Job Summary
The System Medical Director, Hospitalists is a key clinical leader responsible for driving performance, quality, and strategic alignment across hospitalist programs within the health system. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, efficient, and patient-centered care by providing tactical oversight and fostering a culture of clinical excellence. The Medical Director partners with administrative leaders, site medical directors, and hospital leadership to align hospitalist services with organizational goals and system-wide clinical strategy.
Essential Responsibilities
Strategic Clinical Leadership
* Lead the implementation of system-wide hospitalist strategies that align with organizational goals.
* Serve as the clinical lead for hospitalist initiatives and service line development.
* Collaborate with administrative leaders on planning, performance, contracting, and service growth.
Clinical Best Practices & Quality Improvement
* Promote evidence-based practices and standardization of care across all hospitalist sites.
* Monitor key clinical metrics (e.g., readmissions, LOS, patient outcomes) and drive improvement efforts.
* Engage hospitalists in quality, safety, and value-based initiatives.
Physician Engagement & Leadership
* Foster a collaborative culture grounded in accountability, clinical excellence, and team-based care.
* Support the professional development and leadership of site-based medical directors.
Operational Collaboration
* Align clinical and operational goals in partnership with administrative and hospital leadership.
* Support integration across specialties, transitions of care, and value-based care strategies.
Clinical Practice
* Maintain an active clinical practice, preferably as a hospitalist, to remain grounded in daily operations.
* Serve as a role model in delivering high-quality care, professionalism, and patient experience.
Qualifications
Licensure/Certification
* Active medical license in any U.S. state required; licensure in Ohio, Kentucky, Virginia, or South Carolina required if practicing clinically in those markets.
* Board certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.
Education
* Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO).
Experience
* 5–7 years of hospitalist clinical experience.
* Minimum 2–3 years in a physician leadership role (e.g., Medical Director, Chief Medical Officer).
* Proven track record in clinical quality improvement and healthcare operations.
* Experience with value-based care models and population health is preferred.
Working Conditions
* This is a remote position and may require travel to health system sites.
* The role involves a combination of administrative responsibilities and clinical practice.
* Flexibility in work hours may be needed to support clinical teams across different hospitals.
Note: This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work performed and is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Duties may change or be assigned as needed to meet the evolving needs of the organization.
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