Outpatient Palliative Care Physician - Virtual & Inpatient

Kaiser Permanente The Southeast Permanente Medical Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

A health organization in Atlanta is seeking a dynamic physician to join its palliative care team, focusing on outpatient care and collaborating with multidisciplinary members. Responsibilities include conducting various visits, assessing and treating patients, and participating in community awareness activities. Ideal candidates must be board certified in relevant medical fields, with experience communicating with those facing life-limiting illnesses. This position emphasizes improving the quality of life for members and requires effective teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum one-year post-residency experience in palliative care.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with patients and families facing life-limiting illnesses.
• Willingness to travel to various locations for patient care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct office, telephone, video, and inpatient visits as appropriate.
• Assess, treat, and make recommendations for palliative care members.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize member care.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Patient assessment

Clinical decision-making

Education

Board certified in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine

Board certified in Palliative Care

Job description

A health organization in Atlanta is seeking a dynamic physician to join its palliative care team, focusing on outpatient care and collaborating with multidisciplinary members. Responsibilities include conducting various visits, assessing and treating patients, and participating in community awareness activities. Ideal candidates must be board certified in relevant medical fields, with experience communicating with those facing life-limiting illnesses. This position emphasizes improving the quality of life for members and requires effective teamwork.