Physician Hospice/Palliative Medicine - Competitive Salary

Job Description Hospice & Palliative Care Physician (with Hospitalist Responsibilities) Location: Shelton, Connecticut Schedule: Full-Time | Permanent Organization Overview This position is part of a respected, community-based healthcare system serving the Shelton and Greater New Haven region. The organization is known for its compassionate, patient-centered care and maintains strong clinical affiliations with leading academic institutions in the area, including access to resources associated with Yale University. The hospice and palliative care program provides comprehensive services including symptom management, goals-of-care discussions, advanced care planning, and end-of-life support. The team works collaboratively with hospitalists, oncology, critical care, case management, and community hospice agencies to ensure seamless, high-quality care delivery. Position Summary The organization is seeking an experienced Hospice & Palliative Care Physician who can also provide Hospitalist coverage to support its expanding inpatient and palliative care services in Shelton, Connecticut. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity focused on managing hospitalized patients requiring palliative consultations while also participating in general inpatient medicine coverage. You will join a collaborative team that values clinical excellence, compassion, and a multidisciplinary approach to care. For consideration or additional information, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io . Essential Responsibilities Provide inpatient palliative care consultations, including symptom management and goals-of-care discussions Lead and participate in family meetings and interdisciplinary care planning Deliver evidence-based hospitalist care during assigned inpatient shifts Facilitate transitions to hospice care and coordinate with external hospice agencies Collaborate with nursing, case management, social work, and specialty teams Maintain accurate, timely documentation within the EMR Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical reviews Support a multidisciplinary, patient-centered care environment Qualifications Education: MD or DO from an accredited medical school Training: Residency in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Certification: Board Certified in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine required; Hospice & Palliative Medicine training or significant experience preferred Licensure: Eligible for Connecticut medical licensure Experience: Prior hospitalist or inpatient experience strongly preferred (not open to new graduates) Skills: Strong communication skills, empathetic patient care approach, and ability to work in a team-based setting Compensation & Work Environment Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications Collaborative, team-oriented clinical environment Access to advanced inpatient resources and academic-level care standards Opportunity to work within a respected, Yale-affiliated healthcare network Thank you, and I look forward to connecting soon! Manish Parashar Recruiter, The Provider Finder View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io