Hospitalist - Medical Director - Manhattan, NY area - $400K

Hospitalist (Medical Director)

Community Hospital | Just Outside Manhattan, NY
Compensation: $400,000 (based on 5+ years of administrative leadership experience)
Start Date: Approximately 3 Months

We are conducting a confidential search for an experienced physician leader to serve as Director of an adult hospital medicine program at a high-performing, community-based hospital conveniently located just outside Manhattan.

This is a premier leadership opportunity within a well-established inpatient program. The incoming Director will have the ability to influence strategic direction, optimize operations, and enhance the delivery of high-quality patient care within a growing organization.

We are specifically seeking candidates with 5+ years of experience as a Hospitalist Medical Director or in a comparable hospital leadership role.

Role Overview

The Director will provide both strategic leadership and day-to-day operational oversight of the hospitalist service line, managing a team of physicians and advanced practice providers.

This leader will play a central role in advancing program performance, strengthening clinical operations, and aligning departmental initiatives with broader organizational goals.

Core Responsibilities

• Oversee recruitment, scheduling, and performance management of hospitalists and APPs
• Define and execute program goals focused on quality, efficiency, and growth
• Manage departmental operations, including financial oversight and regulatory compliance
• Collaborate with executive leadership on quality improvement, patient safety, and operational initiatives
• Track and improve key performance indicators across the program
• Promote a collaborative, accountable, high-performing team culture

Candidate Profile

• MD or DO
• Board Certified in Internal Medicine
• Completion of Internal Medicine residency
• Minimum 5 years of administrative leadership experience in hospital medicine
• Strong background in operations, quality improvement, and team development
• Eligible for or currently holding a New York State medical license (NY license strongly preferred)
• US Citizen or Green Card holder

Organization & Environment

This respected community hospital is recognized for strong clinical outcomes, a commitment to patient safety, and ongoing investment in growth and modernization. Leadership is supportive and forward-thinking, with a focus on building sustainable, high-performing inpatient programs.

Position Details

• Full-time leadership role
• Monday–Friday schedule
• Anticipated start: Summer 2026
• Compensation: $400,000 (commensurate with 5+ years of administrative leadership experience)