Assistant Medical Director / Supervising Physician (Independent Contractor)

Location: Georgia (Remote with occasional in-person participation as needed)

Position Type: Independent Contractor

Compensation: Competitive Monthly Stipend Based on Nurse Practitioner Caseload

About Us

We are a growing hospice and palliative care organization committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care while maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence and regulatory compliance. We are seeking an experienced physician to serve as an Assistant Medical Director and Supervising Physician for our hospice and palliative care programs.

Position Summary

The Assistant Medical Director / Supervising Physician will provide clinical oversight, consultation, and collaboration for Nurse Practitioners, participate in quality improvement initiatives, and support regulatory compliance efforts. This role offers flexibility with remote participation and the opportunity to positively impact patient care across hospice and palliative services.

Key Responsibilities

Nurse Practitioner Oversight

Provide physician collaboration, consultation, and supervision for up to four (4) Nurse Practitioners.

Be reasonably available during normal business hours via phone, secure messaging, email, or telehealth.

Offer clinical guidance and consultation regarding patient care decisions.

Clinical Leadership

Review and discuss:

Complex symptom management cases

Controlled substance concerns

Hospice eligibility determinations

Palliative care appropriateness

High-risk patient situations

Regulatory and compliance matters

Meetings and Collaboration

Attend monthly:

Hospice Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) Meetings

Clinical Quality Improvement Meetings

Nurse Practitioner Case Review Meetings

Meetings may be attended remotely via teleconference or video conference.

Chart Reviews

Review a minimum of ten (10) patient charts per Nurse Practitioner each month.

Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, payer requirements, and organizational standards.

Quality Improvement & Education

Assist in developing and updating clinical protocols.

Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities.

Provide education, mentoring, and support to Nurse Practitioners and clinical staff.

Promote evidence-based practice and best clinical outcomes.

Medical Director Coverage

Provide backup Medical Director coverage when available during periods of absence of the primary Medical Director.

Qualifications

Required:

Active, unrestricted Georgia medical license (MD or DO).

Current DEA registration (if applicable).

Board Certified or Board Eligible in an appropriate specialty.

Ability to maintain all credentials necessary to perform services.

Professional liability insurance with minimum coverage of:

$1,000,000 per occurrence

$3,000,000 aggregate

Preferred:

Hospice and Palliative Medicine experience.

Prior experience supervising Advanced Practice Providers.

Strong knowledge of Medicare Conditions of Participation and hospice regulations.

Compensation is structured to reflect fair market value for professional services rendered and is not tied to referrals or business generation.

Why Join Us?

Flexible independent contractor arrangement

Primarily remote responsibilities

Meaningful impact on hospice and palliative care delivery

Collaborative interdisciplinary environment

Opportunity to mentor and support advanced practice providers

To Apply: Please submit your CV, Georgia medical license information, board certification status, and a brief statement outlining your hospice, palliative care, or supervisory experience.