Lead Palliative Care Physician – Karnataka
Position: Lead Palliative Care Physician
Qualification:

- MBBS from a recognized University.
- Valid registration with the Karnataka Medical Council (KMC).
- Certificate Course/Fellowship/Postgraduate qualification in Palliative Care from a recognized institution Experience.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Palliative Care.
- Demonstrated expertise in pain and symptom management, end-of-life care, communication of goals of care, and multidisciplinary team-based care.
- Experience in home-based/community palliative care services is preferred
Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka
Language: English, Kannada
Preferred Attributes
- Commitment to compassionate, patient-centred care.
- Experience working in multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Experience in training, mentoring, or academic activities.
- Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) and digital documentation.
- Willingness to contribute to service development, quality improvement, and community outreach initiatives.
Job Profile:
- Provide comprehensive palliative care, including pain and symptom management, across inpatient, outpatient, and home-based care settings.
- Lead and coordinate the multidisciplinary palliative care team, providing clinical guidance, mentoring, and support to ensure high-quality, patient-centred care.
- Assess patients, develop individualized care plans, and facilitate discussions with patients and families regarding goals of care and shared decision-making.
- Conduct home visits and outpatient consultations to ensure continuity of care under the EIPC programme.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation, uphold patient confidentiality, and ensure compliance with clinical, ethical, and organizational standards.
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, staff training, service development, and the advancement of palliative care practices within the organization.
How to Apply?
Interested candidates can mail their CV to: [email protected] with the subject line:
“Application for the position of Lead Palliative Care Physician in Karnataka“
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