Physician - Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Indiana University Health Medical Group South Region is seeking a compassionate and collaborative Hospice and Palliative Medicine Physician to join our established interdisciplinary palliative care team in Bloomington, Indiana. This position offers the opportunity to practice within a highly supportive team environment while serving patients throughout south-central Indiana. The primary focus will be inpatient palliative care at IU Health Bloomington Hospital, with opportunities to participate in a growing outpatient and virtual palliative care program. Bloomington serves as a vibrant regional healthcare hub, offering the benefits of a Big Ten university community, cultural amenities, and abundant outdoor recreation. 
Position Details:
* Primary practice location at IU Health Bloomington Hospital with limited outpatient clinic responsibilities
* Approximately 95% inpatient and 5% outpatient practice opportunity
* Provide inpatient palliative care consultations, follow-up care, symptom management, and goals-of-care discussions for adults with serious illness
* Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team including physicians, nurse practitioners, nursing support, and social work professionals
* Opportunity to support a growing outpatient and virtual palliative care program serving regional and critical access hospitals
* Participate in shared physician call coverage, primarily weekdays from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
* Teaching opportunities available through the Indiana University School of Medicine, including medical students and residents
* Additional opportunities available in program development, operational planning, committee participation, and quality initiatives based on individual interests
Qualifications:
* MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
* Hospice and Palliative Medicine fellowship training required
* Board Certified or Board Eligible in Hospice and Palliative Medicine
* Eligible for Indiana medical licensure
* Open to experienced physicians, fellows, and graduating trainees
* Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills
Benefit Details:
* Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, life, and disability insurance
* 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
* Occurrence-based malpractice insurance coverage
* CME allowance and professional development support
* Relocation assistance available
* Generous paid time off package including six weeks of vacation and major holidays
* Quality incentive opportunities

See how you can thrive, right here at Indiana University Health

Bloomington, Indiana is a progressive college town with the perfect blend of charm and culture. Residents enjoy the city's dynamic energy, spectacular scenery, outdoor adventure, and world-class educational opportunities.

• Ranked by Niche in 2023 as one of the best counties to live in America (amongst the best counties in the U.S. for families and young professionals, and as the best county in the state for outdoor activities)
• Vibrant downtown: arts, theaters, museums, and a thriving music scene
• Close proximity to top-ranked Indianapolis International Airport, voted "Best Airport in North America" twelve consecutive years
• Home of Big Ten conference member Indiana University, as well as highly-rated schools (ranked by Niche as the number two Indiana county for public schools in 2023)
• Lively nightlife, award-winning wineries and distilleries, shopping, and unique dining (including global cuisine)
• Home to Indiana's only national forest, the largest state park in Indiana (Brown County State Park) and Lake Monroe
• Active lifestyle, including an urban biking trail, camping, caverns, boating, hiking, golfing, fishing, horseback riding, and skiing
• 45 minutes to Indianapolis and 90 minutes to Louisville