Hospice Medical Director

About the Role: Coney Island Homecare is seeking a compassionate and experienced Hospice Medical Director to join our dedicated teams in Billings and Bozeman, MT. This is a meaningful opportunity to lead clinical excellence and make a profound difference in the lives of patients and families during life's most important moments. If you are a physician with a heart for end-of-life care, we want to hear from you. Responsibilities: Provide clinical oversight and medical leadership for the hospice program in alignment with regulatory and organizational standards Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team (IDT) to develop and review individualized patient care plans Certify and re-certify patient eligibility for hospice services in accordance with Medicare/Medicaid guidelines Serve as a clinical resource and consultant for attending physicians, nurses, and care team members Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) initiatives Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local hospice regulations and standards of care Minimal time requirements for this role - up to 4 hours every 2 weeks. Includes approval of admissions, acknowledgement of times for end of life, and approving orders during bi-weekly IDT meetings via Teams. Requirements: Active and unrestricted MD or DO license in the state of Montana Board certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine (ABHPM) preferred or willing to obtain Minimum 2+ years of experience in hospice, palliative care, or related clinical setting Strong knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid hospice conditions of participation Excellent communication and interdisciplinary team collaboration skills Demonstrated compassion and commitment to patient-centered, end-of-life care Valid DEA certification and ability to prescribe medications as required About Us: Coney Island Homecare is a trusted provider of compassionate home-based and hospice care services, dedicated to supporting patients and their families with dignity and respect. Our team of skilled professionals is united by a shared mission to deliver exceptional, personalized care in the comfort of home. We pride ourselves on a supportive work culture where clinicians are empowered to focus on what matters most - their patients. This is a remote position. #J-18808-Ljbffr