Palliative Care Physician

The MedElite Group; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Life insurance

Paid time off

Malpractice insurance

Up-to-Date subscription

Job summary

Infinite Medical Group is seeking a dedicated Palliative Care Physician to provide comprehensive, person-centered palliative and symptom-management services to residents in long-term care settings. This role is ideal for a physician passionate about improving quality of life, guiding goals-of-care discussions, and supporting residents and families as they navigate complex medical decisions.

The position emphasizes collaborative care, interdisciplinary teamwork, and a commitment to elder care,

Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted MD license.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in palliative care in a hospital or nursing home–based program.
• Certification in palliative care is a plus.
• Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Palliative Medicine, Hospice & Palliative Medicine, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics, or a related specialty.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to navigate sensitive and emotionally complex situations.
• Prolonged standing/walking. Occasional lifting. Computer work. Lifting/moving patients. Prolonged sitting.
• Commitment to elder care, comfort-focused medicine, and interdisciplinary collaboration

Responsibilities

• Deliver palliative and supportive care services to residents in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities
• Conduct comprehensive assessments focusing on symptom management, functional status, and quality of life
• Manage complex chronic and advanced illnesses with a comfort-focused, patient-centered approach
• Lead goals-of-care and advance care planning conversations with residents and families
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including facility staff and primary care providers
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized symptom-management and treatment plans
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests when clinically appropriate
• Prescribe medications and evaluate ongoing treatment effectiveness
• Educate residents, families, and facility staff on disease progression, treatment options, and care expectations
• Complete all required clinical documentation accurately and in a timely manner
• Maintain a compassionate, respectful, and supportive care environment

Skills

Strong communication skills

Education

MD license

Job description

• Facility 1: The Grand at Mohawk Valley – Ilion, NY
• Facility 2: The Grand at Barnwell – Valatie, NY
• Facility 3: The Grand at Guilderland – Altamont, NY
• Facility 4: The Grand at Utica – Utica, NY
• Facility 5: The Grand at Maple City – Hornell, NY
• Facility 6: The Grand at Rome – Rome, NY
• Facility 7: The Grand at Chittenango – Chittenango, NY
• Facility 8: Masonic Care Community of New York – Utica, NY

Schedule

Full Time (5 day/ week)

Salary Per annum

$250,000 - $300,000

About Infinite Medical P.C.

Infinite Medical P.C. is a nationwide network of advanced practice providers and specialty clinicians committed to delivering high-quality, proactive care directly to residents in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities. Our partnership with MedElite Healthcare Management Group empowers us to focus on what matters most: providing compassionate, personalized care that meets the unique needs of each resident. Together, we champion continuous innovation and collaboration in our mission to redefine senior care across the country.

Job Summary

Infinite Medical Group is seeking a dedicated Palliative Care Physician to provide comprehensive, person-centered palliative and symptom-management services to residents in long-term care settings. This role is ideal for a physician passionate about improving quality of life, guiding goals-of-care discussions, and supporting residents and families as they navigate complex medical decisions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver palliative and supportive care services to residents in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities
• Conduct comprehensive assessments focusing on symptom management, functional status, and quality of life
• Manage complex chronic and advanced illnesses with a comfort-focused, patient-centered approach
• Lead goals-of-care and advance care planning conversations with residents and families
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including facility staff and primary care providers
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized symptom-management and treatment plans
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests when clinically appropriate
• Prescribe medications and evaluate ongoing treatment effectiveness
• Educate residents, families, and facility staff on disease progression, treatment options, and care expectations
• Complete all required clinical documentation accurately and in a timely manner
• Maintain a compassionate, respectful, and supportive care environment

Requirements

• Active and unrestricted MD license
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in palliative care in a hospital or nursing home–based program
• Certification in palliative care is a plus
• Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Palliative Medicine, Hospice & Palliative Medicine, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics, or a related specialty
• Strong communication skills with the ability to navigate sensitive and emotionally complex situations
• Prolonged standing/walking. Occasional lifting. Computer work. Lifting/moving patients. Prolonged sitting.
• Commitment to elder care, comfort-focused medicine, and interdisciplinary collaboration

Benefits

• Competitive salary Per annum: $250,000 - $300,000
• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• Company-Sponsored Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Malpractice insurance coverage
• Paid subscription to Up-to-Date

Why Work With Us?

• Make a meaningful impact on the lives of seniors and their families
• Work in a collaborative, compassionate, and patient-centered care environment
• Enjoy work-life balance and a mission-driven team culture

Equal Opportunity Employer

Infinite Medical P.C. is an equal-opportunity employer. We acknowledge and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. We pledge to create and maintain a workplace that respects diverse traditions, heritages, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.

The above job description provides a general overview of responsibilities and expectations. Duties may evolve as business needs change.