Palliative Care Physician

Palliative Care Physician

Location: Muddenahalli, Chikkaballapur, Karnataka

Experience: Minimum 35 years in Palliative Medicine/Internal Medicine/Oncology

Qualification: MBBS with MD/DNB in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Anesthesiology (Specialized training or certification in Palliative Care preferred)

Employment Type: Full-time | 6-day workweek

Why Join Us?

At SMSIMSR , we believe in care that goes beyond cure. As a Palliative Care Physician , you will provide compassionate, holistic, and ethical care to patients with life-limiting conditions. Your role is central in supporting patients and families, ensuring dignity, comfort, and quality of lifeespecially during advanced stages of illness.

This is not just a job; its a calling to make a deep emotional and medical impact in the lives of those who need it most.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive symptom management , including pain, nausea, breathlessness, and emotional distress
• Develop and lead individualized care plans that respect the wishes, beliefs, and dignity of patients
• Conduct family conferences , end-of-life discussions, and provide grief counseling
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including nurses, psychologists, physiotherapists, and counselors
• Guide and support junior doctors, nurses, and medical students in palliative care best practices
• Participate in home care visits , hospice support, and community outreach programs
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow ethical standards in patient care
• Contribute to academic training programs and awareness workshops related to palliative medicine

Eligibility Criteria:

• Strong foundation in pain management, oncology, geriatrics , or intensive care
• Empathetic communication and ability to work with emotionally sensitive cases
• Willingness to work in rural or resource-limited settings with a service mindset
• Experience with end-of-life counseling , advanced care planning, and ethical decision-making is a plus

What We Offer:

An emotionally fulfilling, high-impact medical role

Training in advanced palliative and hospice care practices

A mission-driven environment with a focus on human dignity and service

Collaborative team with access to mental health and counseling support

Housing and other benefits (discussed during hiring)