Hospice & Palliative Care Physician VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System | Las Vegas, Nevada
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VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System | Las Vegas, Nevada
Compassion. Purpose. Service.
Are you a physician who believes exceptional care extends beyond treatment to comfort, dignity, and quality of life? The VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System is seeking a Hospice & Palliative Care Physician to join a dedicated team committed to providing comprehensive, patient-centered care for America's Veterans.
This is an opportunity to practice meaningful medicine while helping Veterans and their families navigate serious illness with compassion, expertise, and support.
Why Join VA Southern Nevada?
Make a Lasting Difference
Provide specialized care that improves comfort, quality of life, and symptom management for Veterans facing complex and serious illnesses.
Patient-Centered Practice
Build meaningful relationships with patients and families while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams dedicated to whole-person care.
Mission-Driven Work
Serve those who served our nation and deliver care that reflects the values of dignity, respect, and compassion.
Collaborative Environment
Work alongside highly skilled physicians, nurse practitioners, social workers, chaplains, and other healthcare professionals committed to excellence in palliative medicine.
Position Highlights
As a Hospice & Palliative Care Physician, You Will:
Provide inpatient and outpatient palliative care consultations
Manage complex symptoms and serious illness care planning
Lead goals-of-care and advance care planning discussions
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care
Educate patients, families, healthcare professionals, residents, and trainees
Support hospice transitions and end-of-life care when appropriate
Participate in quality improvement and program development initiatives
Help shape the future of palliative care services for Veterans
What We Offer
Competitive Compensation
Market-based physician salary
Annual performance incentives
Regular salary increases
Student Loan Assistance
Potential eligibility for the VA Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP)
Significant student loan repayment opportunities for qualifying physicians
Outstanding Federal Benefits
Time Off
Up to 50-55 days off annually
Vacation leave
Sick leave
Federal holidays
CME leave opportunities
Retirement
Traditional federal pension
Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with government contributions
Long-term retirement security
Additional Benefits
Federal health, dental, and vision insurance
Malpractice coverage provided by the federal government
CME reimbursement opportunities
Life insurance options
No physician employment contract
Excellent work-life balance
Qualifications
Required
MD or DO degree
Unrestricted medical license in any U.S. state or territory
Board Certification or Board Eligibility in a relevant specialty
Experience or fellowship training in Hospice and Palliative Medicine preferred
Commitment to Veteran-centered care
Why Las Vegas?
Las Vegas offers an exceptional quality of life with more than 300 days of sunshine annually. Enjoy:
Year-round outdoor activities
Red Rock Canyon, Lake Mead, and nearby national parks
Championship golf courses
Professional sports
World-class dining and entertainment
No state income tax
Easy access to major West Coast destinations
Whether you prefer mountain trails, vibrant city life, or family-friendly communities, Southern Nevada offers something for everyone.
A Career with Purpose
At the VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System, you'll find more than a job. You'll find a mission.
Join a team dedicated to improving the lives of Veterans through compassionate, comprehensive hospice and palliative care while enjoying a rewarding career and exceptional benefits.
Hospice & Palliative Care Physician
VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System Las Vegas, Nevada
Deliver Comfort. Provide Compassion. Honor Service.
Apply today and help redefine what exceptional end-of-life and serious illness care looks like for our nation's Veterans.