Medical Director Physician

St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, a 376-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 Details: • Monday Friday, 8:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m • Approximately 60% clinical / 40% administrative • Patient volume averages patients per day • Role may evolve based on organizational and system priorities Key Responsibilities: • Provide medical and administrative leadership for the hospitalist service • Deliver direct patient care while maintaining a visible leadership presence • Recruit, onboard, mentor, and retain hospitalist physicians and APPs • Coordinate clinical schedules and ensure adequate coverage Lead hospitalist meetings and serve as the primary liaison with hospital administration, medical staff, and departments • Champion quality, safety, and patient experience initiatives • Monitor and support performance metrics, documentation standards, and regulatory compliance • Collaborate with emergency medicine, nursing, case management, and ancillary teams to improve efficiency and throughput • Participate in strategic planning, program development, and system initiatives • Represent hospitalists on committees and in leadership forums Experience 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.