Experienced Hospitalist Medical Director

St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, a376-bed facility located in Columbus, GA is seeking a Hospitalist Medical Director to provide both clinical care and strategic leadership for the hospitalist program, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care while supporting operational excellence. We are seeking an experienced physician who has a passion for leadership and can motivate and mentor.We are a level 1 emergency cardiac care center with excellent support and 24/7 intensivist coverage with an accredited ACGME three-year internal medicine residency program.Position DetailsMonday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.mApproximately 60% clinical / 40% administrativePatient volume averages 10–12 patients per dayRole may evolve based on organizational and system prioritiesKey ResponsibilitiesProvide medical and administrative leadership for the hospitalist serviceDeliver direct patient care while maintaining a visible leadership presenceRecruit, onboard, mentor, and retain hospitalist physicians and APPsCoordinate clinical schedules and ensure adequate coverageLead hospitalist meetings and serve as the primary liaison with hospital administration, medical staff, and departmentsChampion quality, safety, and patient experience initiativesMonitor and support performance metrics, documentation standards, and regulatory complianceCollaborate with emergency medicine, nursing, case management, and ancillary teams to improve efficiency and throughputParticipate in strategic planning, program development, and system initiativesRepresent hospitalists on committees and in leadership forumsExperience life just 90 minutes southwest of Atlanta, with Columbus offering a perfect blend of city amenities and Southern charm - plus access to outdoor adventures, a thriving arts scene, and a lower cost of living. #J-18808-Ljbffr