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Medical Director - Hospitalist Program

Association of American Medical Colleges, New York, New York, us, 10261

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St. Joseph’s Health has an exciting opportunity for a Board‑Certified Internal Medicine Physician to serve as Medical Director of the Hospitalist Program.

This senior leadership opportunity offers a dynamic blend of clinical care and administrative oversight, working closely with the hospitalist team, nursing, and non‑clinical staff to optimize care for all admitted patients. This is a 1.0 FTE position with approximately 85% administrative and 15% clinical responsibilities, offering a unique balance of direct patient care and program leadership. The role averages roughly 40–50 hours per week and provides the chance to shape the strategic direction, growth, efficiency, and quality of the hospitalist program. St. Joseph’s Health is a community‑based hospital 400‑plus‑bed facility with 24/7 intensivist coverage operating under a closed ICU model.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced physician leader to make a meaningful impact within a supportive and progressive health system.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Providing overall leadership and direction for the St. Joseph’s Hospitalist Program and the Rome Memorial Hospitalist program

Overseeing a team of approximately 50 clinicians

Ensuring compliance with hospital policies, mission, and values

Leading quality and performance improvement initiatives

Participating in staffing, scheduling, and census management

Providing direct patient care when necessary

Conducting regular team meetings with hospitalists and advanced practice providers (APPs)

Mentoring and coaching team members in clinical quality, communication, and professionalism

Overseeing onboarding, orientation, and ongoing development of new providers

Participating in evaluations and annual performance reviews of the hospitalist team

Promoting interdisciplinary collaboration with the Emergency Department and other clinical services

Representing the hospitalist program on hospital committees and quality teams

Contributing to recruitment, retention, budgeting, and operational planning for the program

RECRUITMENT PACKAGE

Annual salary range: $325,000–$350,000 based on experience

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Malpractice insurance

Paid time off and CME allowance

403(b) and 457(b) retirement plans with employer match

Not‑for‑profit employer (Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible)

ABOUT ST. JOSEPHS HEALTH St. Joseph’s Health is a regional leader in healthcare delivery, committed to providing high‑quality, compassionate care across Central New York. As part of a growing network of primary and specialty providers, we empower our teams to make a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.

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