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Job Title: Open Rank, Geriatric and Palliative Medicine PhysicianDepartment: Department of Geriatric and Palliative MedicineFLSA: ExemptLocation: Philadelphia, PA POSITION SUMMARY PCOM is a leading institution dedicated to advancing healthcare through innovative education, research, and patient care. Our Department of Geriatric and Palliative Medicine seeks a compassionate and expert physician to join our team. We are seeking a board-certified physician in Geriatric Medicine and/or Palliative Care to join our department. The successful candidate will provide high-quality patient care, teach osteopathic medical students and residents, and contribute to research and scholarly activities. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical: 60%• Provide primary and consultative care to geriatric and palliative patients in inpatient and outpatient settings. • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive care. • Participate in on-call rotations Teaching: 20%• Teach osteopathic medical students and residents in classroom and clinical settings. • Develop and implement curriculum related to geriatric and palliative medicine. • Mentor students and residents in research and scholarly projects. Research and Scholarship: 10%• Conduct research in geriatric and palliative medicine. • Publish peer-reviewed articles and present at national conferences. 3. Secure funding through grants and other mechanisms. Service duties will include: 10%• Participate in departmental and institutional committees. • Contribute to community outreach and education initiatives. • Collaborate with healthcare organizations to advance geriatric and palliative care. POSITION REQUIREMENTS Education• DO or MD Geriatric Medicine and/or Palliative Medicine (required) • Board certification in Geriatric Medicine and/or Palliative Medicine Minimum Requirements• Completion of residency training in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine. • Licensure to practice medicine in Pennsylvania. • Strong clinical and teaching skills. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Preferred Qualifications• Experience in medical education and curriculum development. • Research experience and publication record. • Leadership experience in departmental or institutional roles. • Certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR APPLICATION CONSIDERATION • Resume/CV• Cover Letter