Hospice/Palliative Medicine Physician Job at UPMC, Pennsylvania

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  • UPMC
  • Pennsylvania

Job Description

Hospice/Palliative Medicine Physician at UPMC summary:

A Hospice/Palliative Medicine Physician provides specialized medical care focusing on relieving symptoms and improving quality of life for patients with serious illnesses. This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to offer compassionate, patient-centered care. The position emphasizes both medical expertise and strong communication skills to support patients and their families effectively.

Physician - Palliative Care Opportunity

Job at a Glance:
  • Role: Physician - Palliative Care
  • Schedule: Full-time
Description:
Join a compassionate team dedicated to providing exceptional palliative care. As a Palliative Care Physician, you will play a crucial role in delivering Life Changing Medicine by offering comprehensive care to patients with serious illnesses. You will work in a collaborative environment, focusing on improving the quality of life for patients and their families. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside top-tier healthcare professionals committed to patient-centered care and innovation.

What Can You Bring to UPMC?
  • Expertise in palliative care, with a focus on patient comfort and quality of life.
  • Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and engage with patients and families.
  • A commitment to UPMC's mission of advancing medical knowledge and improving community health.
What Can UPMC Do for You?
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
  • Supportive work environment with a focus on work-life balance, including PTO and wellness programs.
  • Access to an exceptional retirement program and other employee perks.
Qualifications:
  • MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
  • Board Certification in Palliative Care or equivalent experience.
  • Current medical licensure in the state of practice.
UPMC's Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
- UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran. UPMC is committed to advancing diversity through programs that promote inclusion, such as Employee Resource Groups and other initiatives to support a diverse workforce.


Keywords:

palliative care, hospice medicine, patient-centered care, symptom management, quality of life, multidisciplinary collaboration, serious illness, medical expertise, communication skills, continuing education

Job Tags

Full time,

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