Hospice Medical Director at Hospice of the Bluegrass Inc

Lexington, Kentucky, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical Direction, Hospice Care, Palliative Care, Team Collaboration, Pain Management, Symptom Management, Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution, Regulatory Compliance, Interdisciplinary Teamwork, Clinical Care, Patient Care, Leadership, Education Assistance, Autonomy

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

Description Hospice Medical Director Location: Lexington, KY At BCN we are committed to a work setting that treats all team members with fairness, dignity, and respect. We offer our team members an opportunity to grow, to develop professionally, and to work in a team environment. You can help our team make a lasting difference for our families. Join #TeamBCN where your work matters and your time is valued. We Offer: Competitive Pay Comprehensive benefits package Autonomy in your workday Flexible Schedules to support work/life balance (select positions) Mileage Reimbursement for work-related driving Up to 24 days of PTO accrued within the first year of employment 8 Paid Holidays (including day after Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve) Educational Assistance up to $3,000 per year & College Tuition Discounts Free Continuing Education Credits About the role: The Hospice Medical Director (HMD) provides overall medical direction for the BCN Hospice program in collaboration with the Sr. Hospice Medical Director and Clinical Leadership. This includes but is not limited to: support of BCNs’ hospice team physicians, through bedside clinical care and work with the interdisciplinary team, the HMD directs the medical component of patient care wherever the patient resides, consistent with BCNs’ policies and in accordance with Federal and State hospice regulations and oversees the medical practice of all Hospice physicians. Requirements Current license to practice medicine in the state of Kentucky. Board eligibility/certification in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Oncology, or appropriate medical society. Certification/eligibility in Hospice and Palliative Medicine preferred. Hospice Medical Director Certification. Maintains active DEA. At least 3-5 years’ experience in the practice of medicine. Familiar with the philosophical, technical and regulatory aspects of Hospice and Palliative care. Expertise in pain and symptom management preferred. Ability to work as a member of a large interdisciplinary team. Excellent communication skills and experience with conflict resolution. Team members will be expected to comply with Bluegrass Care Navigators (BCN) Employee Health, infectious disease, and vaccination policies.

Responsibilities

The Hospice Medical Director provides overall medical direction for the BCN Hospice program in collaboration with the Sr. Hospice Medical Director and Clinical Leadership. This includes supporting hospice team physicians and directing the medical component of patient care in accordance with policies and regulations.