Lead Palliative Care Physician — Outpatient Focus

Mercy Health; Washington (MO); On-site; USD 230,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Washington in Missouri seeks a Board Certified or Board Eligible Palliative Care Physician to lead the palliative care program at our hospital in Washington, Missouri. This foundational role offers autonomy to shape the program according to your clinical interests and best practices.

The position is predominantly outpatient (about 80%), with limited inpatient duties. You will be the sole palliative care physician, supported by an on-site RN, with leadership backing to design

Qualifications

• Board-certified or board-eligible in palliative care.
• Ability to lead program development and design clinical workflows.
• Strong communication with patients, families and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the palliative care program and shape its direction.
• Develop inpatient vs outpatient balance and care models.
• Establish referral relationships across service lines.
• Provide autonomy and leadership with support from on-site RN.

Skills

Palliative care

Leadership

Outpatient care

Education

MD

Board Certification in Palliative Care

Job description

Mercy Hospital Washington in Missouri seeks a Board Certified or Board Eligible Palliative Care Physician to lead the palliative care program at our hospital in Washington, Missouri. This foundational role offers autonomy to shape the program according to your clinical interests and best practices.

The position is predominantly outpatient (about 80%), with limited inpatient duties. You will be the sole palliative care physician, supported by an on-site RN, with leadership backing to design