UCSF Fresno & Inspire Health - Hospice & Palliative Medicine Faculty Position

About the role

The UCSF Fresno Medical Education Program and Central California Faculty Medical Group (CCFMG), dba Inspire Health are seeking a physician to join the teaching faculty. The position will be responsible for the provision of Palliative Care Consultations within Community Medical Center (CMC) and providing expertise for the academic and clinical functions of an active and growing Palliative Care Fellowship training service. The program includes both inpatient and outpatient components within the division of Palliative Medicine working in collaboration with the thriving regional hospital. We have an embedded outpatient clinic within our Cancer Center where we provide continuity of care to our patients with cancer.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate must be board certified in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine and board certified/eligible in Hospice and Palliative Medicine. California licensed or eligible to obtain a California license. This position provides opportunities for teaching, clinical research and community practice in Palliative Care. Medical Administrative and educational leadership opportunities are available. Experience in Palliative inpatient and outpatient care settings is preferred.

Requirements

The position requires a strong commitment to teaching, clinical care, and research in palliative care. Candidates must be board certified in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine and board certified/eligible in Hospice and Palliative Medicine. California licensed or eligible to obtain a California license.

Qualifications

The successful candidate must meet all of the qualifications at the time of appointment. These include a strong commitment to teaching, clinical care, and research in palliative care, board certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine and board certification/eligibility in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, and California licensure or eligibility to obtain a California license.

Skills

Experience in Palliative inpatient and outpatient care settings is preferred. The ability to teach, conduct clinical research, and provide community-based care is essential.

Benefits

The program is based in Fresno, California, where residents enjoy a high standard of living combined with a low cost of living. The result is a quality of life uniquely Californian, yet surprisingly affordable. Limitless recreational opportunities and spectacular scenery are all accessible in a community with abundant affordable housing.

Pay

$245,000 - $270,000 per year, commensurate with qualifications.

Schedule

The schedule is flexible and will be determined based on the needs of the program and the individual's qualifications.