Director of Palliative Care – Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - McKinney
Listed on 2026-01-16
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Doctor/Physician
Medical Doctor, Palliative Care Physician
About Us
Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well‑being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not‑for‑profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Our Core Values are:- We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
- We never settle by constantly striving for better.
- We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
- We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
- Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits
- Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%
- Debt‑free tuition assistance, offering access to many no‑cost and low‑cost degrees, certificates and more
- Immediate access to time off benefits
At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well‑being is our top priority.
Note:
Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level
Looking for an experienced medical director to lead our palliative care practice at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center McKinney. The medical director will manage the day‑to‑day operations of the group, including staffing, schedule oversight, and quality initiatives, while also collaborating with the hospital departments and leadership. The medical director will enjoy the well‑established practice and supportive hospital leadership.
Essential Functions of the Role- Chair the Hospital Palliative Care Committee.
- Serve as Hospital lead for Palliative Care Consultation Services
- Develop, review, maintain and execute ongoing multi‑year Strategic Plans for Clinical Ethics and Palliative Care (CE&PC) delivery at the Hospital;
- Serve as working member of BHCS System Ethics and Palliative Care Council (SEPCC).
- Develop and execute programs for training of physician and non‑physician staff to deliver CE&PC services both on inpatient and outpatient basis.
- Provide leadership for the physicians and staff to enhance clinical expertise in the care of patients suffering with pain and other symptoms associated with the treatments of advanced life‑limiting disease.
- Supervise the clinical activities of a care team that may consist of other providers, and allied health professionals.
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.
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