Geriatric and Palliative Medicine Physician

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

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Philadelphia Campus Until 10/7/2026 First posted August 8, 2026 Last posted August 8, 2026
Job description

Job Title:

Geriatric and Palliative Medicine Physician

Department:

Geriatrics/Palliative Care (Katherine Galluzzi)

FLSA:

United States of America (Exempt)

Location:

Philadelphia Campus

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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. 
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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.

 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

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. 

 

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS:

​• DO or MD Geriatric Medicine and/or Palliative Medicine (required) 
• Board certification in Geriatric Medicine and/or Palliative Medicine (required)

 
​REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR APPLICATION CONSIDERATION 

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter​

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Compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience, education, and the responsibilities of the role.

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The referenced salary range is based on PCOM good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. PCOM offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement.

PCOM prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, race, sex, color, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, sexual orientation, religion, creed, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military and military veteran status or any other legally protected class status in all its programs, activities, and employment practices.  

About this role

Summary

Provide geriatric and palliative care, teach students, conduct research, participate in committees

Job title

Geriatric and Palliative Medicine Physician

Experience level

board-certified

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Philadelphia Campus, no remote work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

licensure in pennsylvaniaboard certification in geriatric medicineboard certification in palliative medicineclinical skillsinterpersonal skills

Preferred skills

medical educationcurriculum developmentresearchpublication recordleadership

Specializations

geriatric medicinepalliative care
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site