Palliative Care Physician
About the Organization
The Southeast Permanente Medical Group (TSPMG) is one of Georgia’s largest independent, physician-owned, multi-specialty medical groups. More than 700 physicians and 300 associate practitioners collaborate in a unique integrated care model to provide high-quality care to Kaiser Permanente (KP) members. Care is delivered across 40+ specialties at 26 medical offices featuring state-of-the-art equipment, labs, imaging services, and pharmacies, along with surgical services and around-the-clock care at some of the area’s top hospitals.
About the Area
Atlanta, TSPMG’s home for over 40 years, blends Southern charm with modern art, music, and culture. The city offers a rich civil rights history, a vibrant food scene, world-class arts, and a dynamic professional landscape. Home to Fortune 500 companies, a booming tech and film industry, and a strong academic presence, Atlanta provides exceptional opportunities for growth. With a major international airport and a culture that values work-life balance, it’s an ideal location for professionals.
About the Role
This full-time Palliative Care Physician position involves a mix of inpatient and outpatient palliative medicine. Outpatient visits occur in Kaiser Permanente medical offices, while inpatient work is based at Emory St. Joseph’s or Emory Decatur hospitals. The role includes collaboration with an interdisciplinary team and participation in community presentations, KP GA presentations, and TSPMG continuing medical education activities.
Responsibilities
- Provide inpatient and outpatient palliative care.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care.
- Participate in community presentations and continuing medical education activities.
- Travel to various locations for patient care as needed.
Requirements
- MD or DO degree.
- Board Certified by the American Board of Medical Specialties or board eligible in Palliative Care Medicine.
- Willingness to travel to various locations for patient care.
Qualities of TSPMG Physicians
- Committed to providing care of the highest quality.
- Practice evidence-based medicine.
- Excellence in service and patient care.
- Honest, ethical, and demonstrate integrity in actions.
- Accountable for performance and dedicated to team success.
- Entrusted with maintaining the affordability of care.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation based on skills, qualifications, degrees, certifications, training, and market data.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical and dental insurance, pension plan, and 401(k).
- Life insurance and generous paid time off.
- Complete professional liability coverage, including tail coverage, at no cost.
- Reimbursement for board certification, continuing medical education (CME), and in-house CME opportunities.
- Additional benefits supporting work/life balance.