Program Director, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Fellowship

3 weeks ago


Philadelphia, United States Jefferson Health Full time
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Hospice and Palliative Medicine Fellowship Director to lead our ACGME-accredited fellowship program within our dynamic and dedicated team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for Palliative Care, medical education, and a strong interest in advancing academic research in the field.

Key Responsibilities:
Fellowship Program Leadership:
Oversee and direct the ACGME-accredited Hospice and Palliative Medicine Fellowship program at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Center City, Philadelphia. Develop and implement curriculum, ensuring compliance with ACGME requirements. Provide mentorship and guidance to fellows, fostering their professional growth and development.
Clinical Care:
Lead and collaborate with the interdisciplinary palliative care team to provide exemplary inpatient palliative care services. Ensure the delivery of high-quality hospice care, focusing on patient-centered, evidence-based practices. Participate in clinical care as an attending physician, providing direct patient care and consultations.
Academic Research:
Promote and facilitate academic research within the palliative care division. Encourage fellows and faculty to engage in scholarly activities, including research projects, publications, and presentations. Collaborate with other departments and institutions to advance the field of hospice and palliative medicine through innovative research.
Quality Improvement:
Lead initiatives to enhance the quality, safety, and efficiency of palliative care services. Monitor and evaluate program outcomes, implementing improvements as needed to optimize patient care and fellowship training.
Education and Training:
Organize and conduct educational activities, including lectures, workshops, and conferences for fellows and other healthcare professionals. Stay updated with the latest advancements and best practices in hospice and palliative medicine, incorporating them into the fellowship program and clinical practice.
Collaboration and Networking:
Foster collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, including other departments, institutions, and community organizations (i.e. long-term care programs, hospice programs). Represent the fellowship program and the institution at regional, national, and international meetings and conferences.

Qualifications:

Board-certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine. Eligible for medical licensure in Pennsylvania. Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in hospice and palliative care. Demonstrated leadership and administrative skills. Experience leading HPM fellowship program preferred. Recruitment experience of top physician candidates also preferred. Strong commitment to education, mentorship, and academic research. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities for professional development and continuing medical education. Supportive and collaborative work environment. Access to cutting-edge resources and technology at a leading urban quaternary care center.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV, a cover letter outlining their qualifications and interest in the position, and contact information for three professional references to John Liantonio, c/o chandler.clemens@jefferson.edu

About Jefferson

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University , home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health , nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.


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