Job Description

• Come join our fast-growing, nationally recognized hospital located in sunny southern California!We have been voted the #1most trusted and respected health care brand in Orange County and would like you to be a part of our journey! We were the highest ranked hospital in Orange County in the 2021-2022 U.S. News & World Report , the only hospital in our country ranked in the  Top 10  for California. The organization was ranked the #4  hospital in the Los Angeles Metro Area and the #9hospital in California.
  
• We are   seeking a   passionate, self-driven, board-certified  Palliative Care Physician to join our dynamic team and serve a growing patient population. This role is an opportunity to have a rewarding career and make a significant impact in the community. The Palliative Care Physician includes extensive clinical expertise in the full range of palliative care within the inpatient and outpatient settings. Palliative Care is an expanding specialty of palliative care services focused on providing ongoing education, support, and consultation to healthcare professionals, seriously ill patients, and their families to help minimize suffering and to improve quality of life. We have two main hospitals, located in Newport Beach and Irvine.
  
• Clinical Duties include:  
  
• Provide inpatient consultation services in palliative care and facilitate clarification of patient and family goals of care. 
  
• Consult with the attending physician and the Interdisciplinary Team to establish a written plan of care at intervals specified in the plan. 
  
• Routine communication with referring providers to promote continuity of care while facilitating access to appropriate supportive care services. 
  
• Participation in on-call coverage with the interdisciplinary team as needed.
  
• Adhere to the practice of confidentiality regarding patients, families, staff, and the organization.  
  
• Outpatient Clinic Only :
  
• Responsible for all clinic sessions per week, including all associated direct and indirect patient care and administration.
  
• In conjunction with the outpatient NP and Social Worker, plans and participates in weekly outpatient meetings to review efficiencies and ensure effective clinical care 
  

Requirements

• MD or DO degree and be eligible to obtain an unrestricted California medical license. 
  
• Two (2) years’ experience within a Palliative or Hospice Care setting 
  
• Board certified or eligible in Hospice/Palliative Medicine or equivalent experience. 
  

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation Package 
  
• Medical Benefits, 401K Retirement Plan, CMEs, and Malpractice Insurance
  
• Relocation allowance provided for highly qualified candidates 
  

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