Palliative Care Physician — Oncology Support Lead

Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 200,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville seeks a qualified specialist to join our Supportive and Palliative Care Program. This role focuses on enhancing the quality of life for patients undergoing oncologic treatment through expert symptom and pain management as well as advanced care planning.

The successful candidate will collaborate with the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and have the potential for academic appointment. Interested candidates are invited to submit their cover letter and CV to the head of the division.

Qualifications

• MD, DO, or equivalent with board certification in Palliative Care or a relevant specialty.
• Completion of palliative care fellowship training.
• Experience in supportive or palliative care is a plus.
• Active, unrestricted medical license in Florida.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert consultation on symptom management and pain management.
• Collaborate with UTMDACC on evidence-based protocols.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives.
• Guide patients and families through advanced care planning.

Skills

Symptom management

Pain management

Behavioral interventions

Advanced care planning

Strong communication skills

Education

Doctor of Medicine

Job description

Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville seeks a qualified specialist to join our Supportive and Palliative Care Program. This role focuses on enhancing the quality of life for patients undergoing oncologic treatment through expert symptom and pain management as well as advanced care planning.

The successful candidate will collaborate with the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and have the potential for academic appointment. Interested candidates are invited to submit their cover letter and CV to the head of the division.