Palliative Care Physician at IU Health Bloomington

Indiana University Health Medical Group South Region is seeking a compassionate and collaborative Hospice and Palliative Medicine Physician to join our established interdisciplinary palliative care team in Bloomington, Indiana. This position offers the opportunity to practice within a highly supportive team environment while serving patients throughout south-central Indiana. The primary focus will be inpatient palliative care at IU Health Bloomington Hospital, with opportunities to participate in a growing outpatient and virtual palliative care program. Bloomington serves as a vibrant regional healthcare hub, offering the benefits of a Big Ten university community, cultural amenities, and abundant outdoor recreation.

Position Details

Primary practice location at IU Health Bloomington Hospital with limited outpatient clinic responsibilities
Approximately 95% inpatient and 5% outpatient practice opportunity
Provide inpatient palliative care consultations, follow-up care, symptom management, and goals-of-care discussions for adults with serious illness
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team including physicians, nurse practitioners, nursing support, and social work professionals
Opportunity to support a growing outpatient and virtual palliative care program serving regional and critical access hospitals
Participate in shared physician call coverage, primarily weekdays from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Teaching opportunities available through the Indiana University School of Medicine, including medical students and residents
Additional opportunities available in program development, operational planning, committee participation, and quality initiatives based on individual interests

Qualifications

MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
Hospice and Palliative Medicine fellowship training required
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Eligible for Indiana medical licensure
Open to experienced physicians, fellows, and graduating trainees
Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills

Benefit Details

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, life, and disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Occurrence-based malpractice insurance coverage
CME allowance and professional development support
Relocation assistance available
Generous paid time off package including six weeks of vacation and major holidays
Quality incentive opportunities

Community Description

Ranked by Niche in 2023 as one of the best counties to live in America (amongst the best counties in the U.S. for families and young professionals, and as the best county in the state for outdoor activities)
Close proximity to top-ranked Indianapolis International Airport, voted "Best Airport in North America" twelve consecutive years
Home of Big Ten conference member Indiana University, as well as highly-rated schools (ranked by Niche as the number two Indiana county for public schools in 2023)
Lively nightlife, award-winning wineries and distilleries,
Home to Indiana's only
45 minutes to Indianapolis and 90 minutes to Louisville

Healthcare System/Hospital Description

The new

At the same time, the facility strengthens healthcare education by providing space for collaboration and coordination of care and teaching. Students and trainees frequently come to the hospital side of the facility for clinical experiences.

We are pleased to annouce the new IUSM Bloomington Hospital Interal Medicine residency program launches in 2026!

Indiana University Health Medical Group and Indiana University School of Medicine are EOE/AA Employers, M/F/D.