Job Information
WellSpan Health Palliative Care Consulting Physician in York, Pennsylvania
Supported. Rewarded. Investing in You.
Palliative Care Physician
York, PA
Per Diem (0.001 FTE)
Why you'll Love this Opportunity:
Inpatient consultative palliative care for adult patients
Daytime-only schedule: 7:30 AM-5:30 PM; Flexible PRN commitment: 4-6 shifts/month (minimum 2)
No call, no nights, no weekends, and no outpatient responsibilities
Focus on high-impact, patient-centered care
Care for seriously ill patients in ICU, oncology, and med-surg units
Emphasis on goals-of-care conversations and expert symptom management
Manageable volume: up to 4 new consults and 7 patient visits per day
Qualifications:
MD or DO; preference for 4+ years of hospice or palliative care experience
Strong inpatient experience
Passion for compassionate, high-quality end-of-life care
What Sets Us Apart:
Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group recently recognized WellSpan as one of America's Greatest Workplaces in Health Care for 2025 - a distinction WellSpan has been honored with for the third year in a row!
WellSpan Health has once again been recognized by the American Medical Association (AMA) as a Joy in Medicine™ organization for its efforts to promote the wellbeing of its team members through targeted initiatives and programs that reduce burnout and stressors in the workplace
WellSpan Well-being : We focus on promoting overall health and wellness. Our initiatives and activities provide resources and support to help individuals improve their physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Confidentially Connect with Our Recruiter:
Elyse Chadderdon
echadderdon@wellspan.org
570-590-1774
www.joinwellspan.org (https://app.writer.com/organization/587209/team/594106/chat-app/b40099de-6615-4d22-9e4d-e4179bdafbad/session/www.joinwellspan.org)
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) Required or
Doctor of Medicine (MD) Required
Licenses:
Licensed Medical Physician and Surgeon Upon Hire Required or
Licensed Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Upon Hire Required
Courses and Training:
Diplomate of the American Board of Family Practice or Internal Medicine or the American Osteopathic Board of Family Practice or Internal Medicine. Upon Hire Required and
Hospice and Palliative Care Certification through the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) or if a DO, through the Osteopathic Board process. Upon Hire Required and
Completion of a Family Practice or Internal Medicine residency. Upon Hire Required and
Must qualify and be a member of the Medical Staff of the Hospital. Upon Hire Required and
Harvard Palliative Care Training. Upon Hire Required and
Proof of Added Competency in Palliative Care (e.g., Decisions Near the End of Life Faculty, EPEC faculty, CMEs related to Palliative Care/End of Life Care, other). Upon Hire Required
Minimum of 15 CME/1 year in Palliative Care. Upon Hire Required
Quality of Life
Founded in 1741, the city of York is considered by many as the first capital of the United States. The Articles of Confederation were signed by the Second Continental Congress here in 1777. Its beautifully restored historic district is an architectural treasure. While York retains its farming and manufacturing heritage, at its heart York is a thriving cultural community that has attracted creative talent and innovative entrepreneurial investors from across the nation.
Life in York County offers affordable housing, options for higher education, a thriving arts and cultural community, historical attractions, parks and recreational resources, semi-professional baseball team, fine dining and more - within an easy drive of major East Coast cities.
York County residents can find local employment in healthcare, manufacturing, technology, agricultural and service sectors. (Patient population: 445,000)
WellSpan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and intention of the System to maintain consistent and equal treatment toward applicants and employees of all job classifications without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.