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Job description
Per Diem Palliative Care Physician
Northeast Medical Group (NEMG), a member of Yale New Haven Health (YNHH), is seeking a Per Diem Palliative Care Physician to provide inpatient consultative services at Greenwich Hospital.
This position focuses on delivering high-quality, patient-centered palliative care to hospitalized patients with serious and complex illnesses. The physician will work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary care team to manage symptoms, support goals-of-care discussions, and improve quality of life for patients and their families.
Key responsibilities include:
Provide inpatient palliative care consultations and follow-up care for hospitalized patients
Perform comprehensive clinical assessments, including symptom burden, prognosis, and care needs
Manage complex symptoms including pain, dyspnea, nausea, and psychosocial distress
Facilitate goals-of-care discussions, advance care planning, and end-of-life decision-making with patients and families
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (nursing, social work, chaplaincy, case management, and primary teams) to develop and implement individualized care plans
Participate in family meetings to provide education, support, and alignment around care goals
Coordinate care across the hospital setting to ensure continuity and appropriate transitions of care
Document clinical encounters, treatment plans, and patient progress in the electronic medical record
Provide education and guidance to hospital staff on palliative care principles, when appropriate
Practice environment includes:
Collaborative, hospital-based palliative care program within Greenwich Hospital
Integrated with the resources and specialty network of Yale New Haven Health
Physician-led, multidisciplinary model focused on quality, compassion, and patient-centered care
Opportunity to work alongside experienced palliative care clinicians and subspecialists
Why choose Yale New Haven Health?
Excellent work environment – Flexible schedules to ensure work-life balance
Career advancement – Unlock your potential and embrace exciting opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within our esteemed healthcare system!
Compensation package – Enjoy an enhanced compensation package. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding career where you can make a real difference, we want you on our team.
Relocation assistance – We recognize how vital a smooth transition is, and with our relocation assistance, your journey can be seamless.
Benefits – Competitive salary, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. Pension plan matched tax-sheltered annuity plan and Roth contributions.
Employment perks – Employee wellness initiatives and support programs. Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
Qualifications include:
MD or DO from an accredited medical school
Board Certified/Board Eligible in Hospice and Palliative Medicine (or eligible pathway)
Board certification in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or related primary specialty
Active (or eligible) Connecticut medical license
Demonstrated expertise in symptom management and goals-of-care communication
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in a team-based environment
Schedule:
Per diem, inpatient coverage - Monday - Friday, Days
Flexible scheduling based on program needs
To learn more, please email our In-House Provider Recruiter:
Elena Geanuracos at
YNHHS Requisition ID
Worksite address
old greenwich, CT, 06870, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.