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Hospice and Palliative Medical Director

Norwell, MA

Hospice & Palliative Medical Director (Part-Time / Per Diem)

Location: Norwell, Ma (Community-based with hybrid flexibility)

Hours: 20–25 per week; per diem applicants welcome

Pay: $150–$180/hour (depending on experience and board certification)

About the Role

We’re seeking a compassionate and experienced Hospice & Palliative Medical Director to provide medical leadership, oversight, and direct patient care for our community-based hospice program. In this role you’ll guide an interdisciplinary team, ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, and help advance our palliative care services.

Key Responsibilities

Certify hospice eligibility and provide medical oversight of patient care plans.

Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and quality initiatives.

Supervise/mentor hospice team members and support staff training.

Update protocols and ensure regulatory compliance.

Represent hospice and palliative care in the community.

Qualifications

MD or DO with unrestricted Massachusetts license and DEA registration.

Board Certification/Eligibility in Hospice & Palliative Medicine preferred (or Internal Medicine/Family Medicine/Geriatrics with hospice experience).

Minimum 2 years’ experience in hospice or palliative care.

Strong leadership and communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate $150–$180/hour.

Part-time employees are eligible for benefits starting at 24 hours per week.

Flexible scheduling and opportunity for per diem work.

Why NVNA & Hospice?

Join NVNA and Hospice, a mission-driven team recognized for excellence in home health, hospice, wellness, and public health services serving 27 communities, from Quincy to Plymouth. As a non-profit, NVNA and Hospice consistently earns five-star patient experience ratings from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, the highest achievement possible and ranks among The Boston Globe’s Top 100 Women-Led Businesses in Massachusetts.

Our commitment to our employees and community reflects our values offering high-quality services and excellent customer service, in a safe, caring environment with focus on integrity, professional development, respect and employee well-being.

In 2024, $6.5 million was raised to expand care access, with over $25 million raised through our Charitable Fund to date. Serving 27 communities and delivering 120,000 annual visits, our 331-member team is known for compassionate, innovative, and high-quality care.

What's in it for you?

  • Medical, Dental and Vison Benefits
  • Company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
  • Generous Paid Time Off Package
  • 401 (k) match program
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Scholarship Program
  • Mileage Reimbursement (in field positions only)

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