Hospitalist Medical Director

Job Description

Company Description

Jupiter Medical Center is the premier destination for world-class health care in Palm Beach County and the greater Treasure Coast. Recognized by the Leapfrog Group as a “Top General Hospital” in 2023, it is acclaimed for quality, patient safety, and patient satisfaction. The only hospital in its region with a 4-star rating from CMS, Jupiter Medical Center is renowned for its outstanding physicians, state-of-the-art facilities, and innovative techniques. As the region’s only independent, not-for-profit hospital, it offers specialized care in orthopedics, spine care, cancer, cardiology, neuroscience, and more.

Our hospitalist program presently has 8 daytime physicians and 2 nocturnist physicians, along with APPs.

7 on / 7 off model for them.

This position will be approximately 70-75% clinical and 25-30% administrative with dedicated administrative days.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Hospitalist Medical Director based in Jupiter, FL. The Hospitalist Medical Director will oversee the daily operations of the hospitalist program, manage the hospitalist team, ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care, and develop and enforce clinical protocols. The role involves coordinating with other departments, managing patient flow and resource utilization, and participating in quality improvement initiatives. Additionally, the Medical Director will provide direct patient care, mentor staff, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Medical degree (MD or DO) and board certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
• Current, unrestricted medical license in the state of Florida
• Experience in hospitalist medicine and healthcare administration
• Strong leadership, team management, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in developing and implementing clinical protocols and quality improvement initiatives
• Excellent patient care, diagnostic, and treatment skills
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations and compliance requirements
• Commitment to continued medical education and professional development