Hospice/Palliative Medicine Physician

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Job description

Job Title: Hospice Medical Director

Location: Kansas City, MO

Are you a compassionate and dedicated physician looking to make a meaningful difference in patients lives? We are seeking an experienced Hospice Medical Director to join our team in the Kansas City area. This leadership role is a unique opportunity to guide a high-quality hospice program, ensuring patients and families receive the best in comfort, care, and dignity during end-of-life journeys.

Position Highlights:

• Competitive Salary: Commensurate with experience and industry standards
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a dedicated, interdisciplinary team focused on compassionate, patient-centered care
• Leadership Opportunity: Oversee clinical operations, quality standards, and program development within a supportive hospice organization

Key Responsibilities:

• Clinical Oversight: Lead the clinical team in providing exceptional care to hospice patients, ensuring the highest quality and ethical standards in pain management, symptom control, and comfort care.
• Team Collaboration: Serve as a key resource and mentor to a skilled team of nurses, social workers, chaplains, and other professionals, promoting a culture of excellence and compassion.
• Patient and Family Support: Provide guidance, consultation, and education to patients and families, facilitating informed decision-making and emotional support.
• Quality Improvement: Develop, implement, and monitor quality improvement initiatives, maintaining compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Community Engagement: Build and strengthen relationships with referral sources, healthcare facilities, and community organizations to promote awareness of hospice services.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO with current licensure in Missouri (or eligibility to obtain licensure)
• Board Certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine (or relevant experience)
• Leadership Experience in a hospice, palliative care, or related healthcare setting preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a passion for compassionate, patient-centered care

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: As Hospice Medical Director, you ll directly contribute to improving the lives of patients and their families during a critical stage of care.
• Professional Growth: Engage in leadership opportunities, quality improvement initiatives, and ongoing training to expand your expertise in hospice and palliative care.
• Community Focus: Be part of a mission-driven organization committed to serving the Kansas City community with empathy, respect, and excellence.

If you're a physician who is dedicated to delivering outstanding end-of-life care and ready to lead a team of committed professionals, we invite you to apply. Join us in making a lasting impact on patients and families in the Kansas City area.

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