Palliative Care Physician

Discover Your Purpose with Us

As a leading healthcare organization, we are on the lookout for dedicated clinicians who prioritize patient care to become part of our team. The ideal candidate will be board-certified and embody our core values of excellence, empathy, integrity, and accountability. We encourage our providers to broaden their roles beyond clinical practice, fostering their development as leaders and managers while contributing to the health and well-being of the 285,000 individuals in our care. Our organization is provider-led, delivering exceptional healthcare across eight counties in Indiana and Ohio. We are currently seeking a compassionate and patient-focused Physician to join our Palliative Care team. This role involves addressing the physical, functional, and psychological needs of patients facing serious illnesses, utilizing a person-family centered approach to alleviate the stress and burden associated with their conditions.

Position Overview:

• 0.7 FTE hospital-employed position with a team consisting of 1 Physician, 1 PRN APP, 1 RN, 1 OA, and 1 Manager.

• Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 4:30 PM.

Compensation Information:

• Competitive base salary.
• Eligible for Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Medical malpractice coverage and tail coverage included.
• 403b plan with company matching.
• Health, medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Social membership at a local country club.
• Annual allowance for Continuing Medical Education (CME).

Our core values of Excellence, Empathy, Integrity, and Accountability are fundamental to exceeding the expectations of those we serve. We seek individuals who resonate with these values and possess a genuine desire to positively impact our community. We take pride in employing team members who demonstrate commitment to our mission and vision, working collaboratively towards the shared goal of delivering outstanding care and service. If you feel called to serve and are in search of meaningful work, our organization is the right fit for you.

Qualifications and Experience

Board Certification: Required in Palliative Care.

Experience: Open to newly trained fellows as well as practicing physicians.

Preferred Experience: Training in Palliative Care.

Licensure: Must hold a valid Indiana Medical License.

Certifications: BLS and ACLS certification must be maintained.

Work Schedule

Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 4:30 PM.

Additional Benefits: We offer unexpected perks such as Kindercare Daycare for employees, SmartDollar (Dave Ramsey Program), Adoption Assistance, a Health Care Professionals Credit Union, and numerous other opportunities.

About Our Organization

Health System Overview: We are a nonprofit, accredited health system with our main campus located in Richmond, Indiana. With a century-long history, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care to our friends and neighbors across an eight-county area. We celebrate the diverse backgrounds, cultures, and differences of our team members and those we serve.

• Level III Trauma Center, Certified Primary Stroke Care Center, and Spine Center Designations.
• Advanced robotics and technology to meet patient needs.
• State-of-the-art radiation therapy equipment at our Cancer Care Center.
• Comprehensive Cardiology program including open heart surgery, diagnostics, interventional procedures, EP, cardiac rehab, TAVR, and a 30-bed ICU/CCU.
• Cutting-edge diagnostic imaging technology.
• A 220+ bed regional hospital with additional beds in observation, mother/baby, ER, and other units.
• A workforce of 3,200 employees and 150 volunteers.
• 200 physicians across various specialties and subspecialties.
• 166 nurse practitioners and physician assistants on staff.
• Services include Acute Rehab, Allergy Care, Cancer Center, Dermatology, Infectious Disease, Family Birthing Center, General Surgery, Hospice, PACE Center, Pediatrics, Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy, Neurology, Sleep Center, Robotics and Technology, Wound Healing Center, and more. For a complete list of services, please visit our website.
• EPIC electronic medical records system utilized throughout the health system, featuring Smart Rooms technology for inpatient care.
• Family Medicine Residency, Medical Student rotations, and Radiology Technologist training programs.
• Newly constructed main campus hospital (opened in 2008).

Our Culture: We are a mid-sized health system serving east central Indiana and western Ohio, committed to investing in technology that enhances our ability to provide exceptional care. However, our identity is defined by our people. Our community looks to us not only for life-saving interventions but also for leadership in improving overall health and well-being. We focus on delivering compassionate, individualized care, reaching out to educate and inspire our communities. In today’s complex world, we reaffirm our commitment to inclusion, diversity, and respect for all individuals. We seek motivated individuals who share our vision of compassionate care to join our team.

Equal Opportunity Statement: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.