Medical Director - Diamond Springs, CA

Medical Director - Full-time

Location: Diamond Springs, CA

Required Qualifications:

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  Licensed as a Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy under the provision of the California Business and Professions Code.

  
  


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  Board Certified in Hospice and/or Palliative Care and/or demonstrated knowledge and skills in medical management of advanced irreversible disease.

  
  


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  Possess a controlled substances registration certificate with state and federal authorities.

  
  


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  Possess an unencumbered California Driver's License, auto insurance, and a dependable automobile.

  
  


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  Maintain current CPR Certification.

  
  


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  Not excluded from participating in the Medicare program.

  
  

Job Description

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  Provide medical direction adhering to Medicare, federal, and state statutes that govern the provision of services.

  
  


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  Review patients' medical eligibility for hospice services to ensure the plan of care is in line with program policies and procedures.

  
  


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  Review necessary data from referral sources to validate the diagnosis and life-limiting prognosis.

  
  


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  Perform face-to-face encounters within thirty days of benefit certification periods and attest to the encounter.

  
  


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  Consult with attending physicians and clinical staff to ensure pain and symptom management is accomplished effectively and expeditiously.

  
  


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  Supervise Associate Medical Directors and Nurse Practitioners, including recruiting and evaluation.

  
  


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  Facilitate collaboration with the attending physician to ensure the patient receives care that meets their needs.

  
  


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  Attend and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, assisting in the development and implementation of the plan of care.

  
  


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  Serve as a medical liaison and resource in providing clinical education to the Interdisciplinary Team and Physicians.

  
  

Benefits:

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  Tremendous Career Growth Opportunities!

  
  


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  Senior management and leadership are very well respected by the team!

  
  


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  Great work environment with a family-like work culture!

  
  


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  Medical, Dental and Vision

  
  

If that’s you, let’s talk!