Compensations

• Competitive Pay

Benefits

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• National & Local Recognition Programs
• Teammate Assistance Fund
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
• Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
• Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
• Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
• Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

About the Company

• At New Century Hospice, part of Gentiva, we 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.
• We have nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.
• Our mission is to be by the side of those who need us, helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery, and guiding patients and families through serious illness or terminal diagnosis.
• Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands including Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon for hospice care.
• Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care for palliative care.
• Heartland Home Health for home health care.
• Illumia Health for advanced illness management.
• Corporate headquarters are in Atlanta, Georgia.
• We offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized and kindness is celebrated.

Equal Opportunity

• We are proud to be an EEO employer.