Palliative Care Opening in Elkhart IN
Updated 10/23/26
Elkhart, Indiana, United States
Physician
Hospice/Palliative Medicine
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Palliative Care opening in Indiana
Full time
Elkhart, IN
Weekday Schedule | No Call | Leadership & Teaching Opportunities
An established and growing Palliative Care program in North Central Indiana is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Palliative Care Physician to join its interdisciplinary team. The position is primarily based at a 254-bed Level III Trauma Center in Elkhart with anticipated collaboration and crossover with a 434-bed Level II Trauma Center in South Bend. This opportunity offers a predictable weekday schedule with no call, meaningful relationship-centered medicine, and the ability to help shape the continued growth of the Palliative Care service line.
Position Highlights
Full-time, permanent Palliative Care opportunity
Predictable weekday schedule
No call responsibilities
Established and expanding Palliative Care program
Primarily inpatient-focused practice
Potential for future outpatient opportunities as the program grows
Interdisciplinary, team-based care model
Strong collaboration with ICU, Oncology, Cardiology, Hospital Medicine, and other subspecialties
Opportunity to participate in program development and quality initiatives
Physician-led medical group
Leadership and professional growth opportunities
Academic and teaching opportunities available
Clinical Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive Palliative and Supportive Care for patients with serious and complex illnesses
Symptom and pain management
Goals-of-care discussions
Facilitate complex medical decision-making
Advance care planning
Patient and family education
Emotional and family support
Coordinate care with treating physicians and specialists
Help patients and families understand disease progression and treatment options
Support patients receiving curative or disease-directed treatment
Align treatment plans with individual patient values, preferences, and goals
Patient Population
Provide Palliative Care support for patients experiencing serious illnesses including:
Cancer
Congestive heart failure and other advanced cardiac conditions
COPD and advanced pulmonary disease
Kidney failure
Dementia
Parkinson's disease
ALS
Neurologic conditions
Other serious or life-limiting illnesses
Interdisciplinary Team
Work closely with a comprehensive team including:
Palliative Care physicians
Advanced Practice Providers
Nurses
Social Workers
Chaplains
Therapists
Counselors
Care Managers
Hospitalists and Intensivists
Medical and surgical specialists
Leadership & Academic Opportunities
Opportunity to help shape the continued growth of the Palliative Care program
Participate in quality-improvement initiatives
Service-line development opportunities
Potential physician leadership responsibilities
Affiliation with a regional medical school
Opportunity to teach medical students
Resident education
Supervision of postgraduate trainees
Collaboration with a Family Medicine residency program
Qualifications
MD or DO
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Completion of appropriate residency and fellowship training
Current or eligible Indiana medical license
Strong communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
Interest in complex symptom management and goals-of-care discussions
Commitment to compassionate, patient- and family-centered care
Hospital & Clinical Resources
Primary practice at a 254-bed Level III Trauma Center
Collaboration with a 434-bed Level II Trauma Center
Extensive ICU and Hospital Medicine resources
Strong Oncology and Cardiology programs
Broad medical and surgical subspecialty support
Integrated regional healthcare network
Opportunity to provide Palliative Care across multiple inpatient service lines
Established resources supporting patients with complex and serious illnesses
About Elkhart, South Bend & North Central Indiana
North Central Indiana offers an affordable lifestyle with convenient access to larger Midwest cities and extensive recreational and cultural opportunities.
Easy access to Elkhart, South Bend, Mishawaka, and surrounding communities
University and collegiate athletics nearby
Extensive lakes and outdoor recreation
Dining, performing arts, and community events
Convenient access to Lake Michigan
Within driving distance of Chicago and other major Midwest cities
Excellent opportunity for a Palliative Care physician seeking a no-call weekday schedule, meaningful patient-centered work, leadership potential, and academic involvement
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