Hospice Physician
Job Description
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.
About the Role
Join Gentiva Hospice as a Hospice Physician – 24/7 On-Call Leadership in [object Object].
Key Responsibilities
- face patient visits, including home consultations for complex cases. Provide 24/7/365 on
Requirements
- Doctorate degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine from an accredited medical school.
- Board certification in a specialty recognized by ABMS or AOA-BOS, preferably primary care.
- Current and unrestricted medical license in the practicing state.
- Valid National Provider Identifier (NPI) and DEA registration for controlled substances.
Benefits & Compensation
- PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).
Work Schedule
- Contract position.
- Remote position - work from anywhere.
- Call responsibilities required.
- Weekend coverage may be required.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Gentiva Hospice in [object Object].
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Overview
This Hospice Physician position at Gentiva Hospice includes the following lifestyle factors: remote work flexibility. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.
Hospice & Palliative Medicine — Physician Career Context
This Hospice & Palliative Medicine position at Gentiva Hospice is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Remote physician positions in Hospice & Palliative Medicine have grown significantly in recent years, offering clinicians the ability to maintain a full patient panel without geographic constraints or commute-related burnout.
Compensation Analysis
This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.
Location & Logistics
This is a fully remote physician position. Remote clinicians can practice from any state where they hold an active license, eliminating commute time and offering maximum schedule flexibility. Many remote healthcare positions also allow providers to establish a more sustainable long-term practice pattern.
Why This Position Stands Out
- Fully remote — work from anywhere with an active license
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Hospice Care, Palliative Care, Clinical Oversight, Regulatory Compliance, Quality Improvement, Interdisciplinary Team Leadership, Medical Documentation, Medication Management. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Hospice & Palliative Medicine role.
Core responsibilities: The Hospice Physician provides clinical oversight, certifies hospice eligibility, and supervises face-to-face patient visits. They also collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure regulatory compliance and high-quality, goal-directed patient care.
Benefits package: 401(k) with Company Match, Career Advancement Opportunities, National & Local Recognition Programs, Teammate Assistance Fund, Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program, Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays, Wellness Programs. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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Benefits & Perks
Protective Factors (1)
Remote work (RR 0.57; 14-23% ↓ burnout)
Interpretation: Position includes 1 validated protective factor against burnout.
Job Details
Employment Type
Contract
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