Hospice Medical Director / Physician
Portland, OR
Mission Hospice Services of Portland – Nursing & Clinical Support /
Part-Time /
Hybrid
Mission Healthcare, located in seven states, is the largest home health and hospice company in the western United States. We have a critical mission—to take care of our people. We provide a comprehensive array of services that meet the needs of patients and families across the healthcare continuum. We believe our people, partners, patients and their families deserve care delivered with Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Service (CARES), Mission Healthcare’s core values. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to impact patient’s lives daily and grow your career in a culture of collaboration, compassion, and commitment. We are excited to continue to grow our mission family!
Responsibilities:
- Provide overall medical direction and leadership for the hospice program.
- Ensure compliance with Medicare Conditions of Participation, accrediting bodies, and all federal/state regulations.
- Oversee adherence to organizational policies, procedures, and bylaws.
- Develop and review policies related to patient care, medical education, and emergency procedures.
- Collaborate with leadership to evaluate and improve medical education and quality initiatives (QAPI).
- Serve as a liaison and hospice care champion to community physicians and healthcare partners.
- Educate physicians, staff, and volunteers on terminal illness care and hospice eligibility.
- Review and certify terminal illness eligibility; complete and document face-to-face visits for benefit recertification.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to manage care plans, pain/symptom management, and medication oversight.
- Attend IDG meetings and support team-based care planning and updates at least every 15 days.
- Serve as primary physician if the attending is unavailable or relinquishes care.
- Maintain documentation reflecting patient status and care provided.
- Stay current with hospice best practices, treatment protocols, and end-of-life care trends.
- Provide guidance on ethical issues, conflict resolution, and patient/family counseling.
- Ensure 24/7 availability of physician services to meet patient needs.
- Assist with evaluating protocols and optimizing care quality and cost-efficiency.
At Mission Healthcare, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and every employee feels respected, accepted, and empowered. We are committed to building a diverse team and creating an environment that promotes equity and belonging.
Equal Opportunity:
We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
Accessibility Commitment:
We strive to make our hiring process accessible to all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the employment process due to a disability, please do not hesitate to let us know how we can best meet your needs.
Inclusion Efforts:
We continually work to enhance our practices by actively combating discrimination and advancing fairness and inclusivity. We encourage applicants from historically underrepresented groups to apply and join us in our mission to diversify our team and foster an environment where diverse perspectives are embraced, and every employee is given the opportunity to thrive.
Your Voice Matters:
Mission Healthcare values your voice. We believe in maintaining a dialogue about diversity and inclusion within our teams and welcome your perspectives and innovative ideas. Together, we aim to build a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and a culture where everyone belongs.
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