Palliative Medicine Physician

American Geriatrics Society; Baltimore (MD); Sur place; USD 192 000 - 268 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition remission

Résumé du poste

The University of Maryland School of Medicine seeks an academic palliative medicine physician for our expanding program. Inpatient consultations and development of an outpatient palliative service are expected. Protected time for teaching and research is provided.

Faculty rank at Assistant Professor or higher; salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position emphasizes teaching, research, and collaborative, interdisciplinary patient care in a major teaching hospital in

Qualifications

• Medical degree from an accredited domestic or foreign-equivalent university.
• Must meet requirements to obtain a medical license in the State of Maryland.
• Board certification or eligibility in Palliative Medicine.
• Strong foundation in internal medicine; teaching and research or quality improvement experience preferred.

Responsabilités

• Provide inpatient palliative care consultations and participate in multidisciplinary rounds.
• Develop and expand outpatient palliative care services.
• Dedicate protected time for teaching and scholarly activities.
• Collaborate with ICU teams and hospital leadership to integrate palliative care across care settings.

Connaissances

Teaching

Research

Internal medicine

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Formation

MD/DO degree

Board certification or eligibility in Palliative Medicine

Description du poste

PALLIATIVE MEDICINE PHYSICIAN (3-309-1312)

The University of Maryland School of Medicine is seeking an academic palliative medicine physician for our expanding program. Clinical duties will include both inpatient activities as well as development of an outpatient program. Protected time for teaching and research is offered.

The Division of Gerontology, Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine resides in the Department of Medicine and is comprised of a team of 5.5 MDs, an NP, an RN manager, dedicated Clinical Pharmacist, Chaplain, and Social Worker, in addition to full-time Program Support and a Business Administrator. The members of the team serve as expert palliative consultants to the UMMC's multi-disciplinary service teams, adding an extra layer of support to patients and their families.

Please see our website for additional information:

Division of Gerontology, Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine | University of Maryland School of Medicine (umaryland.edu)

Strengths of program, as validated by independent consultants are:

Staff: Multidisciplinary and highly motivated staff

Supported by: Physician directors of our Medical and Surgical ICUs; Shock Trauma Center Director; Hospital Chief Medical Officer and Nursing leadership; Chairs of Internal and Family Medicine.

Quality: Routine collection of operational data; project integration with Medical ICU

Research: Strong foundation and support exists for grant funding to further interdisciplinary Palliative Medicine research.

Expected faculty rank for all positions is at the rank of Assistant Professor or higher, however, final rank, tenure status and salary will be commensurate with candidate's qualifications and experience.

The expected salary range for Assistant Professors is $191,542 (min) and $267,823 (max). The referenced salary range reflects base pay, which is based on faculty rank and years in rank. This salary range does not include all components of the departmental faculty compensation program or pay from participation in departmental variable compensation programs. Therefore, the actual compensation paid to the selected candidate may vary from the salary range stated herein. For more information, please contact the hiring department.

The referenced salary range represents the minimum and maximum salaries for this position and is based on the University of Maryland School of Medicine's good faith belief at the time of posting. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, internal equity, market conditions, education/training and other factors, as reasonably determined by the University.

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Faculty receive a generous leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, paid holidays, personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school. You are also invited to view the Department of Medicine benefits for full-time faculty members.

This position requires a medical degree from a recognized accredited domestic university (or foreign equivalent) and all candidates must meet the requirements to obtain a medical license in the State of Maryland. Successful candidates will be board certified/eligible in Palliative Medicine. A strong foundation in internal medicine, teaching and research or quality improvement experience is preferred.

UMB has been ranked multiple times in 'Forbes' America's Best Large Employers Survey (most recently in 2025) and has also been honored as a Best Employer for Diversity in 2022, 2023 and 2024, also by Forbes. The University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore was ranked as one of the Best Hospitals in both the State of Maryland and the Baltimore Metro Area by the U.S. News & World Report in 2023.

The University of Maryland, Baltimore and the University of Maryland School of Medicine are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. We value diversity and how it enriches our academic and scientific community and strive toward cultivating an inclusive environment that supports all employees.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please submit an online request or contact [e-mail]. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. We value diversity and how it enriches our academic and scientific community and strive toward cultivating an inclusive environment that supports all employees.

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