Medical Director
Trinity Health
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Urbandale, IA · Posted October 23, 2026
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About the job
Employment Type: Part time Shift:
Description:
The Contignent Hospice Medical Director at Trinity Health at Home (THAH) oversees medical direction for patient and family services, collaborates with the Executive Director and clinical team, and supports Provider Relations and CPI Committee activities. They also lead the QAPI Committee.
Supervision Exercised
THAH Hospice and Palliative Care physicians report to this role.
Minimum Qualifications
Licensed physician (M.D. or D.O.)
Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle
Ability to assess, plan, evaluate, and analyze patient care
Experience in leading patient-centered care
Competence in verbal, written, and word processing communication
Time management and autonomous functioning
Commitment to THAH mission and ethics
Preferred Qualifications
Board Certification in Hospice & Palliative Medicine or willingness to obtain
Credentialing at hospitals serving hospice patients or willingness to obtain
Essential Functions
Oversee and evaluate medical services quality
Review and create medical policies and procedures
Maintain a network of physicians for hospice needs
Provide 24-hour on-call availability
Mentor physicians and promote hospice services
Review medical care in home or inpatient settings
Consult with the patient's physician and hospice team
Determine hospice admission level of care
Certify and recertify patient life expectancy
Participate in Interdisciplinary Team meetings
Ensure physician coverage for routine and emergency situations
Develop educational programs for community physicians
Attend Executive, QAPI, and Ethics Committee meetings
Lead the Hospice Interdisciplinary Team
Establish and update patient care plans
Assume direct medical care or assign physicians
Manage inpatient hospice care if needed
Participate in on-call medical coverage
Perform face-to-face visits for symptom management and certifications
Adhere to confidentiality practices
MercyOne Des Moines Home Care and Hospice is affiliated with the MercyOne health care system, and a member of the regional MercyOne home care, hospice and palliative care organization serving communities throughout Iowa. As a faith-based, not-for-profit agency, we serve patients and families in the comfort of home, offering skilled nursing, therapy (physical, occupational, speech) and medical social work. We are Medicare-certified and accredited by national organizations. Learn more about us at MercyOneHomeCareHospice.org .
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.