Medical Director - Hospitalist
- Pittsfield, MA
- Up to $332/hr
- Full-time
Job description
Co‑Medical Director, Hospital Medicine
Berkshire Health Systems – Pittsfield, MA
About Berkshire Health Systems Berkshire Health Systems (BHS) is a leading, award‑winning healthcare system serving the Berkshire region of Western Massachusetts. With a strong commitment to high‑quality, patient‑centered care, BHS supports a collaborative medical community, robust clinical resources, and a culture that values innovation, professional growth, and physician leadership.
Position Overview
BHS is seeking a dynamic Co‑Medical Director of Hospital Medicine to help lead a high‑performing inpatient program. In a shared leadership model, the Co‑Medical Directors guide clinical operations, provider engagement, patient experience, and systemwide throughput initiatives. This role is ideal for a physician leader who thrives at the intersection of clinical excellence, operational improvement, and team development.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Operations & Workflow
• Standardize and optimize inpatient workflows
• Partner with interdisciplinary teams to improve efficiency and care quality
• Remove operational barriers impacting performance
Provider Leadership
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and mentorship
• Foster engagement, well‑being, and retention
Patient Experience
• Oversee patient experience strategies and performance
• Collaborate across teams to elevate the patient journey
Systemwide Patient Flow
• Co‑lead throughput strategy and daily flow management
• Partner across departments to reduce barriers to movement
• Provide physician oversight to the Care Coordination Center
• Align LOS and capacity strategies with organizational goals
Observation Medicine
• Lead protocols, rounding standards, and staffing optimization
• Monitor KPIs and drive Observation LOS improvements
Performance Improvement
• Monitor LOS, capacity, and operational analytics
• Lead structured improvement initiatives (Lean, PDSA, etc.)
Qualifications
• MD/DO with Board Certification in Internal Medicine
• Demonstrated leadership experience in hospital operations or throughput
• Strong communication, collaboration, and analytical skills
• Leadership development experience preferred
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