Hospice Palliative Physician
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This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated Physician to join an employed position within a busy, well-respected practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.
- Join an established, stable and well-respected team of physicians and Nurse Practitioners
- Practice setting: Inpatient
- Physician will provide consultation services, Monday-Friday
- Busy and well-respected Palliative Care Service
- Looking for physicians that thrive in a multidisciplinary teams and are comfortable working alongside Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Social Workers and Chaplains
- Opportunities to participate in quality committees and teach medical trainees
- Excellent office support staff
- Board Certified Palliative Care Hospice
- Eligible for state medical license and DEA/Controlled Substance registration
About the Facility
- 387 bed hospital
- Level II trauma
- Brand new and dedicated Neurosurgery floor
- Major Stroke Center
- Excellent and well-respected Neurosurgery Program
- 24/7 Intensivist service
- 36 bed ICU
- Integrated referral network
- Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system
Why Physicians Choose Ascension
- Physician-led, collaborative culture
- Long-term practice stability
- National network with local autonomy
- Mission-centered care rooted in service
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. - Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education:
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.
No additional preferences