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Palliative Care/Hospice Physician - Full Time
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Location

United States

Type

full-time

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About this role

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason – to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between – we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. 
 
If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.

In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location:

Lourdes Health System - 1600 Haddon Ave

Remote Type:

On-Site

Employment Type:

Employee

Employment Classification:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Work Shift:

1st Shift (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours:

40

Additional Locations:

Job Information:

Make a Meaningful Impact Every Day — Join Virtua Health’s Palliative Care & Hospice Team

Location: Burlington County, New Jersey
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Call & Weekend Rotation

Are you a compassionate physician dedicated to providing exceptional care to patients and families during life’s most critical moments? Virtua Health invites you to join our expanding Palliative Care & Hospice team, where your expertise will directly enhance the quality of life for our diverse community.

About the Role:
This position primarily focuses on outpatient and home-based palliative care, with occasional inpatient consults to ensure seamless, continuous support. You’ll work alongside a collaborative team of physicians and advanced practice providers committed to compassionate, patient-centered care.

What You’ll Do:

  • Provide expert palliative and hospice care across home, clinic, and community settings
  • Collaborate closely with a dedicated multidisciplinary team
  • Participate in call and weekend rotations to support patient needs
  • Offer continuity, comfort, and guidance to patients and their families
  • Contribute to the growth and development of a service transforming lives

What We Offer:

  • Competitive compensation
  • Loan forgiveness programs
  • Paid malpractice coverage
  • Paid vacation time
  • CME stipend and professional development support

Our Culture:
At Virtua Medical Group, we foster a culture of respect, collaboration, and continual learning. Our warm, patient-centered approach is guided by clearly defined values embraced across our entire organization—day in and day out.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Board certified or eligible in Hospice & Palliative Medicine
  • Passionate about community-based, patient-focused care
  • Skilled at building trusting relationships with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams
  • Motivated to grow professionally within a collaborative, innovative healthcare system

Compensation:

The starting salary for this position is: $275,000.00 (annually).
The actual compensation package could vary based on factors such as, but not limited to, the applicant’s experience, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Interested in joining our team?
Submit your CV through this posting or email it directly to [email protected].

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

For more benefits information click here.

Other facts

Tech stack
Palliative Care,Hospice Care,Patient-Centered Care,Collaboration,Compassion,Community-Based Care,Interdisciplinary Teamwork,Communication,Trust Building,Professional Growth,Continuity of Care,Guidance,Support,Consultation,Expertise

About Virtua Health

Virtua is South Jersey’s largest health system, committed to the mission of helping people be well, get well, and stay well and averaging more than one million patient encounters each year.

Virtua’s 14,000-plus employees provide comprehensive care at five hospitals and nearly 300 other locations, in addition to bringing health services directly into communities through home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, and its paramedic program.

Virtua has more than 2,850 affiliated doctors and other clinicians, and its specialties include cardiology, orthopedics, advanced surgery, and maternity. Virtua is affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neuroscience, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

As a not-for-profit, Virtua is committed to the well-being of the community and provides innovative outreach programs that address social challenges affecting health, from addiction and other behavioral issues to lack of nutritious food and stable housing.

A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, Virtua has received many awards for quality, safety, and its outstanding work environment.

For more information, visit virtua.org. To help Virtua make a difference, visit foundation.virtua.org.

Connect with Virtua on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @VirtuaHealth.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
LinkedIn: Visit
Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
Founding Year: 1999

What you'll do

  • The physician will provide expert palliative and hospice care across home, clinic, and community settings while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. They will also participate in call and weekend rotations to support patient needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Palliative Care/Hospice Physician - Full Time do at Virtua Health?

As a Palliative Care/Hospice Physician - Full Time at Virtua Health, you will: the physician will provide expert palliative and hospice care across home, clinic, and community settings while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. They will also participate in call and weekend rotations to support patient needs..

Why join Virtua Health as a Palliative Care/Hospice Physician - Full Time?

Virtua Health is a leading Hospitals and Health Care company.

Is the Palliative Care/Hospice Physician - Full Time position at Virtua Health remote?

The Palliative Care/Hospice Physician - Full Time position at Virtua Health is based in United States, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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