Palliative Care Physician
Organization: Avita Health System
Location: Bucyrus / Galion / Ontario, OH
Job Type: Full-Time Exempt
About Avita Health System At Avita Health System, we are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the communities we serve. As a locally governed, non-profit health system serving North Central Ohio, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality, patient-centered care close to home. Our compassionate team fosters a supportive environment where medical professionals can thrive while making a meaningful impact on patients and their families.
Position Summary We are seeking a compassionate, skilled Palliative Care Physician to join our growing multi-disciplinary team. In this role, you will provide specialized medical care for patients facing serious illnesses, focusing on relief from symptoms, pain, and stress. Working collaboratively with primary care providers, specialists, nurses, social workers, and chaplains, you will help patients and their families navigate complex medical decisions and improve their overall quality of life.
Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive inpatient and/or outpatient palliative care consultations.
Manage complex pain and non-pain symptoms associated with advanced or chronic medical conditions.
Facilitate goals-of-care conversations, advance care planning, and family meetings.