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City/State: Saint Louis, Missouri

Categories: Physicians and Housestaff

Job Status: Full-Time

Req ID : 108187

Pay Range: - / year (Salary or hourly rate is based on job qualifications and relevant work experience)

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Hospice & Palliative Care Physician Opportunity, St. Louis, Missouri | Missouri Baptist Medical Center

Hospice & Palliative Care Physician Job | BJC HealthCare

Missouri Baptist Medical Center, a nationally recognized community hospital and member of BJC HealthCare , is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Hospice & Palliative Care Physician to join an established inpatient palliative care program in St. Louis, Missouri .

This opportunity is ideal for a physician who is passionate about palliative medicine, hospice care, resident education, and interdisciplinary collaboration . Candidates will have the opportunity to actively teach Internal Medicine residents, lead complex goals-of-care discussions, and help advance the future of Hospice & Palliative Care services within one of the Midwest's premier healthcare systems.

This position is available due to a planned physician retirement, providing the rare opportunity to step into a well-established practice with strong referral patterns, exceptional continuity, and immediate impact.

Practice Highlights

+ Established inpatient palliative care program serving a diverse patient population

+ Direct teaching, mentorship, and supervision of Internal Medicine residents

+ Collaborative interdisciplinary team including experienced APPs, social workers, and chaplaincy professionals

+ Strong partnership with BJC Hospice to ensure seamless transitions and continuity of care

+ Access to division-wide educational resources, multidisciplinary case conferences, and physician mentorship

+ Opportunities for curriculum development, resident education, and APP training

+ Leadership involvement in quality improvement and program development initiatives

+ Supportive physician culture with engaged and accessible leadership

+ Resources and stability of one of the Midwest's largest integrated healthcare systems

Why Join This Hospice & Palliative Care Team?

This physician opportunity offers the ability to practice within a highly respected palliative medicine program while making a meaningful impact on patients, families, trainees, and the broader healthcare community.

Physician-Focused Environment

+ Emphasis on compassionate, patient-centered care

+ Collaborative interdisciplinary approach to complex symptom management and serious illness care

+ Strong support from nursing, social work, spiritual care, and administrative teams

+ Opportunities to influence the continued growth of palliative care services

+ Meaningful academic involvement without the demands of a traditional university setting

+ Professional development and long-term career advancement opportunities within BJC HealthCare

Ideal Candidate

Qualified candidates will possess:

+ Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Hospice & Palliative Medicine

+ Eligibility for Missouri medical licensure

+ Passion for physician education, resident mentorship, and clinical teaching

+ Experience or interest in supervising and evaluating trainees

+ Excellent communication skills and emotional intelligence

+ Commitment to high-quality, compassionate end-of-life and serious illness care

+ Interest in leadership, interdisciplinary collaboration, and program development

Academic and Teaching Opportunities

Physicians joining this program will play an integral role in educating the next generation of physicians through:

+ Resident teaching and bedside education

+ Clinical supervision and mentorship

+ Goals-of-care and communication training

+ Participation in educational conferences and case reviews

+ Development of palliative care curriculum and learning initiatives

This role is particularly attractive to physicians seeking a balance of clinical practice, medical education, and leadership opportunities .

Why Missouri Baptist Medical Center?

Located in West St. Louis County , Missouri Baptist Medical Center is consistently recognized as one of the top hospitals in the St. Louis region. As part of BJC HealthCare , physicians benefit from the resources, innovation, and stability of a large integrated health system while enjoying the collegial culture of a respected community hospital.

Benefits of Practicing at Missouri Baptist Medical Center

+ Highly collaborative physician environment

+ Well-established referral network

+ Strong institutional commitment to palliative medicine

+ Access to advanced specialty services and multidisciplinary expertise

+ Robust clinical, operational, and educational support

+ Opportunities for leadership and professional growth

Living and Working in St. Louis, Missouri

St. Louis offers physicians an outstanding combination of professional opportunity, affordability, and quality of life.

Why Physicians Choose St. Louis

+ Nationally recognized healthcare and academic medical community

+ Affordable cost of living compared to other major metropolitan areas

+ Diverse neighborhoods and excellent housing options

+ Top-rated public and private schools

+ World-class dining, arts, entertainment, and cultural attractions

+ Professional sports teams and outdoor recreation

+ Convenient transportation and short commute times

+ Family-friendly communities throughout the metropolitan region

Whether you're seeking a rewarding Hospice & Palliative Care Physician Job in St. Louis , an opportunity to teach and mentor residents, or a chance to build a long-term career within a leading healthcare system, Missouri Baptist Medical Center offers an exceptional platform for success.

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To learn more about this Hospice & Palliative Care Physician opportunity in St. Louis, Missouri , apply directly or contact:

Carly Soults

Physician Talent Advisor

carly.soults@bjc.org

_Join a team where compassionate care, physician education, and professional growth come together to make a lasting impact on patients and families throughout the region._

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