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Senior level attending physician jobs place experienced clinicians in leadership roles where they set clinical direction, mentor residents and fellows, and own outcomes across complex patient populations. Most openings are on-site, with 33% remote or hybrid positions available across Healthcare & Medical Services and Education, with employers like Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Northwestern University, and Oregon Health & Science University hiring at this level now.
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The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.
The Supportive Care Service in the Division of Supportive and Acute Care Services, Department of Medicine at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center is seeking a full-time faculty member at the Assistant (or Associate) Attending level for clinical service to provide comprehensive palliative care at our MSK Bergen site in New Jersey. Our 18 full-time physician faculty are dedicated to improving quality of life for patients receiving treatment. We provide Supportive Care services at all of our Manhattan and regional sites in New York, New Jersey and Long Island, with close collaboration with the Department of Psychiatry, Social Work, Integrative Medicine, Chaplaincy, and other supportive services.
The Supportive Care Service provides expert, interdisciplinary palliative care for patients with cancer who are experiencing complex physical, psychological, social, and existential challenges related to their illness and treatment. The service has expertise in pain and symptom management, communication and decision-making, goals-of-care discussions, and support for patients and families facing complex medical decisions. Our clinicians work collaboratively with oncology teams across MSK to provide patient-centered care that complements disease-directed treatment.
The successful candidate will have a predominantly outpatient clinical practice at MSK Bergen site. The physician will provide inpatient Supportive Care consultation, including the supervision of MSK HPM fellows and other learners, 2 weeks per year, including weekend on call coverage, providing continuity of Supportive Care expertise across the regional outpatient and inpatient settings. The MSK Bergen practice is supported by dedicated nursing and administrative staff and offers an opportunity to contribute to the continued growth and development of Supportive Care services for patients in the region.
For this position, candidates should have superb clinical and interpersonal skills and a commitment to teaching, quality improvement, and scholarly activity, including clinical research, educational interventions, and clinical implementation projects. Candidates must be board certified in their primary specialty and board certified / board eligible in Hospice and Palliative Medicine (HPM) and have completed an ACGME accredited fellowship in HPM. Note: candidates with prior academic appointments (at the level of Assistant or Associate Professor), a strong publication track record, and significant clinical experience will be considered for the rank of Associate Attending.
Salary Range: $260,000 to $385,000
Please send CV, a letter outlining your interest and names/contact information of three references via email to:
Craig D. Blinderman, MD, MA, FAAHPM
Chief, Supportive Care
Division of Supportive and Acute Care Services, Department of Medicine
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
blindec@mskcc.org
Pay Range: $0.00 - $10,000,000.00
FSLA Status: Exempt
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At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.
MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
About Us:
The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.
The Supportive Care Service in the Division of Supportive and Acute Care Services, Department of Medicine at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center is seeking a full-time faculty member at the Assistant (or Associate) Attending level for clinical service to provide comprehensive palliative care at our MSK Bergen site in New Jersey. Our 18 full-time physician faculty are dedicated to improving quality of life for patients receiving treatment. We provide Supportive Care services at all of our Manhattan and regional sites in New York, New Jersey and Long Island, with close collaboration with the Department of Psychiatry, Social Work, Integrative Medicine, Chaplaincy, and other supportive services.
The Supportive Care Service provides expert, interdisciplinary palliative care for patients with cancer who are experiencing complex physical, psychological, social, and existential challenges related to their illness and treatment. The service has expertise in pain and symptom management, communication and decision-making, goals-of-care discussions, and support for patients and families facing complex medical decisions. Our clinicians work collaboratively with oncology teams across MSK to provide patient-centered care that complements disease-directed treatment.
The successful candidate will have a predominantly outpatient clinical practice at MSK Bergen site. The physician will provide inpatient Supportive Care consultation, including the supervision of MSK HPM fellows and other learners, 2 weeks per year, including weekend on call coverage, providing continuity of Supportive Care expertise across the regional outpatient and inpatient settings. The MSK Bergen practice is supported by dedicated nursing and administrative staff and offers an opportunity to contribute to the continued growth and development of Supportive Care services for patients in the region.
For this position, candidates should have superb clinical and interpersonal skills and a commitment to teaching, quality improvement, and scholarly activity, including clinical research, educational interventions, and clinical implementation projects. Candidates must be board certified in their primary specialty and board certified / board eligible in Hospice and Palliative Medicine (HPM) and have completed an ACGME accredited fellowship in HPM. Note: candidates with prior academic appointments (at the level of Assistant or Associate Professor), a strong publication track record, and significant clinical experience will be considered for the rank of Associate Attending.
Salary Range: $260,000 to $385,000
Please send CV, a letter outlining your interest and names/contact information of three references via email to:
Craig D. Blinderman, MD, MA, FAAHPM
Chief, Supportive Care
Division of Supportive and Acute Care Services, Department of Medicine
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
blindec@mskcc.org
Pay Range: $0.00 - $10,000,000.00
FSLA Status: Exempt
Closing :
At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.
MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
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Senior Level Attending Physician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level attending physician job?
Senior level attending physician roles go to candidates who can demonstrate clinical leadership beyond day-to-day patient care. Employers look for physicians who have led quality improvement initiatives, mentored trainees, contributed to departmental protocols, or held committee roles. Board certification in your specialty is expected, and subspecialty expertise or academic contributions give you a clear edge at this stage.
Which companies hire senior level attending physicians?
Companies hiring senior level attending physicians right now include Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Northwestern University, and Oregon Health & Science University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes primarily from large health systems, academic medical centers, and multispecialty group practices that need experienced clinicians to anchor departments and lead care teams.
Are there remote senior level attending physician jobs?
Yes, though most attending physician work remains on-site given the hands-on nature of clinical care. About 33% of senior level attending physician openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, concentrated in specialties like telehealth, radiology, psychiatry, and utilization review where patient interaction does not require physical presence.
What makes an attending physician role senior level?
Senior level attending physician roles are defined by clinical autonomy, leadership accountability, and institutional influence. These physicians own complex cases independently, supervise residents and advanced practice providers, shape department protocols, and often hold committee or program director responsibilities. The distinction from mid-level roles is breadth of ownership and the expectation of mentoring the next generation of clinicians.
Which industries hire the most senior level attending physicians?
Senior Level attending physician roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring because they operate high-volume, high-acuity environments that require experienced physicians who can lead teams, manage complex cases, and contribute to institutional strategy beyond clinical work.