What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Ethicist position at ChristianaCare?
Company Description
ChristianaCare, headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, is a leading health care organization focused on improving health outcomes, increasing accessibility to high-quality care, and reducing healthcare costs. The organization offers a wide range of services, including primary care, outpatient services, home health care, urgent care centers, hospitals, and specialized care centers. ChristianaCare is nationally recognized for its commitment to diversity, inclusion, and innovation in healthcare delivery.
Role Description
This is a part-time hybrid role for a Physician Ethicist at ChristianaCare located in Newark, DE, with some flexibility for remote work. The Physician Ethicist will be responsible for addressing ethical issues in patient care, participating in ethics consultations, and providing guidance on complex ethical dilemmas. The role will involve collaborating with healthcare teams, conducting ethics education, and contributing to the development of institutional ethics policies.
Qualifications
- Ethics expertise, including knowledge of bioethics principles
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience in medical ethics consultation
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Familiarity with healthcare regulations and standards
- MD or DO degree with training in ethics, or a related field
- Board certification in a relevant specialty is a plus
