Medical Director

As a Medical Director at AdvisaCare, your primary responsibilities include providing clinical oversight for hospice patients, managing medication prescriptions, and supervising Nurse Practitioners. You'll also participate in interdisciplinary team meetings bi-weekly, ensuring collaborative approaches in patient care.

To qualify for the Medical Director position at AdvisaCare, you must be licensed to practice as a DO or MD in the state of Michigan and have a minimum of one year of physician experience. Strong communication and leadership skills, along with an understanding of hospice philosophy, are also essential.

The Medical Director at AdvisaCare is expected to commit approximately 5-10 hours per week toward overseeing hospice care, making it a part-time role that offers flexibility while still contributing significantly to patient care.

The coverage area for the Medical Director position at AdvisaCare encompasses Traverse City, Cadillac, and surrounding areas, allowing you to engage with a diverse patient community.

AdvisaCare is not just any Medicare Certified hospice; we are an integrated community dedicated to enhancing the health, happiness, and independence of our clients. Working here means being part of a caring environment focused on making a significant impact on people's lives.

Emphasize your commitment to personalized care, discussing how you would assess individual patient needs and work collaboratively with the care team to ensure optimal treatment plans.

Show your knowledge by highlighting the importance of dignity, comfort, and quality of life for patients nearing the end of life, and how you would incorporate these principles into your practice.

Provide examples from your past roles where you successfully managed or supervised a team, focusing on communication, decision-making, and achieving quality care outcomes.

Share specific techniques you utilize to prioritize tasks, delegate responsibilities, and handle the complexities of patient care efficiently.

Discuss your approach to conflict resolution, stressing the importance of open communication, respect, and a focus on patient welfare.

Explain your approach to being responsive and accessible while ensuring the highest quality of patient care during on-call situations.

Talk about your experience with medication management, including monitoring, reviewing patient history, and making informed decisions regarding treatment plans.

Share your passion for improving the lives of patients and their families, and talk about the fulfilling nature of making a difference during challenging times.

Discuss your familiarity with electronic medical records and your attention to detail when documenting patient interactions and treatment protocols.

Highlight your commitment to ongoing education, such as attending workshops, following industry news, and participating in professional organizations.