Medical Director, Palliative Medicine | Central CT – 50/50 Clinical + Leadership
Job at a glance
Job description
Join an established palliative care program just southwest of Hartford, Connecticut as a BC/BE Hospice & Palliative Medicine physician in a unique medical director role combining clinical practice with physician leadership.
Position Highlights:
- 50% administrative leadership / 50% clinical practice
- Lead an established, highly respected palliative care program
- Provide strategic, operational and clinical leadership across the Central Connecticut region
- Partner with an interdisciplinary team of physicians, APRNs, nurses, social workers, chaplains and bereavement specialists
- Drive program growth, innovation, quality improvement and community engagement
- Mentor residents and advanced practice providers
- Foster a culture of collaboration, clinical excellence and compassionate care
- Advocate for patients, families and care teams
- Opportunity to influence the future direction of palliative medicine
- Faculty appointment with the University of Connecticut School of Medicine
- Physician-led organization with extensive clinical resources and support
Qualifications:
- MD or DO with eligibility for Connecticut medical licensure
- Fellowship trained and board certified in Hospice & Palliative Medicine
- Minimum 3 years of palliative care practice experience
- Minimum 2 years of physician leadership experience
- Eligible for appointment to the University of Connecticut School of Medicine
- Collaborative leadership style with strong emotional intelligence and clinical judgment
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits
- Retirement benefits
- Generous time off
- CME and professional development opportunities
- Additional benefits available
Location & Lifestyle:
Located in central Connecticut, this welcoming community offers an appealing combination of affordability, convenience, and New England charm. Residents enjoy excellent schools, diverse dining, cultural attractions, beautiful parks, and abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation, with a variety of suburban and urban living options nearby. Hartford is ~10 miles north, New Haven is ~30 miles south, Boston is ~100 miles northeast, and New York City is ~110 miles southwest, providing easy access to major metropolitan amenities while maintaining a relaxed, family-friendly lifestyle. The Connecticut shoreline, Berkshire Mountains, and other New England destinations are also within easy reach for weekend getaways.
APPLY NOW or TEXT Job #CW235782 and email address to 636 - 628 - 2412.
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