Hospitalist Medical Director Physician (MD/DO)- UNC Caldwell

Ohioacc; Lenoir (NC); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains is seeking a Hospitalist Medical Director to lead a dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape one of the most impactful hospitalist programs in the region while enjoying the stunning scenery and recreational activities that North Carolina has to offer. With a focus on work-life balance, this position includes a competitive compensation package, sign-on bonuses, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive environment. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Sign-on bonus

Quality incentive bonus

CME

Retirement savings plan

Malpractice coverage

Work-life balance

Flexibility

Qualifications

• Must hold an active medical license and be board certified or eligible.
• Requires over 3 years of inpatient clinical experience, leadership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate a team of MDs and practitioners for high-quality inpatient services.
• Collaborate with specialists for efficient workflows and quality metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Team Coordination

Clinical Expertise

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Active Medical License

Board Certified/Board Eligible

3+ years inpatient clinical experience

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Description

Hospitalist Medical Director Opportunity in Western, NC

UNC Physicians Network, along with UNC Caldwell Memorial Hospital, is looking for a Hospitalist Medical Director (BC/BE daytime) to join our growing Hospital Medicine program in Lenoir, NC. Affiliated with UNCPN, this position involves coordinating a team of over 16 MDs and Advanced practitioners with the goal of delivering high-quality, team-based inpatient services. This opportunity provides an opportunity to run one of the most impactful hospitalist programs in Western NC and provides ample room for growth within the UNC system.

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

• 75% clinical time, 25% protected Admin time
• Coordinates attendance to important hospital-based meetings including the Department of Medicine and Medical Staff meetings, with the goal of creating a team that is involved in hospital operations
• Collaborate with in-house specialists to establish efficient workflows, communication, and interdepartmental collaboration
• Help reach quality metric goals as identified by the UNCPN physician team and Caldwell Hospital Administration
• Build a relationship built on trust and open communication with all key leaders in the hospital
• Help build a team culture
• Identify challenges and formulate solutions
• Have working knowledge of CMI, LOS, Mortality, and other key hospitalist performance and efficiency metrics
• Work collaboratively with the hospital CMO to ensure delivery of high-quality care
• Work closely with your dyad UNCPN leadership team to help ensure goals are collaboratively met along with UNC Caldwell Memorial Hospital
• EMR - Epic
• In-house specialty backup available from Cardiology, Nephrology, General Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Vascular Surgery, ENT, Pulmonology, Podiatry, Urology
• Location - 321 Mulberry Street, SW, Lenoir, NC 28645

Requirements:

• Active Medical License
• Board Certified/Board Eligible
• Over 3 years of inpatient clinical experience, with leadership experience preferred

Lifestyle, Scenery, Recreation, Friendship, Professional Career - Have it ALL!

• Location in the Beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Northwestern North Carolina with 4 seasons!
• Proximity to higher education opportunities: Appalachian State University in Boone, NC; Lenoir-Rhyne University in Hickory, NC; Caldwell Community College & Technical Institute in Hudson, NC
• One hour-and-ten-minutes travel time each to: Charlotte Douglas International Airport; the eclectic attractions of Asheville; the arts and history of Winston-Salem; and only 20 minutes to the North Carolina High Country and the mountain resort community of Blowing Rock.

Additional Considerations:

• We offer a highly competitive compensation package and benefits including a sign-on bonus, quality incentive bonus, CME, retirement savings plan, and malpractice coverage.
• We also prioritize work-life balance and flexibility in this position.

To be considered, please email your CV to [e-mail]