Academic Hospice & Palliative Medicine Physician (Inpatient)

American Academy of Family Physicians; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on and Relocation Assistance

Paid Sick Time and Malpractice coverage

CME allowance

24/7 Confidential Mental Health Support

Financial wellness resources

Job summary

American Academy of Family Physicians is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Hospice and Palliative Medicine physician to join a team in Tucson, Arizona. This role includes a faculty appointment at the University of Arizona, focusing on inpatient palliative care consultation.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to teach medical students and contribute to quality improvement initiatives. The position offers a collaborative environment with excellent benefits, including paid time off, relocation assistance, and wellness resources.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Commitment to teaching and mentoring in an academic medical environment.
• Interest in quality improvement and program development.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality palliative care for adult patients with serious illness.
• Teach medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Participate in interdisciplinary education and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team

Knowledge of hospice and serious illness care

Education

Board eligible or board certified in Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Job description

American Academy of Family Physicians is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Hospice and Palliative Medicine physician to join a team in Tucson, Arizona. This role includes a faculty appointment at the University of Arizona, focusing on inpatient palliative care consultation.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to teach medical students and contribute to quality improvement initiatives. The position offers a collaborative environment with excellent benefits, including paid time off, relocation assistance, and wellness resources.