CoxHealth is seeking a motivated physician to assist in enhancing the developing Palliative Care program.  This physician would work with physician and administrative leaders to assist with the program development and alignment, as well as building collaboration between the inpatient and outpatient setting.

• Work collaboratively with a dynamic group of Advanced Practice Providers and nurses
• Have the opportunity to work with medical students and residents
• Lead in the development of an inpatient and outpatient collaborative model
• Leadership and clinical oversight of the Ambulatory and Inpatient Palliative Care Team
• Participate in initial consults while developing the plan of care
• Build effective relationships with referring providers
• Board certified in palliative care is preferred.

Our employed physicians receive a competitive salary and benefits, including a generous annual CME allowance, paid interview and relocation expenses.

CoxHealth is a Top 100 Integrated Healthcare Network that includes: Cox South Hospital (706 Beds), Cox Medical Center Branson (165 Beds), Cox North Hospital (72 Beds, inpatient psych), Meyer Orthopedic and Rehab Hospital (86 Beds), Cox Monett Hospital (25 Beds), and Cox Barton County Hospital (25 beds). In addition, there are more than 80 clinics with 560+ physicians and 53 specialties.

CoxHealth is the only Springfield hospital named for seven years to U.S. News & World Report's Best Regional Hospitals list. CoxHealth is recognized by CareChex®, the medical quality rating division of Comparion®, as among the Top 10 percent U.S. hospitals for patient safety in overall hospital, medical and surgical care. 

Springfield, Missouri is a vibrant and energetic area that serves as a hub for health care, entertainment and shopping for southwest Missouri. It's the third-largest city in Missouri, with a metro population of more than 450,000. Springfield is consistently rated as one of the "Top Quality of Life Communities in the Nation" by  Money Magazine . It offers outdoor activities, live music, theaters, major sports teams and an established academic community. Enjoy a low cost of living, convenient airport access and top-rated schools.