Medical Director- Palliative Care

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Job description

Medical Director of Palliative Medicine

VHC Health • Arlington, VA

Full-time

Qualifications
Medical degree from an accredited institution
Board certification in Palliative Medicine
Active medical license in the state of Virginia
Proven track record of leadership in rebuilding and advancing Palliative Care programs
Exceptional communication skills and the ability to foster strong interpersonal relationships
Deep commitment to delivering high-quality, compassionate patient care

Responsibilities
Provide strategic clinical leadership and oversee the direction of the Palliative Medicine program
Rebuild and enhance the existing palliative care program through the development and implementation of updated policies and best practices
Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care
Mentor and guide palliative medicine team members to ensure excellence in service delivery
Drive quality improvement initiatives to optimize patient outcomes and satisfaction

Job Description

VHC Health, a leading healthcare provider dedicated to excellence in patient care, is actively seeking an experienced Medical Director of Palliative Medicine to spearhead our program. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on patient outcomes and lead the transformation of our Palliative Care services.

Responsibilities:
• Provide strategic clinical leadership and oversee the direction of the Palliative Medicine program
• Rebuild and enhance the existing palliative care program through the development and implementation of updated policies and best practices
• Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care
• Mentor and guide palliative medicine team members to ensure excellence in service delivery
• Drive quality improvement initiatives to optimize patient outcomes and satisfaction

Qualifications:
• Medical degree from an accredited institution
• Board certification in Palliative Medicine
• Active medical license in the state of Virginia
• Proven track record of leadership in rebuilding and advancing Palliative Care programs
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to foster strong interpersonal relationships
• Deep commitment to delivering high-quality, compassionate patient care

If you are a Palliative Medicine physician with experience in rebuilding and reimagining healthcare programs, we invite you to join our team at VHC Health. Make a difference in the lives of our patients and contribute to the advancement of palliative care services in a supportive and progressive environment. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to Andrea Bell, Director of Physician Services Recruitment, at .

Contact Information
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to Andrea Bell, Director of Physician Services Recruitment, at .

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $250,000.00 - $350,000.00 per year

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Relocation assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Supplemental Pay:
Bonus opportunities
Signing bonus

Ability to Relocate:
Arlington, VA 22205: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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