Palliative Care Physician - Medical Director
HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital · Charleston, South Carolina, United States
Full-time
Posted Sep 21, 2026
Job Description
Description
Specialization:
Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Job Summary:
HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital is seeking a visionary Palliative Care Physician to lead the development and expansion of a comprehensive, interdisciplinary palliative care program. This is a rare opportunity to build a program from the ground up, shape clinical services across the continuum of care, with a longer-term goal to establish a Palliative Care Fellowship Program.
The ideal candidate is a clinically excellent, mission-driven physician with a passion for whole-person care, education, systems design, and leadership. You will work collaboratively with a dynamic leadership team to create a high-quality program that advances quality, equity, and compassionate care for patients with serious illness.
Qualified Candidates and Preferred Qualifications:
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Have a South Carolina medical license or the ability to get a South Carolina medical license prior to starting
Demonstrate excellence in clinical palliative care
Experience building or leading clinical programs
Interest in academic leadership and fellowship development
Strong communication, teaching, and mentorship skills
Systems-thinking mindset with entrepreneurial energy
Commitment to whole-person, culturally responsive care
Clinical Leadership and Program Development:
Design, launch, and grow an integrated inpatient palliative care service
Develop and lead interdisciplinary teams (physicians, APPs, nurses, social workers, chaplains, therapists)
Develop clinical pathways for symptom management, goals-of-care, and serious illness communication
Collaborate with oncology, cardiology, ICU, hospital medicine and community partners
Serve as a thought leader and ambassador for palliative care
Foster a culture of compassion, resilience, and interdisciplinary collaboration
Partner with executive leadership to align program growth within system priorities
Incentives/Benefits Package:
In addition to unmatched potential for flexibility and career growth and a competitive salary with incentives, a comprehensive benefits program is available for full-time colleagues. This includes:
Paid malpractice
Coverage for medical, behavioral health, prescription drugs, dental and vision
Wellbeing resources, including free counseling
Life insurance
401(k) plan with employer matching contributions
Time off, including disability coverage
Supplemental health protection plans
Flexible spending accounts
Financial wellbeing resources
Family-focused and voluntary benefits
CME time and dues allowance and license reimbursement
About HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital:
Trident Hospital is a part of a 570-bed hospital tertiary-care system comprised of HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital, HCA Healthcare Summerville Hospital, and HCA Healthcare Live Oak Mental Health and Wellness as well as four free standing emergency departments - Brighton Park Emergency, Moncks Corner Medical Center, Centre Pointe Emergency and James Island Emergency.
HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital is a 321-bed major medical center with a 24-hour emergency room and Level II Trauma Center
Designated Sarah Cannon Cancer Network Center with ACR and CoC Accreditations
Critical Care Services and 24/7 hospitalist and intensivist programs
Proudly serving patients and families in Berkeley, Charleston and Dorchester Counties for more than 40 years
An extraordinary coastal city, rich in history and traditions. Charleston, South Carolina has earned national and international recognition of distinction in economic development, access to global markets, tourism, medical care and entrepreneurial opportunity. Access to coastal waters and beaches is an added perk to this gorgeous city!
Specialization:
Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Job Summary:
HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital is seeking a visionary Palliative Care Physician to lead the development and expansion of a comprehensive, interdisciplinary palliative care program. This is a rare opportunity to build a program from the ground up, shape clinical services across the continuum of care, with a longer-term goal to establish a Palliative Care Fellowship Program.
The ideal candidate is a clinically excellent, mission-driven physician with a passion for whole-person care, education, systems design, and leadership. You will work collaboratively with a dynamic leadership team to create a high-quality program that advances quality, equity, and compassionate care for patients with serious illness.
Qualified Candidates and Preferred Qualifications:
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Have a South Carolina medical license or the ability to get a South Carolina medical license prior to starting
Demonstrate excellence in clinical palliative care
Experience building or leading clinical programs
Interest in academic leadership and fellowship development
Strong communication, teaching, and mentorship skills
Systems-thinking mindset with entrepreneurial energy
Commitment to whole-person, culturally responsive care
Clinical Leadership and Program Development:
Design, launch, and grow an integrated inpatient palliative care service
Develop and lead interdisciplinary teams (physicians, APPs, nurses, social workers, chaplains, therapists)
Develop clinical pathways for symptom management, goals-of-care, and serious illness communication
Collaborate with oncology, cardiology, ICU, hospital medicine and community partners
Serve as a thought leader and ambassador for palliative care
Foster a culture of compassion, resilience, and interdisciplinary collaboration
Partner with executive leadership to align program growth within system priorities
Incentives/Benefits Package:
In addition to unmatched potential for flexibility and career growth and a competitive salary with incentives, a comprehensive benefits program is available for full-time colleagues. This includes:
Paid malpractice
Coverage for medical, behavioral health, prescription drugs, dental and vision
Wellbeing resources, including free counseling
Life insurance
401(k) plan with employer matching contributions
Time off, including disability coverage
Supplemental health protection plans
Flexible spending accounts
Financial wellbeing resources
Family-focused and voluntary benefits
CME time and dues allowance and license reimbursement
About HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital:
Trident Hospital is a part of a 570-bed hospital tertiary-care system comprised of HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital, HCA Healthcare Summerville Hospital, and HCA Healthcare Live Oak Mental Health and Wellness as well as four free standing emergency departments - Brighton Park Emergency, Moncks Corner Medical Center, Centre Pointe Emergency and James Island Emergency.
HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital is a 321-bed major medical center with a 24-hour emergency room and Level II Trauma Center
Designated Sarah Cannon Cancer Network Center with ACR and CoC Accreditations
Critical Care Services and 24/7 hospitalist and intensivist programs
Proudly serving patients and families in Berkeley, Charleston and Dorchester Counties for more than 40 years
An extraordinary coastal city, rich in history and traditions. Charleston, South Carolina has earned national and international recognition of distinction in economic development, access to global markets, tourism, medical care and entrepreneurial opportunity. Access to coastal waters and beaches is an added perk to this gorgeous city!
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