Provider Opportunity - Palliative Care


Summary:

Skagit Regional Health is actively seeking an experienced Palliative Care physician to start an outpatient Palliative Care service in Mount Vernon, Washington. At Skagit Regional Health, we are dedicated to enhancing the well-being of our communities, serving with compassion and respect, one person at a time. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients and the community we serve by providing exceptional healthcare, always. Skagit Regional Health is committed to nurturing a culture that values diversity, inclusivity, and professional growth.

Highlights:

  • In this new role, you will help start an outpatient Palliative Care practice that will be embedded in our existing Oncology clinic and have access to supportive clinical staff including onsite social work and chaplain.
  • Collaborate closely with our two (2) physicians and one (1) ARNP that support our inpatient Palliative Care program. Potential opportunity to pick up some inpatient work, if needed.
  • Benefit from an excellent work-life balance, with a weekday only schedule focused only on outpatient care. This is a 0.6 FTE, fully benefited position. 
  • This new position will focus on improving quality of life and health for patients with complex illnesses and approaching end-of-life illnesses, develop, and facilitate goals of care for patients in an outpatient setting. 
  • This is a hospital-employed position with support from our in-house primary and specialty care referral base. 
  • Integrated EPIC EMR platform utilized system-wide throughout the organization.

Qualifications:

  • Graduate from an ACGME accredited residency program in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine. Fellowship training a plus.
  • Must be Board Certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine.
  • Minimum 2-4 years of practice experience is required. 
  • Active Washington State license or ability to obtain a Washington State license before start.
  • The ideal candidate will place a priority on improving lives through compassionate and innovative healthcare and focus on building lasting relationships with their patients as well as strong ties within the community.

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Salary: $179,385
  • Employment bonus, relocation reimbursement & CME allowance.
  • Malpractice insurance, including tail insurance, is fully covered!
  • Our comprehensive benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance.
  • Paid maternity and parental bonding leave available!
  • Skagit Regional Health offers 401a and 457b retirement plans that invest in your future financial security.
  • Skagit Regional Health is a PSLF approved institution.
  • Washington State has no income tax, enhancing your financial benefits.

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