Palliative Care- Faculty

Temple University, Office of Physician & Faculty Recruitment•Philadelphia, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Temple Health invites applications for a BC/BE Palliative Care Physician passionate about medical education to join our esteemed Palliative Care Program as a full-time clinician educator. This role presents a unique chance to work within a dynamic, collaborative environment alongside an interdisciplinary team of palliative care professionals, including physicians, advanced providers, social workers, and chaplains, all dedicated to delivering exemplary, compassionate care. In this role, you will have the opportunity to mentor medical students, residents, and fellows through direct teaching and curriculum development. Enjoy the convenience of phone-only weekend and evening calls, and explore clinical research opportunities if desired. Our team is tightly integrated with Temple University Hospital, collaborating across clinical service lines and participating actively in health system quality improvement initiatives. We are deeply committed to Temple's mission of serving our community with excellence.

Requirements

M.D., D.O., or foreign equivalent.
Completion of ACGME-accredited residency and Hospice and Palliative Care Medicine fellowship programs.
Board certification or eligibility in Hospice and Palliative Care Medicine.
Unrestricted medical license & DEA from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania by start date.
Ability to work effectively in an urban environment is strongly encouraged.

Nice To Haves

Passionate about medical education.
Recent fellow or experienced physician.

Responsibilities

Deliver exemplary, compassionate care as part of an interdisciplinary palliative care team.
Mentor medical students, residents, and fellows through direct teaching and curriculum development.
Participate in health system quality improvement initiatives.
Collaborate across clinical service lines.
Explore clinical research opportunities.