Palliative Care Physician - Build & Lead a New Program - Washington Missouri
Reported by 39 physicians · region cohort · total comp, not the employer's posted pay
Overview
- Location
- Missouri
- Schedule
- Predominantly outpatient (~80%) with limited inpatient responsibilities
- SalaryDr Signal range
- $295k – $388k
- Practice
- Hospital-based · Hospital (Mercy Hospital Washington)
39 physician reports · not the employer's posted pay
Role summary
Mercy Hospital Washington is seeking a board certified or eligible Palliative Care Physician to lead and develop a new program with predominantly outpatient practice and limited inpatient duties, supported by an experienced palliative care RN.
What the posting highlights
- Sole palliative care physician supported by a palliative care RN
- Care setting: Approximately 80% outpatient, 20% inpatient
- Patient population: Patients and families navigating serious illness
- APP collaboration or supervision is noted
SalaryDr summary based on the original posting
Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp
Physician-reported range shown; the employer did not post pay for this role.
Compensation
- What physicians report
- $295k – $388k
- Pay context
- SalaryDr Signal · physician-reported
- Report sample
- 39 recent physician reports · region cohort
- Compensation basis
- Estimated total compensation
This is a SalaryDr Signal computed from 39 recent, approved physician reports (region cohort). It is not an employer offer or posted pay; this employer did not disclose pay.
Employer
Mercy
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Facility & Community
- Practice setting
- Hospital-based
- Facility type
- Hospital (Mercy Hospital Washington)
- Patient population
- Patients and families navigating serious illness
- EHR
- Not stated in posting
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- What is the call schedule, and is call compensated separately or built into the base?
- How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?
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Work Design
- Schedule
- Predominantly outpatient (~80%) with limited inpatient responsibilities
- Inpatient / outpatient
- Approximately 80% outpatient, 20% inpatient
- Coverage model
- Sole palliative care physician supported by a palliative care RN
- Admin burden
- Opportunity to design clinical workflows and care models
- Supervises APPs
- Yes
Visa & Eligibility
- Remote
- No
Source & Verification
- Source
- Aggregated (ym_careers)
- Salary label
- SalaryDr Signal
- First seen
- 3 wk ago
- Last verified
- today
- Extraction confidence
- 85%
Full description
Find your calling at Mercy! Mercy Hospital Washington is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Palliative Care Physician to lead the palliative care program at our hospital in Washington, Missouri. This is a rare opportunity for a physician to step into a foundational role with the freedom to shape a program according to your clinical interests, vision, and best practices. If you're and looking for autonomy, meaningful impact, and leadership experience without sacrificing work‑life balance, this role offers an exceptional platform to grow. About the Role This position offers a predominantly outpatient practice (approximately 80%) , allowing you to develop deep, longitudinal relationships with patients and families navigating serious illness. Inpatient responsibilities are limited and manageable. You will be the sole palliative care physician , supported by a highly experienced, on‑site palliative care RN who assists with consults, coordination, and continuity of care. With strong hospital leadership support, you will have the opportunity to: Design clinical workflows and care models Shape the balance of inpatient vs. outpatient care Develop referral relationships across service lines Grow the program at a pace that aligns with your goals This role is ideal for physicians who value independence, creativity, and the chance to make a lasting impact early in their career. Living in Washington, Missouri Washington, MO blends small‑town charm with convenient access to major metro amenities: Located just 45 minutes west of St. Louis Set along the Missouri River , featuring a historic downtown, riverfront trails, and community events Part of Missouri's wine and agritourism region , with dozens of wineries nearby Weekly Washington Farmers' Market and frequent local festivals More than 40 dining options-from locally owned favorites to national restaurants Access to highly regarded public schools, as well as private and Montessori education Opportunities for acreage living or hobby farming while remaining close to town Your life is our life's work At Mercy, you can lead the way. Join a team where your passion for patient care meets cutting-edge innovation. As part of an organization rooted in nearly 200 years of compassionate service, you'll help deliver transformative health care experiences while exploring new technologies and shaping the future of medicine. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to physician leadership-from the highest levels of our organization to the front lines of care-where physicians and caregivers collaborate, embrace fresh thinking, and drive clinical and operational excellence. If making a difference in your community is why you chose health care, Mercy is where your purpose meets possibility. keyword(s): For more information, please contact Megan Zielinski, MHA, CPRP-DEI.Telephone: 314-364-3568 | Email: megan.zielinski@mercy.net