Palliative Care Physician

As a physician-facing organization, our Physician Group is passionate about high-value, top quality care made accessible in every community we serve.  Our resources include supply chain expertise, technology implementation trainers, contracting experts, centralized credentialing, financial reporting/modeling and communication – so providers can spend their time doing what matters most – caring for patients and serving their communities.

As a Palliative Care Physician, you will provide comprehensive symptom management, goals-of-care discussions, and supportive care for patients with serious illness. Care is delivered in alignment with established clinical standards, ethical guidelines, and best practices in palliative medicine.

The role offers a collegial, multidisciplinary support team within a well-established tertiary referral network, along with a strong physician-facing infrastructure designed to reduce administrative burden and allow providers to focus on patient care. Physicians also benefit from practice in a Magnet-designated hospital recognized for nursing excellence and high standards of clinical care. This is an opportunity to practice meaningful medicine with strong interdisciplinary support, flexible scheduling, and the infrastructure needed to focus fully on patient care.

Experienced physicians and graduating fellows/residents pursuing palliative care physician and hospice medicine career opportunities are encouraged to apply. 

You will be working with an interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals. In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:

• Strongly recommend successful completion of a palliative care fellowship (Physicians with a background in pain management/anesthesia may also be considered)
• Obtain and maintain an unrestricted Drug Enforcement Agency (“DEA”) registration
• Be board certified or eligible in the appropriate specialty, by a board acceptable to Hospital
• Obtain Medical Staff Privileges within the Health system, at sponsoring institution
• Doctorate MD or DO required
• DR-Current and unrestricted license to practice medicine in applicable state required

Physical Requirements - Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)

Schedule

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Flexible options: 4x10s or 5x8s

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About Penrose Hospital & Colorado Springs

Located in the heart of downtown Colorado Springs, Penrose Hospital has been a trusted healthcare provider for the Pikes Peak region since 1890 and remains a flagship hospital within the community. Recognized for its commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and compassionate care, Penrose offers physicians the opportunity to practice in a collaborative, high-acuity environment while serving a growing and diverse patient population.

Comprehensive Clinical Services

Penrose Hospital provides a full spectrum of secondary and tertiary care services, including:

• Neurosciences and Neurosurgery
• Cancer Care
• Cardiac and Vascular Services
• Emergency and Trauma Care
• Advanced Diagnostic Imaging
• Hospice and Palliative Care

Level I Trauma Center Excellence

Penrose Hospital is proudly verified as a Level I Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons, the highest designation available for trauma care. This distinction reflects the hospital’s ability to provide comprehensive trauma services—from injury prevention and emergency intervention to surgical management, critical care, rehabilitation, and recovery. 

Colorado Springs, Colorado’s second-largest city, offers an exceptional quality of life and the ideal balance of professional opportunity and outdoor adventure.

• Stunning Natural Beauty: Situated at the base of the Rocky Mountains, the city is home to renowned landmarks such as Pikes Peak and Garden of the Gods, offering year-round access to hiking, biking, skiing, climbing, and countless outdoor recreational activities.
• Exceptional Climate: With more than 300 days of sunshine annually and four distinct seasons, Colorado Springs provides an ideal environment for an active lifestyle.
• Thriving Economy: The region boasts a strong and diverse economy driven by healthcare, technology, aerospace, and defense industries, creating a stable and vibrant community.
• Outstanding Quality of Life: Residents enjoy excellent schools, family-friendly neighborhoods, manageable commute times, and a lower cost of living compared to many other major metropolitan markets.
• Vibrant Community: Colorado Springs offers a rich blend of arts, culture, dining, local breweries, and year-round festivals, creating a welcoming and engaging place to live and work.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.