Board Certified Palliative Physician - Seattle

Palliative Care Physician

Company: Supportive Care Services
Location: Seattle, WA

About Us

At Supportive Care Services, we are dedicated to providing exceptional, compassionate care to individuals living with serious or life-limiting illness. Founded in San Diego, we are expanding our reach to serve more communities across the West Coast — now including Seattle, Washington.

Our focus is on palliative care in Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) and acute hospital settings, enhancing patients’ quality of life through a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach. We prioritize clinical excellence and a physician-friendly practice environment, allowing you to focus on meaningful patient care — not paperwork.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Palliative Care Physician to join our expanding Seattle team. This position offers autonomy, flexibility, and strong clinical support within a collaborative environment.

You’ll lead daily rounds at your own pace alongside a dedicated Nurse Practitioner, providing holistic, patient-centered care across LTAC and acute care facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver expert clinical leadership and palliative care in LTAC and acute care settings
• Manage complex symptoms and collaborate with an NP to optimize treatment plans
• Develop and oversee individualized, proactive care plans
• Conduct daily patient rounds with NP assistance for documentation and coordination
• Partner with specialists and primary care teams to align treatment goals
• Guide patients and families through advanced care planning and decision-making
• Ensure smooth transitions of care, especially during hospital discharges
• Accurately document care in the electronic health record (EHR) system

Qualifications

• M.D. or D.O. from an accredited medical school
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Palliative Care
• Active medical license in Washington, or eligibility to obtain one
• Current DEA license
• Experience in LTAC or acute care settings preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Deep commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care

Why Join Us?

• Autonomy & Flexibility: Set your own schedule and manage your practice at your own pace
• Team-Based Support: Collaborate closely with a dedicated NP and benefit from full administrative assistance
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a flexible environment designed for sustainable clinical practice
• Collaborative Culture: Join a multidisciplinary team delivering meaningful, high-impact care
• Career Growth: Access ongoing education, mentorship, and palliative care training
• Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary with a comprehensive health and retirement benefits package

What We Offer

• Flexible scheduling to fit your practice style
• NP partnership for improved efficiency and coordination
• Strong administrative infrastructure to reduce non-clinical workload
• Continued professional development and advancement opportunities
• Generous compensation and full benefits

How to Apply

If you’re a compassionate physician looking to make a meaningful difference in palliative care, we’d love to connect with you.

Please apply via Indeed and send us a brief message confirming your interest.
Thank you for considering a career with Supportive Care Services — where compassion, excellence, and purpose come together.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $250,000.00 - $340,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Experience:

• Hospice & palliative medicine: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• DEA License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person