Overview
Lee Health is seeking a Palliative Care Physician!
Lee Physician Group Palliative Care is seeking a physician with fellowship training and BE/BC in Hospice and Palliative Care Medicine to join their busy team. Currently, the team consists of 4 physicians and 13 APRNs. This exclusive physician group is team-oriented and quality-focused, and is currently seeking physicians interested in providing a mix of both inpatient and outpatient care. Candidates for this position will be bedded interested in doing coordinated care, medication & chronic symptom management, end-of-life management, and goals of care discussions.
Our outpatient care is being redesigned for full integration into some of our high-utilization clinics (specifically oncology and advanced heart failure). This is a great opportunity for someone with an interest in development, program growth and out-of-the-box thinking with a high focus on exceptional patient care to join the team and assist with this strategic redesign process.
Responsibilities
Inpatient and outpatient care – inpatient care will be provided at the hospital setting with potential SNF opportunities as well
Weekly call rotation is by phone 1:4-1:6
Benefits
Offers a competitive compensation package with salary, benefits and employee wellness opportunities
Generous paid time off to enjoy the beautiful SW Florida weather and beaches, and CME Days
Malpractice Coverage
403(b) retirement plan with match and 457(b) enhanced retirement option
Sign on bonus and relocation package
About Lee Health
Lee Health is a private, non-profit comprehensive health system right off the Gulf Coast of Florida. Four adult hospitals, Golisano Children’s Hospital, the Rehabilitation Hospital and specialty locations such as Lee Health Coconut Point that are changing the face of healthcare. In addition to the expert care provided at the Lee Health Heart Institute, Lee Health provides extensive Home Health, Skilled Nursing and Behavioral Health programs. With more than 90 practice locations, urgent care centers and facilities, Lee Health is positioned to be the healthcare provider of choice for all in Southwest Florida.
But the heart of our award-winning health system is our nearly 16,000 dedicated employees. We believe in excellence, education, safety, compassion, empathy and respect. We support and appreciate our staff, and that support extends to the families we serve.
Fort Myers
In Fort Myers, there is something for everyone. With warm weather all year round, the area has numerous outdoor activities right at your fingertips, such as boating, playing golf, fishing, enjoying the wildlife, beautiful walking & biking trails, and so much more! Fort Myers also has numerous restaurants, plenty of shopping close by in our malls and outlets, art, history and a wide variety of festivals all year round. Fort Myers International Airport is easy to get to, easy to use, and offers numerous direct flights and connections to meet all of your travel needs. Those in this area are also able to enjoy the Key West Express, which allows for a 3-hour boat ride down to Key West! Fort Myers is minutes away from Sanibel Island, Captiva, and Naples. This area is also conveniently located near three of Florida’s major cities, Orlando, Tampa and Miami.
How to Apply
Learn more about Lee Health's Palliative Care Department - https://www.leehealth.org/our-services/palliative-care
*If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please e-mail your CV to our Physician Recruitment Office at physicianrecruitment@leehealth.org*