Description

Hospice & Palliative Medicine Opportunity in Wilmington, North Carolina

If you're seeking a meaningful Hospice & Palliative Medicine role that offers clinical variety, autonomy, and flexibility, this opportunity deserves a closer look. You'll practice across multiple care settings while working alongside an experienced interdisciplinary team focused on delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. With a schedule that emphasizes remote patient management, a light call burden, and strong support resources, this position offers an excellent balance between professional fulfillment and personal well-being.

Practice Overview

• Provide care across hospice home care, an inpatient hospice care center, and an outpatient palliative care clinic
• Join a well-established interdisciplinary team with physician, nurse practitioner, nursing, and support staff collaboration
• Manage a daily hospice census of approximately 80-100 patients remotely, providing oversight and guidance to the care team
• Conduct home visits as clinically appropriate
• Spend one day per week in the inpatient hospice care center, rounding on approximately 8-10 patients
• Participate in outpatient palliative care clinic sessions, seeing approximately 6-8 patients during dedicated clinic days

Schedule

• Monday-Friday schedule, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
• Hybrid model with approximately 3 remote days and 2 on-site days each week
• On-site responsibilities include outpatient clinic and inpatient hospice care center coverage
• Light call schedule averaging approximately 3 days per month
• Weekend inpatient coverage every 6-8 weeks with additional compensation provided

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary ranging from $225,000-$265,000, based on experience
• $30,000 sign-on bonus plus relocation assistance
• 35 paid days off annually, including holidays, plus a dedicated wellness day
• CME allowance of $3,500 with 3-5 days of CME time, retirement plans with employer match, malpractice coverage, and comprehensive health benefits

Candidate Requirements

• Board Certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine required
• Open to both experienced physicians and fellowship-trained new graduates
• Interest in interdisciplinary, patient-centered care is essential
• Passion for teaching and mentorship is highly valued as educational programs continue to expand

Community & Location Highlights

• Live and work in a coastal North Carolina community known for its beaches and outdoor recreation
• Enjoy boating, fishing, golf, waterfront dining, and year-round mild weather
• Access to highly rated schools, family-friendly neighborhoods, and a range of housing options
• Convenient regional airport access and a cost of living that compares favorably with many larger coastal markets

Let's talk about how this opportunity can help you achieve your professional and personal goals.