Job Description

Hospice/Palliative Medicine Physician at Bon Secours Mercy Health summary:

A Hospice/Palliative Medicine Physician at Southside Regional Medical Center provides inpatient consultations and improves patient care for those with acute, chronic, and progressive diseases. The role involves collaboration with an interdisciplinary team across five hospitals and an outpatient practice, with a focus on evidence-based care and mentorship for new graduates. This position offers a typical Monday to Friday schedule and comprehensive benefits, supporting a dynamic healthcare community in Petersburg, VA.

Position: Inpatient Palliative Care Physician
Location: Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg, VA (Richmond Market)
Organization: Bon Secours Mercy Health

Bon Secours Mercy Health is seeking a compassionate and skilled Inpatient Palliative Care Physician to join our well-established and expanding team at Southside Regional Medical Center, a 300-bed facility in Petersburg, VA. This is an exciting opportunity to work within one of the most robust palliative care programs in the Richmond region, supported by an interdisciplinary team of physicians, nurse practitioners, social workers, and other healthcare professionals covering five hospitals and one outpatient practice. In this role, you will provide evidence-based inpatient consultations, improve patient care, and proactively enhance the experience for patients with acute, chronic, and progressive diseases. New graduates will benefit from mentorship under our experienced team members, making this an ideal opportunity for both seasoned professionals and those new to the field.

Typical schedule is Monday-Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm. Current call rotation is 1 week every 6 weeks.

Requirements:

• MD or DO degree with current licensure to practice in Virginia.
• Successful completion of an ACGME, AOA, or Canadian Royal College accredited residency in a primary medical specialty.
• Active participation in or completion of theABMS specialty board certification process (if applicable).
• Completion of a 12-month ACGME-affiliated fellowship in Hospice and Palliative Medicine.
• Demonstrated ability in building referrals for Palliative Medicine.

Benefits & Compensation:

Full Comprehensive Benefit Package to include:

• Medical Plans, Vision, Dental, Prescription Drugs
• Life Insurance Options
• Disability Insurance, Short and Long Term
• 403b Plan w/company match, 457b Plan, Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan (funded 100% by company)
• Wellness Plan
• Flex Spending and Health Savings Account
• Eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allowed Time Off plus Holidays
• Competitive Compensation
• Relocation Expense
• CME Annual $10,000

Region:

Join a dynamic healthcare community at Southside Regional Medical Center in Petersburg, VA, a city rich in history and Southern charm, just 25 miles south of Richmond. With a strong focus on patient-centered care, Southside Regional offers physicians the opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing, collaborative environment. Enjoy a high quality of life with affordable living, excellent schools, and ample outdoor activities, all while being part of a supportive, collegial medical community. Petersburg provides the perfect balance of career advancement and personal fulfillment.

Keywords:

Palliative Care, Hospice Medicine, Inpatient Consultations, Patient-Centered Care, Interdisciplinary Team, Physician, Chronic Disease Management, Mentorship, Evidence-Based Medicine, Healthcare

Job Tags

Temporary work, Relocation, Monday to Friday,

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