Licensed M.D. or D.O. with experience in chronic or terminal care
Active DEA license required
Valid driver's license is necessary
Strong clinical judgment and administrative skills
Excellent communication for interdisciplinary collaboration
Commitment to compassionate end-of-life care
Physical ability to assist patients and manage medical equipment
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Medical Director and clinical team to develop individualized hospice plans
Assess patient histories to guide care planning and hospice eligibility
Serve as liaison between interdisciplinary teams and community physicians
Participate in team meetings and family conferences to uphold clinical excellence
Contribute to symptom management protocols ensuring 24/7 availability for urgent needs
Educate community and staff on hospice philosophy and terminal illness management
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off and paid holidays
Professional development opportunities
Company-matching 401(k)
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
Wellness programs including an employee assistance program and access to meditation app
Celebration programs for achievements and milestones
Company store credit for AccentCare-branded scrubs
Full Job Description
Overview
Find Your Passion and Purpose as a Hospice Physician
AccentCare is seeking an experienced physician for a combined Hospice and Palliative Care Medical Director role in Columbia, MD. This full-time position encompasses medical direction across both service lines and is designed for a clinician ready to drive clinical excellence, support an interdisciplinary care model, and build meaningful community relationships.
Location: Greater Columbia, MD area
Position Type: Full-Time
Remote/Virtual Position: On-site / Hybrid
Coverage Area: Maryland and surrounding states
Salary: $225,000 min
What You Need to Know
Be the Best Hospice Physician You Can Be
If you meet these qualifications, we would love to meet you:
Must be a licensed Medical Doctor (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) in the state(s) of practice, with training or experience in caring for chronically or terminally ill patients
Maintains active DEA license
Valid driver's license
Requires strong clinical judgment, administrative capabilities, and excellent communication skills to support patient care and interdisciplinary collaboration
Must demonstrate a clear commitment to AccentCare's philosophy, mission, values, and culture of compassionate end-of-life care
Responsibilities:
Provide overall medical direction for both hospice and palliative care services across the Maryland program
Supervise hospice team physicians and ensure 24/7 physician coverage for patient needs
Partner with Executive Director and Director of Clinical Services on planning and evaluation for both service lines
Serve on the Executive Team and lead strategic planning across both service lines
Set and uphold standards for documentation, compliance, and quality metrics across both service lines
Lead IDG meetings for individualized, anticipatory care planning
Conduct in-person and virtual hospice visits with timely documentation
Participate in call coverage rotation for after-hours and newly admitted patients
Guide symptom management: pain, nausea, end-of-life comfort care
Certify and recertify hospice eligibility per regulatory requirements
Supervise nurse practitioners delivering palliative care in acute and post-acute settings
Provide clinical oversight and sign-off on NP assessments, goals-of-care conversations, and care plans
Serve as physician of record and escalation point for complex palliative cases
Lead education for NPs, nursing staff, and community providers on serious illness communication and advance care planning
Our Investment in You
Caring for others starts with caring for you. We're committed to fostering a purpose-driven workplace where you feel supported, and that means prioritizing your physical, financial and mental well-being. Our benefits include:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off and paid holidays
Professional development opportunities
Company-matching 401(k)
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
Wellness offerings such as an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and access to Calm, a meditation, sleep, and relaxation app
Programs to celebrate achievements, milestones, and fellow employees
Company store credit for your first AccentCare-branded scrubs for patient-facing employees
