Palliative Care Physician - Sentara Virginia Beach General

City/StateVirginia Beach, VAWork ShiftFirst (Days)Provider SpecialtyPalliative CareOverview:As one of the nation's most progressive integrated healthcare organizations, Sentara Healthcare has served Virginia and northeastern North Carolina since 1888. Guided by our not-for-profit mission of “Improving Health Every Day,” we are committed to delivering exceptional, patient-focused care.We are currently seeking a Physician to join our established, award-winning Palliative Care team. We are seeking a provider who is dedicated to compassionate, patient-centered care and thrives in a collaborative environment. This role offers the unique opportunity to make a meaningful clinical impact while benefiting from professional development and a healthy work-life balance.Position HighlightsHours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMCall Schedule: Light call rotation (1 in 4 weeks) serving as backup support to nurse practitionersWork-Life Balance: No weekend rounds, allowing for true work-life separationProvide inpatient palliative care consultations with focus on advanced symptom managementLead complex medical decision-making discussions with patients, families, and care teamsCollaborate within a well-established interdisciplinary team including experienced nurse practitioners and licensed clinical social workersMentor and guide team members in delivering compassionate, evidence-based careParticipate in quality improvement initiatives and program developmentRobust program including 34 APPs and 5 Physicians with the goal of increasing to 7 Physicians system wideBenefit HighlightsNationally competitive compensation package$15,000 Sign-on bonus$10,000 Commencement bonusComprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability and more403b/401a Retirement Packages with Matching ContributionMalpractice and Tail coveragePaid Licensure Renewals$5,500 Annual CME AllowancePhysician time offFully Integrated EHR (Epic)501c3, non-profit (PSLF Eligible)RequirementsMD or DO degree from accredited institutionBoard certified or board eligible in Hospice & Palliative MedicineStrong clinical expertise in symptom management and end-of-life careWhy Virginia Beach?Living in Virginia Beach means waking up to miles of sandy beaches, a lively boardwalk, and a relaxed coastal atmosphere that feels like a year-round getaway. Residents savor fresh seafood, support a thriving local business scene, and embrace outdoor adventures—from kayaking along the Chesapeake Bay to exploring the trails at First Landing State Park. The city offers diverse career opportunities alongside welcoming neighborhoods and highly rated schools, making it ideal for families and professionals alike. With mild seasons and sweeping waterfront views, Virginia Beach strikes the perfect balance between laid-back living and everyday opportunity. We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $212,534.40 - $244,296.00 annually. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs. Note: If an annual salary is posted, it is based on a full-time colleague working 2,080 hours annually.Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career• Medical, Dental, Vision plans• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave• Emergency Backup Care• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans• Life Insurance• 401k/403B with Employer Match• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000• Pet Insurance• Legal Resources Plan• Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is metProviders at Sentara are eligible for special benefits such as Annual CME Allowance and 100% malpractice and tail coverage.Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs providers in the following states: North Carolina, Nevada, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia and Wisconsin.SummaryLocation: Virginia Beach, VAType: Full time