Hospice and Palliative Care Physician and Medical Director - Riverside Medical Group, Lifelong Health - Newport News, Virginia

As a provider with Riverside Health Medical Group, you would join a team of providers who are respected leaders and part of our collaborative care delivery team. Our providers care for our patients as if they are those they love. Our core values are built into our provider compact that outlines our dedication to our patients as our first priority. Our providers encourage patient involvement, embrace change, and take ownership in the success of the team and the organization. If that resonates with you, we would like to speak to you. Hiring Range: $244,000.00 – $315,000.00 Actual pay depends on specialty, experience, and performance Riverside Medical Group is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Hospice and Palliative Medicine Physician to join our dedicated team in Newport News, Virginia. Join Riverside Medical Group Full-Time Medical Director and Physician – Newport News, VA Why Riverside? At Riverside, our mission is simple: “To care for others as we would care for those we love.” This guiding principal shapes everything we do—from expanding access to care, to investing in technology and facilities, to fostering a culture of compassion and collaboration. Our providers are leaders, partners, and advocates for their patients and their teams. What You’ll Do In this role, you’ll provide comprehensive outpatient care for adult patients, including: Diagnosis and management of acute and chronic conditions Annual wellness visits and preventive screenings Treatment of diabetes, hypertension, cholesterol, and weight-related concerns Age-appropriate immunizations Well-woman exams and birth control counseling You’ll work alongside a collaborative team of physicians and advanced practice providers, supported by Riverside’s robust infrastructure and strong referral network. Learn More Explore Riverside Medical Group and discover why we’re the perfect place to grow your career: Riverside Medical Group – Provider Recruitment - Qualifications Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) Successful completion of Internal Medicine residency Licensed Medical Doctor in the State of Virginia Board Certified or Board Eligible in Hospice and Palliative Medicine Valid DEA registration Strong oral and written communication skills Team-oriented and collaborative approach to care Company Overview: Why Join Riverside? Riverside Health System is a trusted community partner, known for its commitment to excellence in healthcare. We offer a supportive work environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional growth. Company Benefit Overview: Taking Your Benefits to the Next Level Riverside is well known and respected for taking exceptional care of the medical needs of the communities we serve – and our health system takes excellent care of our providers. We take our commitment to our team members seriously, so you’ll find unique benefits that keep our providers engaged and fulfilled. Innovative Benefits for Improved Well-being- Safe Haven VITAL WorkLife, Riverside provides access to a support system when challenges arise. Completely confidential, these support services help address burnout, career fatigue and mental health considerations, including: Behavioral health and counseling Clinician Peer Coaching Program Legal and financial consultations VITAL WorkLife app Worklife Concierge services Support via phone – 24/7 Contact Our Recruitment Team for Questions Peer Coaching Resources Riverside providers become the leaders of tomorrow. An unshakable commitment to clinical excellence is central to our culture and is made evident in our systems and technology, our emphasis on joy in the workplace, our focus on philanthropy and all we do for the communities we serve. You’ll be set up for success as you tap into decades of diverse expertise in evidence-based care and helpful employee Community Overview: What Brings people to Virginia Ready to bring your passion to Riverside? Riverside Health Established in 1915, Riverside Health is a non-profit, integrated health network dedicated to serving the communities of Eastern Virginia. Riverside’s network of services includes acute care, Riverside Medical Group, lifelong health, academic residency programs and fellowships and community benefit initiatives. Facilities include four acute-care hospitals with a Level II Trauma Center and NICU, as well as a mental health and recovery hospital with a dedicated psychiatric emergency department. Additional facilities include a physical rehabilitation hospital, and a critical illness recovery hospital operated in partnership with Select Medical. Riverside is currently expanding its footprint with the construction of Riverside Smithfield Hospital, opening in early 2026. Riverside Medical Group is one of Virginia’s largest and most diverse multispecialty group practices composed of more than 800 physicians and advanced practice providers in locations throughout the region. Specialties and services include primary care, internal and family medicine, urgent care, imaging and diagnostics, cancer care, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics and sports medicine, women’s health and more. Riverside Lifelong Health encompasses three active senior living communities, four lifelong health and rehabilitation facilities, The Martha W. Goodson Center and At Home services consisting of ChooseHome, in-home private care, home health, palliative care and hospice care. Riverside’s network of care also includes two medical wellness and fitness centers, comprehensive physical therapy services, the Riverside Foundation and the Riverside College of Health Sciences. For more information on Riverside Health, visit riversideonline.com and follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram and YouTube. Eastern Virginia The area offers a variety of local attractions, including Virginia’s Historic Triangle (Williamsburg, Jamestown, Yorktown), the Virginia Beach oceanfront and the Shenandoah Valley, all within driving distance. You can experience all four seasons, the mountains, the ocean and are only a few hours from our nation’s capital. There are options for rural and urban living, local public schools are some of the best in Virginia and the area is family-friendly, with attractions like Busch Gardens and Water Country USA close by. At a Glance Five acute care hospitals (Riverside Smithfield Hospital opens January 2026) Three specialty hospitals: Riverside Mental Health & Recovery Center, Long-term Acute Care in partnership with Select Medical and Rehabilitation in partnership with Select Medical A coverage area of 8,000 square miles in eastern Virginia More than 9,500 team members More than 800 clinical providers Over 110 Riverside Medical Group offices M.D. Express Urgent Care Three Active Senior Living Communities Four Lifelong Health & Rehabilitation locations At Home Services – ChooseHome, In-Home Private Care, Home Health, Palliative Care and Hospice Care The Martha W. Goodson Center Physical Therapy and Medical Wellness & Fitness Centers Awards The Leapfrog Group Hospital Safety Grade A – Riverside Regional Medical Center, Riverside Doctors’ Hospital Williamsburg CHIME Digital Health Most Wired Recognition – Riverside Health Top 100 Rural and Community Hospitals in the U.S. – Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital 2025 Becker’s Healthcare Nation’s Top Medical Training Facilities – Riverside Simulation Training Lab 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Homes List – Patriots Colony at Williamsburg, Sanders and Riverside Lifelong Health & Rehabilitation Smithfield 2024 Newsweek 150 Best Spine Surgeons in the U.S. – Dean Borissov Kostov, M.D. & William H. McAllister IV, M.D. 2024 List of Great Community Hospitals – Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) Certified Age-Friendly Hospital – Riverside Doctors’ Hospital Williamsburg At Riverside Health, your trust and safety are our top priorities. 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