Palliative Medicine and Supportive Care Physician

Position: Palliative Medicine and Supportive Care Physician

Department: Medicine: Medicine - General Internal Medicine

Institution: Tulane University: Health Sciences: School of Medicine: Clinical Science

Location: New Orleans, Louisiana

Salary Range: $261,935 to $308,801

Key Responsibilities

Tulane University School of Medicine, Section of General Internal Medicine is seeking a Palliative Care physician to join our rapidly growing academic Palliative Medicine & Supportive Care program. The physician will provide high quality, compassionate patient care on our inpatient palliative medicine consult service and in the outpatient setting. The physician will also supervise and teach fellows, residents, and medical students and work within an interdisciplinary team. The Department is heavily involved in Diversity/Equity/Inclusion Councils and Committees, Quality huddles, Cancer Center expansion, and Wellness activities including Schwartz Rounds and Death Café. Candidates from underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply. Candidates with past efforts, as well as future plans, to advance equity, diversity and inclusion for patients, families and colleagues will be considered highly.

J1 and H1B visa applicants encouraged to apply.

Tulane physicians enjoy competitive salaries and benefits package including:

• Tuition waiver for self and dependents at Tulane University for full-time physicians
• Paid malpractice insurance
• Relocation assistance
• CME allowance
• Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance
• 403b, 457, and life insurance coverage options

Qualifications

• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Hospice and Palliative Medicine.
• Eligible for medical license in the state of Louisiana as well as CDS and DEA required.
• MD/DO degree from an accredited program.
• Ability to work as part of a professional team and to collaborate effectively with individuals within the University as well as with hospital employees.
• Skill in the understanding of, and sensitivity to, persons of all social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds.

Application Process
Please send your CV and information to Gabe Cruz at gabriel.cruz@kornferry.com

About Tulane

Tulane is home to an extraordinary and transformative community. We foster exploration and innovation, embrace our differences and build meaningful lives. Our collective character and appreciation for finding our own path unites us, defines our sense of community, and creates uncommon results for our region and the world.

As the largest private employer in New Orleans, with 4600+ full-time personnel, Tulanians lead with confidence, humility — and spirit.

With 175 years of experience in medical education, Tulane is fully accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education.

Please note that Tulane University has adopted a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. All employees and visiting faculty must be fully vaccinated or obtain approval for a medical or religious exemption prior to beginning employment.

Commitment to Diversity

Tulane University is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We strongly encourage applications from candidates belonging to historically underrepresented groups, including BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color), women, LGBTQ+, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. We value candidates who have demonstrated efforts to advance equity, diversity, and inclusion within healthcare settings.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Tulane University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution committed to creating a community that fosters a sense of belonging for all. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, or any other status protected by law.