Palliative Care Physician / Head of Palliative Care
Remote
Clinical Strategy and Services – Clinical Strategy and Services /
Full-time /
Remote
Join Included Health in revolutionizing healthcare by delivering comprehensive care solutions and improving patient outcomes in our Specialty Clinic. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Palliative Care Physician who is committed to improving the quality of life for cancer patients, providing compassionate care, and contributing to the continuous enhancement and oversight of our Cancer Center specialty program.
Position Overview:
The Head of Palliative Care Support will help us improve the quality of life for cancer patients by delivering expert Palliative Care solutions to members in need, virtually. This role involves providing strategic support for the program, contributing to the development and operation of quality oversight initiatives, providing thought leadership for new and innovative care solutions, providing direct patient care to members in need, and overseeing other providers in the Clinic. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of expertise, a collaborative spirit, and a passion for patient-centered care.
Responsibilities:
- Strategic Support: Provide strategic input to support the overall direction and growth of the Cancer Center. Collaborate with leadership to develop and implement initiatives that enhance patient care and satisfaction.
- Quality Oversight: Assist in overseeing the quality of care services, ensuring adherence to best practices and continuous improvement. Contribute to the development of quality metrics and monitor outcomes to ensure high standards of care.
- Thought Leadership: Serve as a thought leader in palliative care and cancer support, contributing to the development of clinical guidelines, protocols, and educational materials. Stay informed about industry trends and innovations.
- Program Development and Improvement: Lead the development and continuous improvement of the Cancer Center. Identify opportunities for enhancement and implement effective solutions.
- Patient Care: Provide specialized palliative care to cancer patients, addressing their physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive care plans.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal and external stakeholders, including healthcare providers, patients, and families, to ensure integrated and patient-centered care.
- Education and Training: Develop and deliver educational sessions for healthcare professionals and staff on palliative care best practices and new developments.
- Data Analysis and Reporting: Utilize data analytics to assess program performance, identify trends, and inform strategic decisions. Prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders.
- Community Engagement: Represent the Cancer Center at conferences, seminars, and industry events, fostering connections and sharing expertise in palliative care.
- Clinical Oversight: Provide clinical oversight and supervision to other Cancer Center clinicians, when necessary.
- Other Duties as Assigned: Perform additional duties as required to support the mission and goals of the Cancer Center.
Requirements:
- Medical Qualifications: Physician (MD/DO) with over 5 years of post-residency experience. Must be board certified in palliative medicine.
- Clinical Experience: Extensive experience in palliative care, particularly within an oncology setting. Demonstrated high-quality clinical practice and patient care skills.
- Project/Program Management: Proven experience in project or program development and management. Ability to coordinate and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
- Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, capable of conveying complex medical concepts clearly and concisely.
- Relationship Building: Strong ability to build and maintain positive relationships with patients, families, colleagues, and external partners.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically and contribute to the development of initiatives that drive value and improve patient outcomes.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities and needs
Physical/Cognitive Requirements:
- Prompt and regular attendance at assigned work location.
- Ability to work shifts of at least 8 hours, 40 days per week.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-intensity work environment.
- Ability to remain seated in a stationary position for prolonged periods.
- Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate keyboard, computer and other office-related equipment.
- No heavy lifting is expected, though occasional exertion of about 20 lbs. of force (e.g., lifting a computer / laptop) may be required.
- Ability to interact with leadership, employees, and members in an appropriate manner.
The United States new hire base salary target ranges for this full-time position are:
Zone A: $188,000 - 265,000 + equity + benefits
This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for candidates based on their respective Zone. Below is additional information on Included Health's commitment to maintaining transparent and equitable compensation practices across our distinct geographic zones.
Starting base salary for the successful candidate will depend on several job-related factors, unique to each candidate, which may include, but not limited to, education; training; skill set; years and depth of experience; certifications and licensure; business needs; internal peer equity; organizational considerations; and alignment with geographic and market data. Compensation structures and ranges are tailored to each zone's unique market conditions to ensure that all employees receive fair and competitive compensation based on their roles and locations. Your Recruiter can share details of your geographic alignment upon inquiry.
In addition to earning a base salary, this role is eligible for a performance-based bonus. Details of the Annual Bonus Plan, including performance metrics, target incentives, and potential earnings, will be discussed during the interview process.
In addition to receiving a competitive base salary, the compensation package may include, depending on the role, the following:
Remote-first culture
401(k) savings plan through Fidelity
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage through multiple medical plan options (including disability insurance)
Full suite of Included Health telemedicine (e.g. behavioral health, urgent care, etc.) and health care navigation products and services offered at no cost for employees and dependents
Generous Paid Time Off ("PTO") and Discretionary Time Off (“DTO")
12 weeks of 100% Paid Parental leave
Family Building Benefit with fertility coverage and up to $25,000 for Surrogacy & Adoption financial assistance
Compassionate Leave (paid leave for employees who experience a failed pregnancy, surrogacy, adoption or fertility treatment)
11 Holidays Paid with one Floating Paid Holiday
Work-From-Home reimbursement to support team collaboration and effective home office work
24 hours of Paid Volunteer Time Off (“VTO”) Per Year to Volunteer with Charitable Organizations
