Hospital Medicine Medical Director | Physician Led Group!
Job Description
Leadership. Strategy. Purpose.
\nIn hospital medicine, clinical leadership drives meaningful change. Our physician teams deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care throughout the inpatient journey, ensuring timely decisions, coordinated treatment plans, and seamless transitions. We lead with clarity, compassion, and a commitment to operational excellence.
\n With a national footprint and decades of experience, our hospital medicine programs are built on strong physician leadership, data-driven performance, and a culture of collaboration. Whether managing complex cases or optimizing hospital workflows, our hospitalists are empowered to make a lasting impact, supported by systems that prioritize autonomy, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Lead Patient-Centered Care as a Medical Director in Lufkin, Texas at CHI St. Luke's Health Memorial
\nWe believe in bringing "better" to our local community in Lufkin - better care, better collaboration, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. If you're looking for a role that supports your professional growth and your connection to a vibrant community, we'd love to talk.
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At CHI St. Luke's Health Memorial in Lufkin, our strong, collaborative team includes thirteen physicians.
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We are an integral part of our hospital community and a valued strategic partner, maintaining great relationships with hospital leadership.
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Our team actively participates in committees and leadership roles to support quality and process improvement.
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Qualifications:
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Board-certified/eligible in family or internal medicine.
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Minimum of one year in hospital medicine as a leader in an associate medical director or director-level role.
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We proudly sponsor H1B visa candidates and provide in-house visa specialists, licensing, and credentialing support. All required visa filing fees are covered by Sound.
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Scheduling:
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A combination of clinical and administrative time.
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10 clinical shifts per month, and 60 hours a month of protected administrative time.
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Key Responsibilities:
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Provide oversight and leadership to a team of seasoned providers.
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Collaborate with both Sound Physicians leaders, as well as hospital leaders, in meeting key goals in care delivery and quality metrics.
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Living and Working in Lufkin:
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Lufkin, Texas, is often considered a great place to live due to its welcoming community, affordable cost of living, and proximity to natural attractions such as the Davy Crockett National Forest.
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Residents appreciate the small-town atmosphere, friendly neighbors, and diverse outdoor activities, making it an appealing location for those seeking a balanced and comfortable lifestyle.
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Lufkin is about 2 hours from Houston.
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Rewards and Compensation:
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Compensation: Highly competitive salary and benefits.
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Generous medical director stipend and management bonus incentive.
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Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
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401k with matching contributions.
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Paid malpractice insurance with tail coverage.
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Mental health counseling.
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Annual CME allowance.
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Relocation assistance available.
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Leadership development programs.
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Continuing education and professional licensing support.
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