Hospice and Palliative Medical Director - competitive compensation in New York, NY full time (ID-BB)
Updated 10/16/26
10956, New City, New York, United States
Physician
Internal Medicine
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Home Care/House Calls
Hospital
Outpatient
Visa Sponsorship
No
Experience Level
3 years
Job description
Job description
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Hospice & Palliative Care Medical Director to join our growing hospice and palliative care team.
Our mission is centered on one priority: providing patients and families with the comfort, dignity, and support they deserve.
We believe exceptional end-of-life care is about more than medical interventions—it is about listening, understanding each patient's goals, managing symptoms effectively, and helping individuals and families navigate serious illness with confidence and compassion.
The Medical Director will provide clinical leadership, physician guidance, and medical oversight for our hospice and palliative care programs while partnering with an interdisciplinary team dedicated to delivering outstanding patient-centered care.
The Hospice & Palliative Care Medical Director is responsible for medical and administrative oversight of the clinical components of hospice and palliative services.
This physician leader will provide consultation, education, and support to hospice and palliative care teams; collaborate with attending physicians and specialists; support quality initiatives; and help expand access to compassionate care throughout the community.
The ideal candidate is a physician who is passionate about serious illness care, symptom management, interdisciplinary collaboration, and improving the patient experience.
Our mission is centered on one priority: providing patients and families with the comfort, dignity, and support they deserve.
We believe exceptional end-of-life care is about more than medical interventions—it is about listening, understanding each patient's goals, managing symptoms effectively, and helping individuals and families navigate serious illness with confidence and compassion.
The Medical Director will provide clinical leadership, physician guidance, and medical oversight for our hospice and palliative care programs while partnering with an interdisciplinary team dedicated to delivering outstanding patient-centered care.
The Hospice & Palliative Care Medical Director is responsible for medical and administrative oversight of the clinical components of hospice and palliative services.
This physician leader will provide consultation, education, and support to hospice and palliative care teams; collaborate with attending physicians and specialists; support quality initiatives; and help expand access to compassionate care throughout the community.
The ideal candidate is a physician who is passionate about serious illness care, symptom management, interdisciplinary collaboration, and improving the patient experience.
Job Responsibilities
Clinical Leadership & Patient Care:
Provide medical leadership and oversight for hospice and palliative care services.
Evaluate patients for hospice and palliative care eligibility according to program criteria and regulatory requirements.
Certify and recertify patient eligibility for hospice services as required.
Provide consultation regarding complex medical conditions, symptom management, and goals of care.
Support attending physicians while serving as attending physician when appropriate and requested.
Perform patient assessments in home, outpatient, and inpatient hospice settings as needed.
Develop individualized care plans focused on comfort, dignity, and quality of life.
Provide expertise in pain management and symptom control.
Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration:
Provide clinical guidance and education to hospice and palliative care teams.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and patient care conferences.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, therapists, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals.
Serve as a liaison between attending physicians and the hospice/palliative care team.
Support coordinated, patient-centered care planning.
Program Development & Quality Improvement:
Serve as a member of the clinical leadership team.
Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
Assist with development and improvement of hospice and home-based palliative care programs.
Review and develop clinical policies, procedures, and medical standards as needed.
Provide education and training for hospice staff based on identified clinical needs.
Community & Physician Outreach:
Build relationships with community physicians, hospitals, specialists, and referral partners.
Provide education regarding hospice philosophy, palliative medicine, and appropriate patient referrals.
Support growth initiatives for home-based palliative care services.
Partner with business development teams to expand community awareness and access.
Qualifications
Required:
Active, unrestricted New York State Medical License.
Active DEA registration.
Board certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.
Board certification or eligibility in Hospice and Palliative Medicine.
Experience providing hospice, palliative care, or serious illness management.
Strong clinical skills with expertise in pain and symptom management.
Experience working within an interdisciplinary care team.
Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.
Preferred:
Completion of a Palliative Medicine Fellowship Program.
Board Certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine.
Experience developing or expanding home-based palliative care programs.
Experience providing clinical leadership within hospice or healthcare organizations.
What We're Looking For:
The ideal physician leader:
Believes patient comfort and dignity come first.
Has a passion for hospice and palliative medicine.
Communicates effectively with patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.
Enjoys mentoring teams and improving care delivery.
Thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
Values quality of care over volume-based medicine.
Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Pension plan
Disability insurance
Tuition assistance
Professional growth opportunities
Join Our Mission:
If you are a physician leader who wants to make a lasting impact on patients and families facing serious illness, we invite you to join our team.
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