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The Denver Hospice

Palliative Care Navigator

Denver, CO · On-site

$22.98 - $27/hr

Palliative Care Navigator The Denver Hospice has an immediate opening for a Palliative Care Navigator. Location: Denver, CO Status: Full-time Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm Hourly Pay Range ...

The Denver Hospice

Palliative Care Navigator

Denver, CO · On-site

$22.98 - $27/hr

The Denver Hospice has an immediate opening for a Palliative Care Navigator. LOCATION: Denver, CO STATUS: Full-time SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm HOURLY PAY RANGE: $22.98 - $27.00 SUPPLEMENTAL ...

Clover Health

Physician - Palliative Care

Passaic, NJ · On-site

Palliative Care Provider Field - New Jersey At Clover Health, our mission is simple but powerful: to improve every life by delivering care that is high-quality, accessible, and rooted in compassion ...

Temple University

Palliative Care

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

In the Palliative Care role, the physician will provide clinical care while mentoring medical students, residents, and fellows through teaching and curriculum development, in close collaboration with ...

The Denver Hospice

Palliative Care Navigator

Denver, CO · On-site

$1.0K/hr

The Denver Hospice has an immediate opening for a Palliative Care Navigator. LOCATION: Denver, CO STATUS: Full-time SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm HOURLY PAY RANGE: $22.98 - $27.00 SUPPLEMENTAL ...

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How much do palliative care jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for palliative care in the United States is $57.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51.92 and $63.94 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is palliative care?

Palliative care is specialized medical care focused on providing relief from the symptoms and stress of a serious illness. The goal is to improve quality of life for both the patient and their family by addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness. It involves a team of doctors, nurses, and other specialists working together to support the patient’s needs and preferences.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in palliative care, and how can they be managed?

Professionals in palliative care often encounter emotionally charged situations as they support patients and families coping with serious illness. Managing grief, navigating complex family dynamics, and balancing symptom relief with patients’ wishes are common challenges. Effective communication, strong interdisciplinary teamwork, and access to counseling or support groups can help address these difficulties. Many organizations also provide ongoing education and peer support to help staff maintain resilience and provide high-quality care.

What career paths are in palliative care?

Careers in palliative care include roles such as palliative care nurse, physician, social worker, chaplain, and hospice aide. These positions often require specialized training, certifications, and involve working in healthcare settings like hospitals, hospices, or home care environments to provide symptom management and emotional support to patients with serious illnesses.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in palliative care, and why are they important?

To thrive in Palliative Care, professionals need a strong background in medicine, symptom management, and end-of-life care, usually supported by a relevant medical or nursing degree and specialized training or certification in palliative or hospice care. Familiarity with pain management protocols, electronic health records, and interdisciplinary care planning tools is typically required. Compassion, active listening, and excellent communication are crucial soft skills for supporting patients and families during challenging times. These skills and qualities are vital to provide holistic, patient-centered care that improves quality of life and ensures dignity for those facing serious illness.

What does a palliative care worker do?

A palliative care worker provides support and comfort to patients with serious illnesses by managing pain, symptoms, and emotional needs. They often work closely with healthcare teams, assist with daily activities, and ensure patients' quality of life is maintained. Certification and compassionate communication skills are important in this role.

What is the difference between Palliative Care vs Hospice Care?

AspectPalliative CareHospice Care
FocusRelief from symptoms, improving quality of life at any illness stageComfort care for terminal patients with a prognosis of 6 months or less
Patient EligibilityAny age or stage of serious illnessEnd-of-life, terminal patients
Care SettingHospitals, clinics, homeHospice facilities, home, nursing homes
TeamMultidisciplinary including doctors, nurses, social workersSpecialized hospice team focusing on comfort and support

While both Palliative Care and Hospice Care aim to improve quality of life, Palliative Care is available at any illness stage and can be provided alongside curative treatments. Hospice Care is specifically for terminal patients nearing end of life. Understanding these differences helps patients and families choose appropriate support based on their needs and prognosis.

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Physician, Palliative Care

Alameda Health System

Oakland, CA

$133.96 - $144.46/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

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8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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Job description

SUMMARY: The Palliative Care Physician will provide Palliative Care Consultation services for Alameda Health System. Services will be on-site at Highland Hospital, San Leandro Hospital and Alameda Hospital.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: NOTE: Following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual in the classification. 

1.  Provide Palliative Care Consultations, in collaboration with experienced and well-established interprofessional team members (physician assistant and nurse practitioners, social workers, chaplains, nurses, and outreach worker), at Alameda Health System. Location and care setting determined based on applicant experience and interest; options include:
    Inpatient Palliative Care Consultations at Highland Hospital, a Level 1 Trauma Center providing multispecialty care and hosting residencies in Emergency Medicine, General Surgery, Internal Medicine, and Oral-Maxillofacial Surgery.
    Inpatient Palliative Care Consultations at the two smaller community hospitals within Alameda Health System: Alameda Hospital and San Leandro Hospital
    Community-Based Palliative Care in person at the Highland Care Pavilion and other wellness centers, in skilled nursing facilities, and via telehealth

2.  Symptom management, serious illness communication, advance care planning, psychosocial and spiritual care support, linkage to community resources, in collaboration with the palliative care team, tailored to the needs of the diverse and vulnerable population we serve.

3.  Collaborate with other palliative care program team members to provide education to residents in Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, and General Surgery, equipping them with an approach to patient and family care that highlights cultural humility, psychosocial and spiritual care, and self-reflection to promote connection and resilience. The palliative care team regularly leads residents in clinical rotations and in educational sessions, including communication skills training and symptom management workshops.

4.  Participate in and/or lead quality improvement activities to improve serious illness care within the palliative care team and across Alameda Health System.

5.  Collaborate with clinicians from a range of medical and surgical specialties and subspecialties who share a commitment to serving vulnerable populations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) is required.

Minimum Experience: Completion of accredited ACGME or AOA Internal Medicine Residency and Palliative Care Fellowship

Required Licenses/Certifications: Board eligibility in Palliative Care; Board Certification (will be expected to obtain on the appropriate schedule); Compliance with Board mandated education and training to maintain State licensure and/or board certification.

Required Licenses/Certifications: Possession of a valid license to practice medicine in the State of California;Valid Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Number.

Pay Range: $133.96 - $144.46 / Hour 

The pay range for this position reflects the base pay scale for the role at Alameda Health System. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, departmental equity, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and the operational needs of the organization. Alameda Health System also offers eligible positions a generous comprehensive benefits program. 

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