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 Regulationobtained 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.

Equal employment opportunity employer

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