Outpatient Palliative Care Physician Medical Director

Position Overview United Health Services (UHS) is seeking an Outpatient Palliative Care Physician/Associate Medical Director of Palliative Care Services located in Johnson City, New York. Monday‑Friday schedule – outpatient focused (90% clinical / 10% medical director). The role requires a strong understanding of palliative care clinical models, including design, business modeling, productivity, quality, experience, and equity. Experience with new program development or expansion preferred but not required. Primary Department, Division, or Unit: UHS Palliative Care. Salary range: $280,563 – $300,000 annually. Responsibilities Provide comprehensive outpatient palliative consultations, evaluations, and follow‑up visits. Perform physical examinations; interpret diagnostic tests; identify clinical problems and formulate evidence‑based care plans. Manage complex symptoms (pain, dyspnea, mood, nausea, functional decline) with pharmacologic and integrative approaches. Lead goals‑of‑care discussions and advance care planning in partnership with patients, caregivers, and referring clinicians. Deliver patient‑centered, values‑aligned care in a supportive, team‑based outpatient environment. Assist in growing collaborative relationships with hospital and specialty departments to enhance primary palliative care delivery. Support the Administrative Director in developing new outpatient initiatives, enhancing service lines, and improving operational workflows. Contribute to strategic planning, program expansion, and evaluation of palliative care clinical models. Participate in regulatory readiness, quality improvement projects, and development of clinical best‑practice guidelines. Serve as a clinical educator supervising medical students, residents, fellows. Participate in clinical research activities as directed by the Administrative Director. Serve on the UHS Ethics Committee. Perform other assigned clinical duties as directed by the Medical Director. Qualifications Board certified or eligible in Palliative Medicine and a pertinent medical specialty (e.g., Internal Medicine, Family Medicine). Completion of an ACGME‑accredited fellowship program in Palliative Medicine. Strong understanding of palliative care clinical models, including design, business modeling, productivity, quality, experience, and equity. Desire for experience in clinical teaching (medical students, residents, fellows). Must maintain licensure in New York State. Experience with program development or expansion preferred. Compensation and Benefits Annual salary range: $280,563 – $300,000. Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours per week. Retirement plan with company match (403(b)). Paid time off (PTO) accruing from day one. Flex spending accounts and wellness rewards. Employee assistance program (EAP) counseling and virtual mental health support. Equal Employment Opportunity United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr