Executive Medical Director of Acute Care Medicine

Swedish Medical Group is seeking an Executive Medical Director of Acute Care Medicine to join the Swedish Edmonds Administration in Edmonds, Washington. This is a vital leadership position that serves as an administrative liaison and partner for the Swedish Edmonds Medical Staff that includes key responsibilities such as: acting as a key partner to the CNO in the oversight of clinical operations, collaborating with department heads to align medical practices with organizational goals, developing and implementing medical management strategies, completing annual performance reviews for the provider service contracts in their area of oversight, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Ideal candidates will have strong skills in leadership, clinical expertise, operational management, strategic development, and communication while also being able to take a proactive approach to service improvement initiatives. This is an opportunity to join an exceptional team of leaders at one of the top mission-driven medical organizations in the country that’s committed to improving the lives of all they serve.

• 0.5 FTE director/leadership role with no clinical responsibilities
• Must be a licensed Physician or Advanced Practice Clinician in the state of Washington with multiple years of demonstrated leadership experience
• Swedish Medical Center medical staff member in good standing
• Active Board Certification in relevant Specialty
• Active DEA Registration
• Must have Participating Provider (PAR) status with Medicare, Medicaid and applicable government programs
• Display proven skills in program and project management in complex, matrixed organizations
• Can thrive in demanding team environments while effectively managing groups of healthcare professionals
• Be able to contribute to and evolve national best practices in inpatient care delivery with a focus on patient flow
• Willing to promote patient-centered approach to quality and process improvement
• Can collaborate effectively with others, including surgical services, Providence Clinical Network, and institutes
• Adept at balancing responsibilities, developing teammates, and has the ability to grow as a leader while supporting Providence Swedish's commitment to the Quadruple Aim goals such as patient experience, sepsis mortality, hospital readmission, LOS reduction, NTSV rates, and goals of care
• Compensation is between $182,000 and $260,000 per year
• The compensation amounts listed may include productivity or quality/service incentives, call pay, extra shift incentives, as applicable to the position. In addition, providers may have CME benefits available to them

Where You’ll Work

Swedish Medical Center’s Edmonds campus is a 217-bed medical center northwest of Seattle, serving the beautiful beachfront city of Edmonds. This innovative, regional health-care delivery network provides access to the latest treatments and comprehensive services of the Swedish system. Swedish Edmonds is a recipient of the American Stroke Association's Gold-Plus Quality Achievement Award, as well as the Emergency Nurse Association Lantern Award.

Where You’ll Live

Edmonds, Washington, is a charming, thriving suburb of Seattle with an independent core of downtown businesses. On the east shore of Puget Sound, this beach and ferry town is known for its local art scene, good schools, amazing views and easy access to Seattle. Skiing, hiking and kayaking are easily accessible, and the city is complemented by Seattle’s thriving literary community and famous coffeehouses.

Who You’ll Work For

Swedish is a comprehensive health network with a long history of excellence. The Seattle-based system operates five hospitals with more than 1,500 beds, and more than 115 primary and specialty care clinics. Part of the Providence family, Swedish is world-renowned for its innovative and ground-breaking diagnoses, treatments and medical research at its five award-winning institutes: cancer, digestive health, heart and vascular, neuroscience and orthopedic. Its mission is to improve the health and well-being of each person it serves.

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran