Palliative Care Physician for Mercyhealth Hospital and Trauma Center,janesville, Wi-$245,000- $250,0
Mercyhealth
Janesville, Wisconsin, US
About the Role
Mercyhealth System in Janesville, Wisconsin, is currently seeking a Full-Time Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Palliative Care Physician to join our collaborative inpatient care team serving Southern Wisconsin.Join a compassionate, fully integrated care program within an award-winning healthcare system and play a key role in advancing palliative care services focused on quality of life, symptom management, and patient-centered care.Opportunity:Competitive base salary (range available upon request)Hospital-employed positionEstablished and growing Palliative Care programStrong referral base from hospitalists, oncology, critical care, and specialty providersEPIC EMRIntegrated multidisciplinary care model501(c)(3) non-for-profit health systemOpportunity to participate in program development and expansion of palliative care servicesDepartmental Scope:Join a collaborative interdisciplinary team, including:Palliative Care PhysiciansAdvanced Practice ProvidersPalliative Care NursesSocial WorkersChaplain / Spiritual CareCase ManagementPractice within a hospital-based setting focused on:Inpatient palliative care consultationsSymptom management and pain controlGoals-of-care discussions with patients and familiesAdvance care planning and end-of-life supportCoordination of care across specialtiesParticipation in interdisciplinary team meetingsIdeal candidate will:Possess strong interpersonal and communication skillsTake a compassionate, patient-centered approachDemonstrate interest in program growth and developmentProvide education to staff and support interdisciplinary collaborationQualifications:MD/DO Board Certified or Board EligibleFellowship training in Hospice and Palliative Medicine preferredEligible for Wisconsin medical licensureStrong commitment to high-quality, compassionate patient careAbility to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary care teamCompensation & Benefits:Mercyhealth offers a highly competitive initial salary guarantee along with a comprehensive benefits package:Salary Range: $240,000-$250,000Retention and/or sign-on bonusStudent loan repayment assistancePublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibilityCME allowance ($3,000)Licensure, membership, and medical association dues reimbursementPaid malpractice coverage, including tail insuranceRelocation assistanceComprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage for the entire familyDay-one 403(b) retirement plan with employer match457(f) deferred compensation plan eligibilityShort- and long-term disability coveragePaid parental leave (up to 4 weeks)Paid caregiver leave (up to 1 week)Strategic partnership with a dedicated physician liaisonCommunity & System Information:About Mercyhealth System:Regional health system with 7 hospitals and 100+ primary and specialty care centers serving more than 65 communities throughout Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin.Over 1,000 partnered providers and 8,500+ professionals dedicated to compassionate, quality care.125+ specialty and sub-specialty services, including heart and vascular care (WATCHMAN and TAVR), neurosurgery, critical care, cancer institute services, robotic surgery, orthopedic surgery, and more.Admitting Hospital:Mercyhealth Hospital and Trauma Center-Janesville is a Level III Trauma Center serving Southern Wisconsin, offering advanced surgical services, heart and vascular care, comprehensive cancer services, and modern specialty support. Conveniently located off Interstate 90.About Janesville:Janesville is a mid-sized, family-oriented community offering an exceptional quality of life.Known as \"Wisconsin's Park Place,\" Janesville features:• Over 2,500 acres of parkland• 20 acres of botanical gardens• Strong arts and cultural presence• Historic architecture and community prideJanesville offers an outstanding balance of professional opportunity and lifestyle.Contact:Winny Elizabeth Sadana, MBA, MA, CPRPPhysician Recruiter, Provider Recruitment & RetentionMercyhealth - Serving Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsinegulatory requirements, including HIPAA.
Responsibilities
- Inpatient palliative care consultations
- Symptom management and pain control
- Advance care planning and end-of-life support
Qualifications
- MD/DO
- Board Certified/Board Eligible in Hospice and Palliative Medicine (preferred)
- Wisconsin medical licensure eligible
Required Skills
Board-certified or board-eligible
Palliative care
Inpatient care
EPIC EMR
Hospice and palliative medicine training is preferred
Keywords
palliative care
physician
inpatient
hospital
EPIC
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