Director of Palliative Care - Baylor Scott & WhiteMedical Center - McKinney

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promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and

communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit

healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

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We serve faithfully

by doing what's right with a joyful heart.

We

never settle by constantly striving for better.

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another and those we serve.

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Benefits

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help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For

full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott

& White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may

include :

Eligibility on day 1 for

all benefits

Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match,

up to 5%

Debt-free tuition assistance,

offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates

and more

Immediate access to time off

benefits

At Baylor Scott &

White Health, your well-being is our top priority.

Note : Benefits may vary based on position type

and / or level

Job Summary

Looking for an experienced

medical director to lead our palliative care practice at Baylor

Scott & White Medical Center – McKinney. The medical director

will manage the day-to-day operations of the group, including

staffing, schedule oversight, and quality initiatives, while also

collaborating with the hospital departments and leadership. The

medical director will enjoy the well-established practice and

supportive hospital leadership.

The Physician

HTPN examines and treats patients with various conditions. They

take patient histories, request tests, make diagnoses, and

prescribe treatments. They administer vaccinations, perform

follow-up exams, and educate patients on disease prevention and

health maintenance. The Physician HTPN supervises the clinical

activities of allied health and advanced practice professionals.

Essential Functions of the Role

Chair the Hospital

Palliative Care Committee.

Serve as Hospital

lead for Palliative Care Consultation Services

Develop, review, maintain and execute ongoing

multi-year Strategic Plans for Clinical Ethics and Palliative Care

(CE&PC) delivery at the Hospital;

Serve

as working member of BHCS System Ethics and Palliative Care Council

(SEPCC).

Develop and execute programs for

training of physician and non-physician staff to deliver CE&PC

services both on inpatient and outpatient basis.

Provide leadership for the physicians and

staff to enhance clinical expertise in the care of patients

suffering with pain and other symptoms associated with the

treatments of advanced life-limiting

disease.

Supervise the clinical

activities of a care team that may consist of other providers, and

allied health professionals.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people

should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce

should be reflective of the communities we serve.

QUALIFICATIONS

Doctor of Medicine or

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Required.

Board Certified in Internal Medicine

3-5 years

of experience in practice or clinical management

Strong communication and collaborative skills

are essential for effectively working with physicians, nurses, and

other healthcare professionals