Hospitalist Medical Director
Washington, DC
Leadership. Strategy. Purpose.
In 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.
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.
- Job Type: Full Time
- Job Level: Medical Director
- Shift: Day
- Travel: No
Hospitalist Medical Director
Washington, DC
Job ID:
JOB-001082
Category:
Hospital Medicine
Advance Clinical Excellence as a Hospitalist Medical Director in Washington, DC at Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center
We believe in bringing “better” to our local community here in Washington, DC —better care, better collaboration, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. We'd love to talk if you’re looking for a role that supports your professional growth and connection to a vibrant city.
Local Team Collaboration:
- We’re a welcoming team of 6 physicians and 2 advanced practitioners who work closely with other hospital staff and departments at Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center to deliver the best possible quality of care to our patients.
- Our dedicated team consists of two physicians and one APP during the day, as well as one physician Nocturnist at night.
- We are an integral part of our hospital community and a valued strategic partner, maintaining great relationships with hospital leadership.
- We focus on utilization management (UM), compliance, and clinical documentation improvement (CDI) to support hospital performance.
- Our dedicated site coordinator will help maintain a healthy work-life balance.
- Sound's team also covers the Emergency Department at Cedar Hill RMC.
Qualifications:
- A Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
- Board-certified in internal medicine or family medicine.
- Prior Hospitalist Medical Director or Leadership experience required.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
Scheduling:
- This Medical Director position is 100% clinical.
- 7-days-on, 7-days-off rotation.
- Hours are 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with Sound Physician leaders who work to enhance hospital services as the Medical Director of hospitalist services.
- Lead efforts in utilization management, compliance, and clinical documentation improvement at Piedmont Macon Northside.
- Collaborate with hospital administration to identify and implement performance improvement initiatives, such as length of stay, readmissions, and regulatory compliance.
- As a day hospitalist, you will experience an average census of 16 patients with 1-2 admissions per day.
- Organize and participate in monthly team meetings to review performance, address outstanding practice matters, and support our network of physicians.
- We work in Oracle Health (formerly Cerner) with access to our internal informatics platform.
Living and Working in Washington, DC:
Washington, DC, the U.S. capital, is a compact city on the Potomac River, bordering the states of Maryland and Virginia. DC is the epicenter of the federal government and features world-class museums, historic neighborhoods, and iconic national monuments. Experience local DC culture, dining, and boutique shopping in historic areas like Georgetown, the vibrant riverfront at The Wharf, or the artsy corridors of Adams Morgan. Despite being a major city, D.C. has immense green spaces like Rock Creek Park, the National Arboretum, and the National Mall for running, cycling, and picnics. With Cedar Hill RMC located on the Green Line, you have excellent commuting flexibility.
Rewards and Compensation:
- The base salary for the Medical Director position is $320,000/year, with opportunities for performance-based and management bonuses. Additional compensation is paid for shifts worked above the full-time commitment.
Jill Albach, Associate Sr. Director, Clinical Recruitment | jalbach@soundphysicians.com | (301) 532-2828
Our values in action
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Uncompromising Care:
You deliver thoughtful, evidence-based care across diverse inpatient populations. We support you with tools and workflows that enhance your clinical impact—because every patient deserves excellence.
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Collaboration:
You’re part of a tightly integrated team of hospitalists who work in partnership with nurses, specialists, and case managers to ensure coordinated, efficient care throughout the hospital stay.
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Accountability:
You lead with intention—owning your role in shaping hospital strategy, mentoring peers, and driving performance across key metrics like length of stay, readmissions, and patient satisfaction.
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Ingenuity & Empathy:
You bring steady leadership and innovative thinking to complex clinical and operational challenges, balancing precision with compassion for patients, families, and your team.
Career Path
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Practicing
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Single-site Leadership
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Multi-site Leadership
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Practicing :
Start your journey as a practicing clinician, focused on delivering exceptional patient care while building foundational leadership skills. This stage prepares you for future opportunities to lead and influence.
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Single-site Leadership :
Step into leadership at the practice level as an Associate Medical Director or Medical Director. In these roles, you’ll guide clinical teams, collaborate with hospital partners, and ensure operational and clinical excellence at a single site.
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Multi-site Leadership :
Expand your impact by overseeing multiple practices as a System Medical Director, Regional Medical Director, or Regional Chief Medical Officer. These roles involve strategic leadership, mentoring physician leaders, and driving performance across a region.
Hear from our team
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“In Savannah, most of us have been together 12 to 20 years. That doesn’t happen by accident—it happens because people genuinely enjoy showing up for each other.”
Mihir Patel, MD, MBA, CPE
Chief Executive Officer, Hospital Medicine -

“My job is to clear the path so local leaders can succeed. They know their hospitals better than anyone. We’re here to give them the tools, the data, and the support — not to micromanage them.”
Chia-Shing Yang, MD
Regional President, Hospital Medicine -

“I moved states for this role. I knew right away—after meeting the team—that this was the kind of environment where I could grow and be supported.”
Sunny Pattar, MD
Medical Director, Hospital Medicine -

“We’re proud of the impact we’re making. It’s real, it’s measurable, and it’s felt in our communities.”
Karen Allen, MD
Divisional Chief Medical Officer
Rewards
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Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
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Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Match & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
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Wellness Programs (Kaia Health, Maven, Real Appeal)
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Short & Long-Term Disability
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401K with company match
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Leadership Development Programs (e.g., LEAD)
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CME Reimbursement
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Physician Mental Health Counseling
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Continuing Education & Professional Licensing Support
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