Mercyhealth in Janesville, WI is hiring a full-time Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Palliative Care Physician for a hospital-employed, inpatient consult role within an established and growing program. You’ll join an interdisciplinary team focused on symptom management, goals-of-care discussions, and end-of-life support across specialties. Standout perks include sign-on/retention bonus options, student loan repayment/PSLF eligibility, and paid malpractice with tail coverage.
- Established, growing palliative care program
- Student loan repayment and PSLF eligibility
- Paid malpractice with tail coverage
Competitive base salary (range available upon request) Hospital-employed position Established and growing Palliative Care program Strong referral base from hospitalists, oncology, critical care, and specialty providers EPIC EMR Integrated multidisciplinary care model 501(c)(3) non-for-profit health system Opportunity to participate in program development and expansion of palliative care services Departmental Scope:
Join a collaborative interdisciplinary team, including: Palliative Care Physicians Advanced Practice Providers Palliative Care Nurses Social Workers Chaplain / Spiritual Care Case Management Practice within a hospital-based setting focused on: Inpatient palliative care consultations Symptom management and pain control Goals-of-care discussions with patients and families Advance care planning and end-of-life support Coordination of care across specialties Participation in interdisciplinary team meetings Ideal candidate will: Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills Take a compassionate, patient-centered approach Demonstrate interest in program growth and development Provide education to staff and support interdisciplinary collaboration
Qualifications
MD/DO Board Certified or Board Eligible Fellowship training in Hospice and Palliative Medicine preferred Eligible for Wisconsin medical licensure Strong commitment to high-quality, compassionate patient care Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary care team Compensation & Benefits: Mercyhealth offers a highly competitive initial salary guarantee along with a comprehensive benefits package: Salary Range: $240,000-$250,000
Retention and/or sign-on bonus
Student loan repayment assistance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
CME allowance ($3,000)
Licensure, membership, and medical association dues reimbursement
Paid malpractice coverage, including tail insurance
Relocation assistance
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage for the entire family
Day-one 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
457(f) deferred compensation plan eligibility
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks)
Paid caregiver leave (up to 1 week)
Strategic partnership with a dedicated physician liaison
Community & System Information:
About Mercyhealth System:
Regional health system with 7 hospitals and 100+ primary and specialty care centers serving more than 65 communities throughout Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin. Over 1,000 partnered providers and 8,500+ professionals dedicated to compassionate, quality care. 125+ specialty and sub-specialty services, including heart and vascular care (WATCHMAN and TAVR), neurosurgery, critical care, cancer institute services, robotic surgery, orthopedic surgery, and more. Admitting Hospital: Mercyhealth Hospital and Trauma Center-Janesville is a Level III Trauma Center serving Southern Wisconsin, offering advanced surgical services, heart and vascular care, comprehensive cancer services, and modern specialty support. Conveniently located off Interstate 90. About Janesville:
Janesville is a mid-sized, family-oriented community offering an exceptional quality of life. Known as "Wisconsin's Park Place," Janesville features: • Over 2,500 acres of parkland • 20 acres of botanical gardens • Strong arts and cultural presence • Historic architecture and community pride Janesville offers an outstanding balance of professional opportunity and lifestyle. Contact:
Winny Elizabeth Sadana, MBA, MA, CPRP Physician Recruiter, Provider Recruitment & Retention Mercyhealth - Serving Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin 779-2028-5752 egulatory requirements, including HIPAA.