Executive Chief Physician, Primary Care Division

Southcoast Health System; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Executive Chief for its Primary Care Division. This pivotal role combines clinical and administrative leadership, requiring a seasoned primary care physician to drive strategic initiatives and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in healthcare finance and clinical operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care while fostering collaboration among diverse teams. Join a respected organization committed to community health and innovation, where your leadership will directly impact the well-being of patients across the region.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as a primary care provider in an integrated healthcare system.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare finance and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic initiatives for the Primary Care Division focusing on growth and optimization.
• Lead performance improvement initiatives and manage operational resources efficiently.

Skills

Leadership

Healthcare Finance

Clinical Operations

Communication Skills

Operational Improvement

Education

MD/DO degree

Board certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine

Advanced healthcare leadership degree (MBA, MHA, MPH)

Job description

Overview

Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, fully integrated, community-based health system headquartered in Southeastern Massachusetts, and the largest provider of primary and specialty care in the region. Southcoast Health is the largest employer headquartered in Southeastern Massachusetts, and one of the largest employers in the Commonwealth, employing more than 8,000 skilled and caring individuals across the system of care.

Southcoast Health’s services are conveniently located throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island, with three acute care hospitals in Fall River, New Bedford, and Wareham, two Centers for Cancer Care, six Urgent Care Centers, a visiting nurse and home health association, and physician offices and ambulatory facilities located conveniently and strategically throughout the region.

Established in 2010, Southcoast Physicians Group (SPG) is a multi-specialty integrated network of more than 540 physicians with 137 primary care providers. SPG has 10 Accredited NCQA Level III Patient Centered Medical Homes and 64 ambulatory practice locations.

SPG is proud to be the largest and most highly respected medical group in the region, providing a wide variety of medical specialties to meet all unique patient needs with a dedicated network of care.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Executive Vice President & Chief Physician Officer of Southcoast Physicians Group (SPG), the Executive Chief, Primary Care Division is the lead physician executive responsible for the clinical, financial, and overall performance of Southcoast Health’s Primary Care Division.

Partnering with the VP of Clinical Operations for Primary Care and leaders across the health system, the position will:

• Develop a vision, strategic initiatives and operational goals for the Primary Care Division and communicate plans to the SPG provider group, medical staff of Southcoast Hospitals Group, and Southcoast Health Network, focused on growth, integration, and optimization of programs and services that support Southcoast Health System (SHS) strategy.
• Provide clinical direction and administrative oversight to Associate Chiefs of three (3) Primary Care regions and serve as a mentor, guide, and supportive partner to a diverse group of providers, both employed and affiliated, Primary Care support staff, and operational leadership.
• Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, innovation, and respect; serve as a role model demonstrating commitment to SHS’ Code of Conduct and key policies.
• Lead efforts to incorporate evidenced based practice and clinical quality measures in the Primary Care Division; assist in the creation of an ongoing quality and performance improvement plan and program.
• Develop a Clinical Operating Model which supports a patient centric experience, integrated clinical care, and a supportive provider environment. This includes participating in staff planning and development for physicians, APPs, and support staff.
• Assess current and future programs including new areas of expansion and evolving market opportunities (g., Value Based Reimbursement, Population Health Management, etc.).
• Manage operational performance and resources efficiently; lead performance improvement and resource utilization initiatives.
• Establish operating budgets, monitor the Primary Care Division’s financial performance, participate in monthly reviews of operating results, and help course correct when necessary to achieve budgeted targets.
• Develop the provider staffing plan for the Primary Care Division, and successfully manage physician and APP recruitment. Review and consult on provider employment agreements and compensation consistent with approved compensation plans, fair market value (FMV) and enterprise-wide standards.
• Develop programs and community outreach initiatives to grow Southcoast Health Network and maintain liaisons with cooperating and affiliated organizations.
• Participate in patient care by maintaining an ambulatory practice, participating in on-call coverage, and performing other clinical activities.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will be a well-respected, practicing primary care physician with the ability and willingness to balance a 30/70 split of clinical and administrative responsibilities while performing the Executive Chief role.

Education

• MD/DO degree and board certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
• Completion of an accredited residency in Primary Care
• Current medical license in Massachusetts or ability to obtain one
• Possess an advanced healthcare leadership degree (MBA, MHA, MPH, etc.) preferred

Experience

• Minimum of ten (10) years’ experience as a practicing primary care provider in an integrated healthcare system
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive clinical and administrative leadership experience in a high performing and complex healthcare setting
• Currently practicing as a clinician for a minimum of 30% of time
• Possess broad and contemporary market insight regarding the current status, trends and outlook for a healthcare delivery system
• Strong knowledge of healthcare finance, value-based care, medical informatics, budgeting, and regulatory requirements
• Proven ability to effectively lead large teams, manage through change, and drive operational improvements
• Demonstrated ability to partner and collaborate across a complex, highly matrixed health care system
• Strong knowledge and experience of clinical operations, resource utilization and management, and driving improvements in Primary Care quality and safety
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and strong platform/facilitation skills
• Comfortable working in the public domain; has the ability to engage with community leaders, donors, and public figures