Palliative Care Physician

Pioneering healthcare since 1896, Salem Health is a top workplace offering market-leading pay where you can make a difference in the lives of those in the community where you live. Through incorporation of Lean driven principles, staff are able to effect change in the organization to solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.

As an employer of choice, we are devoted to assuring that we provide a safe, healthy, and patient-centric workplace, while keeping staff wellbeing and satisfaction top of mind. We invite you to learn more about our wonderful community: There's something about Salem, Oregon!

Your Role With Us:

Salem Hospital is currently seeking a Palliative Care physician to join our Palliative Care team. Our Palliative Care program has a collaborative interdisciplinary team, who have developed and fostered strong relationships and support throughout the organization. The team is comprised of physicians, Social Workers, RN, support staff, with access to Chaplains and an Ethicist. As a Palliative Care physician at Salem Health your schedule will consist of four 10-hour workdays, totaling 184 annual shifts.

Background/Expertise:

Education:

• Graduated from an approved school of medicine.
• Two years of relevant clinical management with prescribing experience required.
• Fellowship training or 2-3 years of experience in palliative care preferred,
• MD/DO in a primary medical field appropriate to ABHPM standards and 5 or more years of experience in a clinical specialty.

Licenses/ Certification/ Registration:

• Current unrestricted license as a physician in the State of Oregon.
• Current, valid and unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration certification
• Maintains active clinical privileges as delineated by the Medical Executive Committee.
• Current board certification in medical or surgical specialty and American Board of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (ABHPM); or completion of Palliative Medicine Fellowship and ABHPM certification or board eligible and achieve board certification within 5 years of employment start date.

Special knowledge, skills, & abilities:

• Knowledge of Lean methodology highly preferred.

Total Rewards Offerings:

• Highly competitive, market-leading base salary
• Generous hiring incentives including start bonus, education assistance and relocation
• CME annual stipend
• Comprehensive benefits
• Retirement plan with employer contributions
• Public service loan forgiveness eligible employer

Why Salem Health?

Recognized as a Top Workplace in Oregon and honored multiple times by the community, Salem Health fosters a supportive and rewarding work environment.

Welcome to Salem, Oregon!

Offering a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural richness, Salem is a wonderful area to call home. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, enjoy the breathtaking scenery of lush vineyards and picturesque landscapes, creating an ideal environment for all outdoor enthusiasts. Our vibrant community fosters a welcoming atmosphere, with diverse cultural events, local festivals and a thriving arts scene, ensuring there's always something exciting to explore. Additionally, Salem's strategic location provides easy access to the culture of Portland, the stunning Oregon coast and the majestic Cascade Mountains, offering a myriad of recreational opportunities year-round.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact physician.recruitment@salemhealth.org