Hospice Medical Director - Topeka, KS
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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.