Hospice Palliative Physician

Your Future Role at a Glance

• This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated Physician to join an employed position within a busy, well-respected practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.
• How you’ll make an impact in this role
• Join an established, stable and well-respected team of physicians and Nurse Practitioners
• Practice setting: Inpatient
• Physician will provide consultation services, Monday-Friday

Busy and Well-respected Palliative Care Service

• Looking for physicians that thrive in a multidisciplinary teams and are comfortable working alongside Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Social Workers and Chaplains
• Opportunities to participate in quality committees and teach medical trainees
• Excellent office support staff
• Board Certified Palliative Care Hospice
• Eligible for state medical license and DEA/Controlled Substance registration

About the Facility

• 387 bed hospital
• Level II trauma
• Brand new and dedicated Neurosurgery floor
• Major Stroke Center
• Excellent and well-respected Neurosurgery Program
• 24/7 Intensivist service
• 36 bed ICU
• Integrated referral network
• Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system
• Why Physicians Choose Ascension
• Physician-led, collaborative culture
• Long-term practice stability
• National network with local autonomy
• Mission-centered care rooted in service
• What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.
• No additional preferences
• Benefits that help you thrive
• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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