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Hospice Medical Director (1099 Contractor)
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GRS Hospice, DBA Compassionate Care Hospice
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Hospice Medical Director (1099 Contractor) GRS Hospice, DBA Compassionate Care Hospice San Ramon, CA 94583 Hybrid work Contract Contract Hospice Medical Director (1099 Contractor) Job Description Compassionate Care Hospice is seeking a compassionate and experienced Hospice Medical Director to provide clinical leadership and oversight for our hospice program. The Medical Director serves as a key member of the interdisciplinary team and is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality hospice and palliative care services consistent with Medicare Conditions of Participation, California regulations, and ACHC standards. The position offers a flexible schedule with primarily remote participation and occasional involvement in meetings, surveys, and quality improvement activities. Responsibilities Provide medical direction and oversight for hospice clinical services. Review and certify patient eligibility for hospice services and recertifications. Participate in Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) meetings and patient care conferences. Collaborate with attending physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, chaplains, and other hospice team members. Provide consultation regarding pain and symptom management. Review, approve, and support development of individualized plans of care. Ensure physician services are provided in accordance with Medicare Conditions of Participation and hospice regulations. Assist with quality assurance, performance improvement, and regulatory compliance activities. Support staff education and clinical best practices. Be available for physician consultation related to hospice patient care. Participate in state, federal, and accreditation surveys as needed. Promote compassionate, patient-centered end-of-life care consistent with the hospice philosophy and mission. Experience & Qualifications Active and unrestricted California Physician License (MD or DO). Current DEA Registration. Board Certification preferred. Hospice and Palliative Medicine experience strongly preferred. Minimum two (2) years of experience in hospice, palliative care, geriatrics, internal medicine, family medicine, oncology, or related specialty. Knowledge of Medicare Hospice Benefit requirements and hospice eligibility guidelines. Experience participating in interdisciplinary care planning and physician certification of terminal illness. Strong communication, leadership, and collaboration skills. Ability to work effectively with an interdisciplinary hospice team. Experience with ACHC, Joint Commission, or regulatory survey processes preferred.