Inpatient Palliative Care Physician - Flexible 4-10 Hr Days

Ascension St. Vincent Hospital - Indianapolis - Ascension; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 260,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary/Quality Commencement Bonus $25,

CME allowance $3000 + 40 hours CME

Malpractice coverage with tail

HSAs/FSAs

Job summary

Ascension St Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis, IN is seeking an adult-focused Palliative Care Physician for an employed position within a busy, respected health system. The role centers on inpatient consults, complex symptom management, and holistic patient/family support, with a collaborative multidisciplinary team and a flexible schedule.

The team emphasizes coordinated care, goals of care, and smooth transitions to hospice when appropriate.

Qualifications

• Physician MD/DO credentialed from Indiana Medical Licensing Board prior to hire date or transfer date.
• Advanced Life Support preferred (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted).
• Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely inpatient consultation services and lead patient rounds, defining clear goals of care.
• Lead collaborative efforts with multidisciplinary care teams to ensure seamless coordination and holistic care.
• Develop proactive discharge and transition plans (including hospice) ensuring continuity of evidence-based practice.
• Manage complex pain and distressing symptoms with comprehensive psychosocial and spiritual support.

Skills

Board Certification in Palliative Care

DEA registration

Education

MD/DO

Job description

Ascension St Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis, IN is seeking an adult-focused Palliative Care Physician for an employed position within a busy, respected health system. The role centers on inpatient consults, complex symptom management, and holistic patient/family support, with a collaborative multidisciplinary team and a flexible schedule.

The team emphasizes coordinated care, goals of care, and smooth transitions to hospice when appropriate.