6 Palliative Medicine Doctor of Medicine Locum Tenens Jobs

Canton, GA
 
estimated $250,000 to $300,000 per year
Start: ASAP
Type: Permanent

Physician (MD/DO) - Palliative Medicine - $250,000 to $300,000 per year in Canton, GA - Palliative Care in North Georgia We are seeking a full-time inpatient Palliative Care physician to join the team at the Northside Cherokee Hospital campus in Canton, GA. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a nationally recognized leader in healthcare, advancing high-quality and compassionate care. The position emphasizes a collaborative environment with a comprehensive team dedicated to patient well-being. Practice Info * Located in Canton, GA * 332-bed, full-service community hospital * Comprehensive team including chaplain, social workers, and APPs * Light call schedule with a collegial team Compensation * Excellent Guaranteed Compensation * Annual CME Stipend * Annual Cell-phone Stipend * Relocation Stipend available (if applicable) Benefits * Medical, Dental, Life Insurance * Retirement Plans- 403B, 457M, Fully Funded Pension Shift & Schedule * Mon-Fri Schedule Requirements * Internal Medicine Residency Completion * Palliative Care Fellowship Required * Board Eligibility/Board Certification * Active GA license or the ability to obtain one Reach out today to learn more about this opportunity and how it may fit in with your clinical, teaching, and lifestyle aspirations.

Louisville, CO
 
estimated $345,000 per year
Start: ASAP
Type: Permanent

Physician (MD/DO) - Palliative Medicine - $345,000 per year in Louisville, CO - Hospice Medical Director - Leadership Role | Greater Denver Metro Located just outside Denver, Colorado , this is a rare opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role at a rapidly scaling, deeply mission-driven organization. WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS This is not a traditional hospice medical director position-it is a strategic leadership role designed to scale and elevate hospice services across the region . The organization is experiencing strong census growth, but currently lacks a dedicated physician leader fully embedded in executive, board, and community-facing strategy. WHAT YOU'LL LEAD You will serve as the central clinical and executive bridge for hospice operations across a regional footprint spanning Denver, Golden, Littleton, and Loveland Key focus areas include: * Executive and board-level medical leadership presence * Quality, compliance, and CMS regulatory oversight * Finance committee participation and operational stewardship * Community and hospital system relationship development * Clinical oversight of physicians, APPs, and interdisciplinary teams CLINICAL + LEADERSHIP MODEL * 60% Administrative / 40% Clinical * No RVU or productivity pressure-success is defined by leadership impact and quality outcomes * Oversight of 2 physicians, 1 part-time physician, and 6 APPs * Support for 5 interdisciplinary teams (IDTs) * IPU, admissions, recertifications, and complex case consultation included CANDIDATE PROFILE * Fellowship-trained in Hospice & Palliative Medicine with 3-5+ years of progressive medical leadership experience * Prior dedicated Hospice Medical Director experience required, ideally in high-acuity or community-based hospice settings * Eligible for unrestricted Colorado medical licensure with strong regulatory fluency in hospice care standards * Calm, emotionally grounded servant leader who thrives in end-of-life care environments and high-stakes decision-making * Collaborative, mission-driven ambassador comfortable engaging clinicians, executives, and community partners across systems COMPENSATION & BENEFITS * Guaranteed base compensation of $345,000 plus quality metrics bonus * Medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance * Generous PTO, holidays, and continuing education time * Public Student Loan Forgiveness If you are looking to step into a high-impact Hospice Medical Director role where leadership, community presence, and mission alignment matter as much as clinical expertise , this is a rare opportunity to do exactly that in the heart of Colorado.

Wilmington, NC
 
estimated $270,000 to $315,000 per year
Start: ASAP
Type: Permanent

Physician (MD/DO) - Palliative Medicine - $270,000 to $315,000 per year in Wilmington, NC - Medical Director, Inpatient Palliative Medicine & Hospice Physician Opportunity in Wilmington, North Carolina Advance your career in hospice and palliative medicine through a leadership role that balances patient care with program development. Join an organization recognized for physician satisfaction, ranking in the 99th percentile nationally in Press Ganey's employee experience survey, and recently named one of Wilmington's Best Places to Work. This opportunity offers the chance to lead a growing service line while helping shape the future of hospice and palliative care. Practice Overview * Split your time approximately 50% between clinical care and 50% leadership responsibilities * Lead interdisciplinary hospice and palliative care teams across inpatient settings while helping shape the future of the service line * Teach and mentor hospice and palliative medicine fellows, residents, and medical students as the organization develops its new Palliative Care Medicine Fellowship * Join an organization committed to physician well-being, education, and collaborative, patient-centered care Schedule * Full-time leadership position with a balanced clinical and administrative schedule * Average clinical volume of approximately four patient encounters per day * Focus on inpatient hospice and palliative medicine alongside strategic leadership initiatives * Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure exceptional patient care Compensation & Benefits * Base salary of $270,000-$315,000 , based on experience * Sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and comprehensive health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits * 35 paid days off, dedicated CME time, annual CME allowance, and reimbursement for licensure and professional dues * Malpractice coverage, disability insurance, life insurance, and employer-sponsored retirement contributions Candidate Requirements * MD or DO with Board Certified or Board Eligible status in Hospice and Palliative Medicine * Minimum of five years caring for patients with serious or life-limiting illnesses * Leadership experience in physician management, program development, or medical directorship preferred * Passion for mentorship, interdisciplinary collaboration, quality improvement, and advancing hospice and palliative care Community & Location Highlights * Enjoy coastal living with easy access to beaches, boating, golf, and year-round outdoor recreation * Experience a welcoming community with a vibrant downtown, waterfront dining, and rich arts and cultural attractions * Family-friendly community with excellent schools, diverse housing options, and an exceptional quality of life * Convenient access to larger metropolitan areas while enjoying a relaxed coastal lifestyle Ready to lead the next chapter of hospice and palliative care? Connect with us for a confidential conversation about how this opportunity can support your leadership goals and long-term career vision.

Portland, OR
 
Start: ASAP
Type: Locum Tenens

Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Palliative Medicine in Portland, OR - Specialty   State  OR Location  6410 NE Halsey St., Portland, OR 97213 Requirements  LOCUM- Hospice UPDATE 2/19: Looking for two more providers for this coverage need. *NOTE: PROVIDER MUST HAVE ACTIVE WA License or IMLC AND WA DEA for this assignment as they will be treating patients in the southwest WA area as it is considered apart of the Portland metro area. In addition they MUST have the OR License and OR DEA LICENSE MUST BE IN HAND TO BE PRESENTED TO THIS NEED.* We have uncapped the rates on this search. This time around we will not be clearing the first 10 bids that are submitted but rather clearing based on competitive rates and quality score of the candidate. Please ensure to bid competitively on rates as those will be reviewed during presentation. *Please ensure bids reflect the below: - Guaranteed hours: 8 hours per day - OT applies after 9 hours per day JOB DETAILS (PLEASE READ IN FULL): _______________________________________________ We are looking for one full time providers to provide telehealth coverage in Portland. Provider will work Monday-Friday (8am-5pm and can take a lunch when able to during that time). They will take call 4-6 nights a month, plus approximately 1 weekend a month, sometimes with NP overlap and sometimes not. Physician weeknight calls are variable - sometimes may have 0 admits and 1-2 symptom calls, sometime 4-5 admits come after 5pm and multiple calls on complex patients during the night for crisis visits or GIP admits. Weekends can be busy, if there are a large number of admissions and if we have a high number of complicated patients. If NP is also on for their weekend, they do cover symptoms and most of the nights, and physician just doing the admissions. NOTE: Call will be a shared call between Portland and Medford. Currently Portland has 350 patients right now (shared between providers) Types of calls: IDT, consultation and med consults, telehealth visits, CTIs REQUIREMENT: _____________________________________________ OR license, OR DEA, WA license, WA DEA Board Certification and truly Board Eligible within 5 years of residency Should be BC or BE in FM, IM highly prefer they are in Hospice (if FM or IM, they MUST have ample experience in hospice work) BLS Required Schedule  Monday: Not Specified, Tuesday: Not Specified, Wednesday: Not Specified, Thursday: Not Specified, Friday: Not Specified, Saturday: Not Specified, Sunday: Not Specified Dates Needed    2026-01-16T00:00:00+00:00 -   Alumni Healthcare Staffing offers: * Weekly Direct Deposits * Travel and Lodging Provided if Needed * A+ Rated Malpractice Coverage * 24/7 Availability of your Recruiting Consultant & Credentialing Staff If you have availability for this job or are interested in other opportunities, please send an updated CV or contact me today. Danielle Dick (908) 842-8235

Bronx, NY
 
Start: ASAP
Type: Permanent

Physician (MD/DO) - Palliative Medicine in Bronx, NY - Join a dynamic healthcare team delivering high-quality primary and diagnostic care in nursing home and long-term care settings. This role focuses on comprehensive medical management, continuity of care, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes. 💰 Salary Range: $200,000 – $230,000 🌟 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Provide primary medical care to nursing home patients in accordance with standards * Assess, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions * Order and interpret laboratory and imaging studies ; refer to specialists as needed * Prescribe medications and treatment plans , including lifestyle and dietary guidance * Educate patients on treatment options and medication side effects * Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation * Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes * Adhere to quality improvement, safety, and infection control standards

New York
 
Start: ASAP
Type: Permanent

Physician (MD/DO) - Palliative Medicine in New York - Join a growing primary care team providing high-quality care to nursing home patients across New York. We're seeking Board Certified/Board Eligible Physicians who are passionate about improving the health and quality of life of geriatric patients in a collaborative care environment. 💰 Compensation * Salary: $200,000–$240,000 📍 Location * New York 🩺 Position Highlights * Provide primary care services for nursing home patients * Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions * Order and interpret laboratory and imaging studies * Prescribe medications and develop individualized treatment plans * Coordinate care with specialists and interdisciplinary healthcare teams * Counsel patients on preventive care, lifestyle, and dietary modifications * Maintain accurate medical documentation and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations ✅ Qualifications * MD or DO from an accredited U.S. medical school * BC/BE in Geriatrics, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Palliative Care/Hospice * Completion of an accredited U.S. residency (or 5-year pathway) * Active New York Medical License * DEA (or eligible to obtain during credentialing) * Experience in primary care or clinical practice preferred * Residents and Fellows are encouraged to apply 📩 Interested? Send me your CV or reach out for more details!

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