Hospice and Palliative Care Physician

NYC Health + Hospitals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 296,379 - 362,241; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Company Contribution

Annual CME Reimbursement

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Prescription, and Dental Coverage

Loan Forgiveness eligibility

Job summary

A major urban healthcare provider in Brooklyn is seeking a Hospice/Palliative Care Physician to provide consultations and manage complex patient needs. This full-time position offers an annual base salary of $248,900 and a total compensation package valued at $329,310, including 401(k) contributions and medical coverage. The role emphasizes compassionate patient care and interdisciplinary collaboration. Applicants must have an active NYS medical license and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Palliative care experience in inpatient settings.
• Ability to evaluate complex pain management needs.
• Skilled in documentation compliance and quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide palliative care consultations for hospitalized patients.
• Manage complex pain and symptom management needs.
• Educate staff on palliative care best practices.
• Maintain accurate documentation of assessments and treatment plans.

Skills

Palliative care expertise

Pain and symptom management

Compassionate communication

Education

Active NYS medical license

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Hospice/Palliative Care

Current DEA registration

Job description

Provider Careers at NYC Health + Hospitals

Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) is adding a Hospice/Palliative Care Physician to the group at NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County. Kings County Hospital operates a world‑renowned Level I Trauma Center, one of only three in Brooklyn, which serves 2.6 million residents of Brooklyn and Staten Island. The hospital maintains a strong academic affiliation with SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University to maintain its high healthcare delivery standards.

The mission of NYC Health + Hospitals is to extend equally to all New Yorkers, regardless of the ability to pay, comprehensive health services of the highest quality in an atmosphere of humane care, dignity, and respect. Their Values are built on a foundation of social and racial equity and has established the ICARE standards for all staff.

NYC Health + Hospitals is the nation’s largest municipal health care delivery system in the United States. Dedicated to providing the highest quality health care services to all New Yorkers with compassion, dignity and respect, and regardless of immigration status or ability to pay.

Opportunity Details:

• Provide inpatient palliative care consultations and ongoing follow‑up for hospitalized patients.
• Evaluate and manage complex pain and symptom management needs.
• Facilitate compassionate communication and shared decision‑making with patients, families, and interdisciplinary care teams.
• Serve as a clinical resource and educator to physicians, trainees, and staff on palliative care best practices.
• Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, goals of care discussions, and treatment plans in compliance with institutional and regulatory standards.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, research efforts, and the ongoing development of palliative and end‑of‑life care programs.

Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted NYS medical license.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Hospice/Palliative Care.
• Current DEA registration.

Wages and Benefits include:

Annual Base Salary: $248,900* based on a 40‑hour work week. Additional compensation available for extra call or sessional/per diem hours.

The annual total value of compensation package is estimated at $329,310**, which includes the baseline salary, 401(k) contribution, sessional/per diem hours, and other factors as set forth below:

Estimated annual compensation for 10 additional sessional/per diem hours worked per week is $55,520.

401(k) Company Contribution (subject to IRS contribution limits):

• Employees are immediately vested in a 3% company contribution of base earnings. No employee match is required.
• After one year of service, employees receive an additional 7% company contribution of base earnings. No employee match is required.

Annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) Reimbursement.

Annual Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and CME days.

Medical, Prescription, and Dental Coverage: Top‑tier plans with employee contributions significantly below market rates.

Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Coverage: Equal to 2x your salary (up to a maximum of $300,000) provided at no cost to you.

• Additional employee‑paid Voluntary Life and AD&D coverage is available for you and your family.

Loan Forgiveness: Position may be eligible for loan forgiveness through certain state or federal programs.

Medical Malpractice Coverage (occurrence‑based): Provided at no cost to the employee.

Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).

Pre‑tax employee‑paid contributions for commuting expenses.

Visa sponsorship will be considered for this position.

Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY) mission is to provide accountable, responsive, quality care with the highest degree of sensitivity to the needs of the diverse population that lives in our New York community. PAGNY is one of the largest physician groups in the country and directly employs nearly 4,000 physicians and allied health professionals who provide services to NYC Health + Hospitals, the largest municipal health care system in the nation, serving more than a million New Yorkers annually. Our providers are highly skilled professionals with outstanding credentials who deliver the highest level of quality healthcare to patients throughout New York City.

Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY) is an equal opportunity employer committed to equitable hiring practices and a supportive workplace. All candidates are considered based on their individual qualifications, potential, and experience. To learn more about our culture and ongoing workplace practices, please visit Workplace Culture | PAGNY page.

*Salary Disclosure Information:

The salary listed for this position complies with New York City's Salary Transparency Law for Job Advertisements. The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, or benefits. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, historical performance, and other relevant criteria.

**The annual total value of the compensation package shown is provided as an illustration and is not guaranteed.

JOB DETAILS

Annual Base Salary based on a 40‑hour work week: $248,900*

Position type: Full‑Time

Department: Palliative Care

Category:

Posted: Mar 30, 2026

Estimated compensation for 10 sessional hours/week: $55,520

LOCATION

NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County
451 Clarkson Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11203

ABOUT PAGNY

Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) is comprised of over 4,000 physicians and healthcare professionals who provide services to NYC Health + Hospitals, the largest public health system in the United States. PAGNY is committed to recruiting and retaining productive and enthusiastic physicians and promotes our health professionals’ wellness.