What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospitalist Program Medical Director | Easy Commute From Columbia! position at Sound Physicians?
Make an Impact Where It Matters Most as a Medical Director in Aiken, South Carolina
Bring better to the bedside in Aiken. In this role, you’ll combine clinical skill with purpose, delivering patient-centered care and driving performance in a supportive environment. You’ll have the autonomy to lead and the resources to grow— while making a difference for patients and families every day.
Local Team Collaboration:
- At Aiken Regional Medical Center, our strong, collaborative team includes 11 physicians, 6 advanced practice providers, a clinical performance nurse, and a practice manager.
- Our team works with Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, and Transitional Year residents.
- Partner with local Sound Physicians Emergency Medicine and Critical Care teams to deliver coordinated patient-centered care and smooth transitions across care settings.
Qualifications:
- Board-certified in family or internal medicine.
- Prior hospitalist medical director or leadership experience required.
- H1B visa sponsorship available with dedicated in-house visa, licensing, and credentialing support.
Scheduling:
- The schedule is split between administrative and clinical shifts, giving you a mix of clinical responsibilities and dedicated administrative time to support patient care and leadership or program development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain an active clinical role caring for hospitalized patients.
- Collaborate with hospital executives, physician leaders, and service line partners to advance organizational goals and initiatives.
- Lead and support the day-to-day operations of the hospital medicine program.
- Drive efforts focused on quality improvement, patient experience, operational excellence, and physician engagement.
- Foster a collaborative, high-performing culture among physicians, APPs, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Support the recruitment, retention, development, and engagement of hospital medicine providers.
- Champion best practices, clinical excellence, and continuous program improvement.
Living and Working in Aiken:
- Aiken, SC, is a charming and welcoming community known for its rich equestrian culture, picturesque landscapes, and Southern hospitality. Residents enjoy a relaxed pace of life, diverse recreational activities, and a strong sense of community, making Aiken an ideal place for those seeking a blend of small-town charm and cultural vibrancy. Aiken is also a commutable distance from Augusta, GA, and Lexington, SC.
Rewards and Compensation:
- Highly competitive salary and benefits.
Caroline McLean, Clinical Recruiter | cmclean@soundphysicians.com | (863) 273-8801