Director Hospital Based Physician Services - GCHSWF Pediatric Intensivists - Golisano Hospital
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Job description
Location:Golisano Children's Hospital -9981 S. HealthPark DriveFort Myers FL 33908
Department: GCHSWF Pediatric Intensivists
Work Type: Full Time
Shift: Shift 1/8:00:00 AM to 4:00:00 PM
Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$38.48 - $50.01 / hour
Summary
Director, Hospital-Based Physician Services Pediatric Intensivists
Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida
Are you a strategic pediatric healthcare leader ready to shape the future of hospital-based specialty care?
Lee Health is seeking an experienced, visionary Director of Hospital-Based Physician Services Pediatric Intensivists to provide executive-level leadership at Golisano Childrens Hospital. This high-impact role oversees hospital-based pediatric physicians and Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) across multiple critical service lines, ensuring operational excellence, financial stewardship, and exceptional patient outcomes.
This opportunity is ideal for seasoned pediatric leadership professionals who thrive in complex clinical environments and are passionate about advancing childrens healthcare.
🔎 Position Overview
The Director provides operational, financial, and personnel oversight for hospital-based pediatric providers, functioning in close partnership with Practice Directors and physician leadership.
Scope of Responsibility
Oversight of approximately 60 physicians and APPs
Includes full-time, PRN, and locum providers
Leadership across:
Pediatric Emergency Department
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
Pediatric Hospitalist Program
No daily travel required (very infrequent as needed)
Standard business hours with flexibility based on operational needs
Examples: evening physician meetings, hurricane preparedness coordination
🏥 Key Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership for hospital-based pediatric physician services
Partner closely with clinical and administrative leaders to ensure quality, safety, and performance excellence
Oversee:
Finance and budget management
Coding and billing oversight
Provider scheduling and productivity
Timekeeping and payroll oversight
Personnel management, engagement, and performance
Support recruitment, retention, and onboarding of high-level pediatric providers
Ensure regulatory compliance and alignment with system-wide standards
Lead through collaboration, transparency, and operational rigor
🌟 Ideal Candidate Profile
We are seeking a highly accomplished healthcare leader who brings:
Senior-level experience in hospital-based physician operations
Strong understanding of pediatric specialty services
Demonstrated success managing large provider teams
Expertise in financial oversight, provider productivity, and revenue cycle fundamentals
Strategic mindset with the ability to execute tactically
Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
Experience navigating high-acuity hospital environments
Candidates with experience in pediatric intensivist environments or childrens hospital leadership strongly preferred.
💼 Why Join Lee Health & Golisano Childrens Hospital?
Lead one of Southwest Floridas most respected pediatric hospital programs
Influence the direction of critical pediatric service lines
Collaborate with executive leadership in a highly visible role
Make a measurable impact on children and families across the region
Work within a mission-driven, not-for-profit health system
If you are a forward-thinking pediatric healthcare executive ready to lead at scale, we invite you to explore this exceptional leadership opportunity.
Apply today to shape the future of hospital-based pediatric care.
Provides operational leadership and support to multiple hospital-based physician services. The Director will work in collaboration with dyad partners in the acute and post-acute setting. This position reports to Operations leadership and provides support to the division Medical Director. The Director is accountable for the administration and organization of practice operations, by planning and directing all functions and activities associated with business, financial, and clinical activities, including but not limited to performance metrics and workgroups, volume growth drivers, regulatory compliance, annual operating and capital budget, marketing, operational and quality performance monitoring, physician and staff education, potential new program development opportunities and assisting with other system initiatives.
Requirements
Educational Requirements
Degree/Diploma ObtainedProgram of StudyRequired/Preferredand/orBachelor'sManagementRequiredandMaster'sNursingPreferredorMaster'sHealth AdministrationPreferredorMaster'sBusiness AdministrationPreferred
Additional Requirements
Experience Requirements
Minimum Years RequiredArea of ExperienceRequired/Preferredand/or5 YearsPhysician Practice/Outpatient ManagementRequired
Additional Requirements
5 years of business and practice management experience working in health care administration, with preferred experience in ambulatory operations in an acute care hospital and ambulatory settings. Must have an extensive background in business and operations, strategic planning, multi-specialty operations, hospital based services, physician services, and public health programs.
State of Florida Licensure Requirements
LicensesRequired/Preferredand/orNot Required
Certifications/Registration Requirements
Certificates/RegistrationsRequired/Preferredand/orACMPEPreferred
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