Palliative Care Physician – Build & Lead a New Program - Washington Missouri

Mercy; Washington (MO); On-site; USD 250,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Washington is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Palliative Care Physician to lead our palliative care program at Mercy Hospital Washington in Washington, Missouri. The role emphasizes an outpatient focus with meaningful patient and family engagement and limited inpatient duties.

You will design workflows, balance care settings, build cross‑service line referrals, and guide program growth, while enjoying the autonomy to shape the program according to your clinical interests and

Qualifications

• Board-certified or board-eligible in palliative care.
• Licensed to practice medicine in Missouri or eligible for licensure.

Responsibilities

• Design clinical workflows and care models.
• Shape the balance of inpatient vs. outpatient care.
• Develop referral relationships across service lines.
• Grow the program at a pace that aligns with your goals.

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy! Mercy Hospital Washington is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Palliative Care Physician to lead the palliative care program at our hospital in Washington, Missouri. This is a rare opportunity for a physician to step into a foundational role with the freedom to shape a program according to your clinical interests, vision, and best practices.

About The Role

This position offers a predominantly outpatient practice (approximately 80%), allowing you to develop deep, longitudinal relationships with patients and families navigating serious illness. Inpatient responsibilities are limited and manageable.

• Design clinical workflows and care models
• Shape the balance of inpatient vs. outpatient care
• Develop referral relationships across service lines
• Grow the program at a pace that aligns with your goals

This role is ideal for physicians who value independence, creativity, and the chance to make a lasting impact early in their career.

Living in Washington, Missouri

Washington, MO blends small‑town charm with convenient access to major metro amenities:

• Located just 45 minutes west of St. Louis
• Set along the Missouri River, featuring a historic downtown, riverfront trails, and community events
• Part of Missouri’s wine and agritourism region, with dozens of wineries nearby
• Weekly Washington Farmers’ Market and frequent local festivals
• More than 40 dining options—from locally owned favorites to national restaurants
• Access to highly regarded public schools, as well as private and Montessori education
• Opportunities for acreage living or hobby farming while remaining close to town

Your life is our life’s work.

At Mercy, you can lead the way. Join a team where your passion for patient care meets cutting-edge innovation. As part of an organization rooted in nearly 200 years of compassionate service, you’ll help deliver transformative health care experiences while exploring new technologies and shaping the future of medicine. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to physician leadership—from the highest levels of our organization to the front lines of care—where physicians and caregivers collaborate, embrace fresh thinking, and drive clinical and operational excellence. If making a difference in your community is why you chose health care, Mercy is where your purpose meets possibility.

keyword(s): For more information, please contact Megan Zielinski, MHA, CPRP-DEI. Telephone: [phone] | Email: [e-mail]