Hospice/Palliative Medicine Physician

Company: Covenant Health, Inc
Location: Nashua
Posted on: May 24, 2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Palliative Care PhysicianLocation: Saint Joseph Hospital, Nashua, NHJob Type: Full-timeDepartment: Palliative CareAbout Saint Joseph Hospital: Saint Joseph Hospital, in Nashua, NH has been a beacon of care for over 100 years, providing a nurturing environment for both our patients and staff. Join our team and become part of a legacy of excellence in patient care. Saint Joseph Hospital is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Palliative Care Physician to join our esteemed team. Our hospital is renowned for providing comprehensive, patient-centered care and is equipped with state-of-the-art medical technology and resources. We are in the heart of Nashua, NH offering a dynamic and supportive environment for medical professionals.Position Overview: The Palliative Care Physician will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality, patient-focused care to individuals with serious, life-limiting illnesses. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to providing compassionate, comprehensive palliative care, working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to address the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients and their families.Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert palliative care consultations and follow-up care to patients in various settings, including inpatient and outpatient.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, social workers, and chaplains, to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments, including medical history, physical examinations, and diagnostic evaluations.
• Manage complex symptoms, including pain, nausea, and respiratory distress, to improve the quality of life for patients.
• Facilitate discussions with patients and families regarding prognosis, goals of care, and advance care planning.
• Educate and support healthcare providers, patients, and families about palliative care principles and practices.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, research, and educational activities to advance the field of palliative care.Qualifications:
  • Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.
  • Board certification or eligibility in Hospice and Palliative Medicine.
  • Valid state medical license.
  • Demonstrated expertise in palliative care, pain management, and symptom control.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
  • Commitment to continuous professional development and staying current with advancements in palliative care.Benefits:
    • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
    • Generous paid time off and CME allowances.
    • Retirement plan
    • Relocation Reimbursement
    • Student Loan Reimbursement Eligibility
    • Supportive and collaborative work environment.Application Process: Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references to Provider Recruiter - Charlie Paparello at cpaparello Covenant Health Mission StatementWe are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.Our Core Values:---CompassionWe show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.---IntegrityWe promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.---IntegrityWe promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.---CollaborationWe work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.---ExcellenceWe deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history).
      

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