Hospice Physician / Medical Director Designee Per Diem
Company: NEXT CARE HOSPICE
Role summary
Hospice Physician / Medical Director Designee Per Diem is a part-time role at NEXT CARE HOSPICE in Fountain Valley, California, United States (remote). Posted 2026-08-16. Experience level: 5-10.
- Job title
- Hospice Physician / Medical Director Designee Per Diem
- Company
- NEXT CARE HOSPICE
- Location
- Fountain Valley, California, United States
- Work arrangement
- remote
- Employment type
- part-time
- Category
- Healthcare Support
- Experience level
- 5-10
- Date posted
- 2026-08-16
Job description
Hospice Physician / Medical Director Designee – Per Diem
We are seeking a licensed physician (MD/DO) to serve as a Hospice Medical Director Designee and provide physician coverage as needed.
Responsibilities may include:
Provide coverage for the Hospice Medical Director when unavailable
Review and certify hospice eligibility in accordance with Medicare hospice requirements
Participate in IDG/IDT meetings as needed
Review and sign certifications/recertifications and other required physician documentation
Collaborate with the hospice clinical team regarding patient eligibility, plan of care, and symptom management
Provide physician orders and clinical guidance as appropriate
Assist with face-to-face encounters when applicable and within the scope of the arrangement
Maintain timely and compliant documentation
Qualifications:
Current, unrestricted California MD or DO license
Medicare-enrolled and in good standing
Experience with hospice, palliative care, geriatrics, or end-of-life care strongly preferred
Familiarity with Medicare hospice Conditions of Participation and eligibility requirements preferred
Reliable and responsive for clinical/documentation needs
Comfortable working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice team
Position: Per Diem / Independent Coverage
Location: LA & Orange County
Compensation: $1,000–$1,500 per month
This is a great opportunity for a physician looking for a flexible hospice role with limited administrative responsibilities while supporting quality end-of-life care.
Interested physicians may submit their CV/resume and availability for consideration.
Flexible work from home options available.
Apply for Hospice Physician / Medical Director Designee Per Diem at NEXT CARE HOSPICE