BAPTIST SYSTEM MEDICAL DIRECTOR

DESCRIPTION

Lead with purpose. Drive clinical excellence. Shape the future of acute care.
TeamHealth is seeking an accomplished hospital medicine physician leader to
serve as system medical director for hospital medicine and emergency medicine
across Montgomery, Alabama, for the Baptist Health System. This highly visible
leadership role offers the opportunity to partner with executive and operational
leaders to advance quality, safety, physician engagement, operational
performance and strategic growth across two essential service lines in three
facilities. 

As system medical director, you will provide clinical oversight and strategic
direction for HM and EM  programs, fostering collaboration across
multidisciplinary teams while promoting a culture of excellence, accountability
and patient-centered care. 

Key Responsibilities

* Provide physician leadership for hospital medicine and emergency medicine
services across the health system
* Champion quality improvement initiatives, patient safety, and evidence-based
clinical practice
* Collaborate with hospital administration to achieve strategic, financial and
operational goals
* Mentor and develop physician leaders while cultivating a highly engaged
clinical team
* Drive performance metrics related to patient experience, throughput, clinical
outcomes, and clinician satisfaction
* Partner with nursing and executive leadership to strengthen interdisciplinary
collaboration
* Support physician recruitment, retention, and succession planning
* Lead process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency and optimize
patient care

Qualifications

* Board certified in internal medicine
* Demonstrated leadership experience in hospital medicine
* Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills
* Passion for quality improvement, physician engagement and transformational
leadership

Why Baptist Health?

Baptist Health is a trusted regional healthcare system serving Central Alabama
through multiple hospitals, including Baptist Medical Center South, the region's
largest hospital and home to Central Alabama's only Level I Trauma Center,
Baptist Medical Center East and Prattville Baptist Hospital, leading community
hospitals recognized for women's and children's services and outstanding patient
safety. The system is committed to delivering exceptional, compassionate care
while investing in innovation, physician leadership and clinical excellence.

If you're an innovative physician leader ready to make a lasting impact across
an integrated healthcare system, we'd love to connect with you. Apply today!

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City Caption

Montgomery is a "capital" location!

City Description

This southern metropolitan area is located on the Alabama River and is home to
Alabama State University. Proximity to gulf beaches, lakes and mountains, as
well as 200 days of sunshine throughout the year, 90 city parks, a vibrant
riverfront and 175 miles of pedestrian/cycling infrastructure makes for
excellent livability! Montgomery is known for its renaissance of historic
downtown and redevelopment of the riverfront. Enjoy living in the showplace for
southern hospitality, beautiful weather, and high-tech jobs.

Facility Caption

Montgomery's largest healthcare facility

Facility Description

This facility has been a part of the community since 1963, and is a 454-bed,
not-for-profit medical center. The area recognizes Baptist Medical Center South
for its leading services in cardiovascular, orthopedic, neurology, and surgery.
Its services have expanded to include an accredited sleep disorders center,
regional neonatal intensive care unit, chest pain diagnosis and treatment center
within the emergency department, behavioral health treatment facility and family
centered maternity center.

Job Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Monthly leadership stipend
• Great health benefits
• Flexible scheduling
• Sign-on and relocation incentives
• Access to TeamHealth's clinician wellness program and referral program
• Association with a leading physician practice in the U. S.
• Stability of a respected industry leader
• Leadership and growth opportunities to further your career
• Practice with confidence as a member of TeamHealth's National Patient Safety