Regional Hospitalist Medicine Director- BJC MedicalGroup

Additional Information About the Role BJC MedicalGroup is seeking a Regional Hospitalist Medical Director The Regional Hospitalist Medical Director is responsible for providing strategic, clinical, and operational leadership for hospital medicine programs across five distinct markets. In guiding the site-specific medical directors, this leader ensures the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care, alignment with system organizational goals, and fosters collaboration among interdisciplinary teams to achieve clinical and operational excellence. This role requires dynamic leadership to develop and implement best practices, drive performance improvement, and advance the growth of hospital medicine services while adapting to the unique needs of each market within BJC East. Work Environment : This position requires frequent travel between local markets and facilities. Flexibility to adapt to diverse operational needs and market dynamics is essential. This position is a 0.8 administrative position, with the remaining 0.2 clinical FTE spread across different markets. Experience : Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in hospital medicine, with at least 3 years in a leadership or administrative role. Proven ability to manage multi-site or multi-market operations effectively. Demonstrated success in quality improvement, clinical program development, and team leadership, and change management. Experience in graduate medical education programs preferred. Skills & Competencies : Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on data-driven decision-making. Ability to balance clinical and operational responsibilities effectively. Adept at fostering collaboration across diverse teams and stakeholders. Key Responsibilities : Strategic Leadership : Develop and implement a strategic vision for hospital medicine services across the assigned markets. Collaborate with executive leadership (BJCMG and HSO-specific) to align hospital medicine goals with broader organizational objectives. Identify opportunities for service line growth, market expansion, and program development. Oversee integration of innovative care models, including telemedicine and other technologies. Clinical Oversight : Ensure clinical excellence and adherence to evidence-based protocols across all sites. Monitor quality metrics, patient outcomes, and performance standards, driving continuous improvement. Champion patient safety, care standardization, and best practices across the service line. Serve as a resource for complex patient care issues and clinical decision-making, in partnership with site-specific BJCMG hospital medicine medical directors and other key BJC-East leaders. Operational Management : In partnership with the Director of Hospital Medicine, oversee staffing models, provider schedules, and recruitment strategies to meet service demands. In partnership with the Director of Hospital Medicine, manage budgets, resource allocation, and financial performance for hospital medicine programs. Collaborate with market leaders and hospital administrators to address operational challenges. Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies Team Leadership & Development : Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for hospitalists and advanced practice providers (APPs). Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and engagement among providers. Act as a liaison between hospitalist teams, market leaders, and executive leadership. Performance Metrics & Reporting : Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs), including length of stay, readmission rates, patient satisfaction, and provider productivity. Deliver regular performance updates and strategic recommendations to senior leadership. Stakeholder Engagement : Build strong relationships with healthcare providers, hospital administrators, and community partners. Represent the hospital medicine service line in BJCMG and system-level initiatives. Advocate for resources and policies to support the hospitalist workforce and enhance patient care. For questions and further details, please reach out to Amy Taylor at amy.taylor@bjc.org Overview BJC Medical Group is the multi-specialty physician organization of BJC HealthCare and includes over 600 doctors and advanced practice providers who are affiliated with the top-ranked hospitals in the area. Since 1994, BJC Medical Group has provided access to the world’s best medicine through caring people and integrated systems. The providers are nationally recognized for excellent patient satisfaction and quality health care. BJC Medical Group physicians are trained and certified in over 25 medical specialties and serve patients in more than 125 locations in the greater St. Louis, mid-Missouri and southern Illinois areas. Preferred Qualifications Role Purpose The physician will provide professional medical services within the practicing Specialty to the best of physician’s ability through direct patient care and spend additional time as necessary to perform other related duties such as completing medical records, providing MyChart consultations and inbasket management, conducting patient-specific education and collaborating with advanced practice providers and care team members. Responsibilities Manages the medical care of patient panel by providing or otherwise arranging for inpatient hospital care of physician’s patients, either through regular hospital rounds, making arrangements with one or more hospitalist(s) or other qualified physician to provide coverage for physician’s hospitalized patients consistent with Medical Staff requirements. Collaborates with patients, families, and members of the care team to ensure excellent patient care outcomes at the clinic location(s) designated by BJC and any other BJC clinical outreach location to which physician may be assigned as patient care demands. Performs and documents medical histories and physicals in the patient’s medical record as required by hospital medical staff bylaws. Provides or arranges for call coverage for clinic patients and inpatient call coverage in a manner acceptable to BJC and in accordance with Medical Staff bylaws, while observing and following all BJC policies and procedures and all applicable legal, ethical and professional standards. Collaborates and teaches advanced practice providers, support staff or any care team member assigned in the care of physician’s patient panel. BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job. Minimum Requirements Education Doctorate-Medicine Experience Supervisor Experience No Experience Licenses & Certifications BOARD ELIGIBLE OR BOARD CERTIFIED IN PRACTICING SPECIALTY Licensed Physician Preferred Requirements Experience 2-5 years Benefits and Legal Statement BJC Total Rewards At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being. Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date Disability insurance

• paid for by BJC Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution 401(k) plan with BJC match Tuition Assistance available on first day BJC Institute for Learning and Development Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time Adoption assistance To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary
• Not all benefits apply to all jobs The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer d24ad0b8-823f-4e68-a892-2986ccdf7392