Pallative Care Physician

Position Title: Palliative Care Physician
Department: Department of Internal Medicine 

About Acclaim Multi-Specialty Group: 
Acclaim Multi-Specialty Group (Acclaim) is a multi-specialty medical group practice comprised of over 500 physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants who partner with JPS Health Network (JPS). Acclaim supports JPS’s mission of transforming healthcare delivery for the communities we serve. From primary care to pediatrics to a full range of specialties, Acclaim’s goal is to provide high-quality, compassionate care for every patient, every time. 
JPS Health Network has been serving the residents of Tarrant County for over 100 years, covering a population of 3.5+ million. As the county health network and Level-1 Trauma Center, JPS is also an urban teaching hospital with a long history of training physicians and medical students. JPS offers 18 residency and fellowship programs, including the largest family medicine residency in the nation. 

Job Summary: 
The Department of Internal Medicine is currently seeking a Palliative Care provider to join our team. The Department of Internal Medicine provides specialty services across the continuum of care at JPS. We currently 
have over 100 providers who work in a variety of different locations including the Main Hospital, Ambulatory Surgery Center, and our Community Medicine Clinics. Our specialties include; Cardiology, Neurology, Gastroenterology, Nephrology, Pulmonology, Critical Care, Endocrinology, Infectious Disease, Dermatology and Rheumatology. 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 
Provide comprehensive palliative care consultations for patients with serious, chronic, progressive, or life-limiting illnesses in inpatient and outpatient settings. 
Assess and manage complex physical symptoms, including pain, dyspnea, nausea, fatigue, anxiety, depression, and other distressing conditions.  
Develop individualized care plans focused on improving quality of life and aligning treatment with patient goals and values.  

Lead and facilitate goals-of-care discussions, advance care planning, and end-of-life decision-making conversations with patients and families.  
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including nursing, social work, chaplaincy, case management, rehabilitation services, and specialty physicians to coordinate patient-centered care.  
Provide expert guidance regarding prognosis, treatment options, and transitions of care.  
Participate in family meetings to support shared decision-making and address psychosocial, emotional, cultural, and spiritual concerns.  
Coordinate care across healthcare settings to ensure continuity and appropriate resource utilization.  
Complete and maintain accurate, timely, and compliant medical documentation in the electronic health record.  
Educate patients, families, healthcare professionals, residents, and medical students regarding palliative care principles and best practices.  
Consult with attending physicians and specialists regarding symptom management and complex care planning.  
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, program development, and performance measurement activities related to palliative care services.  
Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards.  
Provide on-call coverage and consultation services as assigned.  
Support hospice referrals and collaborate with hospice agencies when appropriate.  
Maintain current knowledge of evidence-based palliative medicine practices and participate in continuing medical education activities. 

Required Qualifications: 
Education:  
Current Medical Doctor (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) degree from an accredited school of medicine.  
Residency and/or Fellowship training within Palliative Care 

Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training: 
Current, unrestricted medical license to practice in the State of Texas 
Board Certification or Board Eligible.

Benefits: 
Competitive salary 
Allowed Paid Time Off (ATO) 
CME/Professional Expense Allowance 
Relocation assistance 
Malpractice insurance provided 
Health, vision, and dental insurance options 
Retirement options 

Acclaim Health is a leading healthcare provider serving the Fort Worth community with a comprehensive range of medical services. As the clinical practice group affiliated with JPS Health Network, Acclaim Health is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across a variety of specialties. Our services include primary care, family medicine, pediatrics, women’s health, behavioral health, and specialty care, as well as advanced hospital and outpatient services. With a focus on innovation, compassion, and accessibility, Acclaim Health strives to improve the health and well-being of every patient we serve.

At Acclaim Health, we are proud to provide exceptional service, to our community as a large multi-specialty physician group, we combine the expertise of over 500 providers across a wide range of specialties with the resources of JPS Health Network serving Tarrant County, Texas.

Our commitment is to deliver the highest quality care with compassion, innovation and collaboration. Whether you need preventative care management of chronic conditions or specialized treatments our team is here to support your health journey every step of the way.

Why choose Acclaim Health?

• Comprehensive Care: Access a wide range of services for primary care to specialized treatments all in one network
• Expert physicians: Our highly skilled doctors bring a wealth of expertise and dedication to patient care
• Convenience: Multiple clinic locations and integrated care with JPS community health clinics provide seamless referrals and continuity in care.
• Personalized treatment: We take the time to understand your unique healthcare needs and design care plans tailored to your health care goals.

For more information, visit www.acclaimhealth.org