Hospice & Palliative Care Physician | Shelton, Connecticut

Hospice & Palliative Care Physician (with Hospitalist Responsibilities)

Location: Shelton, Connecticut Schedule: Full-Time | Permanent

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.

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