Clinical Leadership Careers
Where Leadership Is a Shared Responsibility
At Sound Physicians, clinical leadership is defined by impact, not titles. We believe that when clinicians are empowered to lead at every level of practice, they drive better care, build stronger teams, and create lasting change in their communities. Whether you're a physician, advanced practice provider, or clinical director, you’ll find opportunities to lead with purpose, supported by a national infrastructure and a culture that values your voice.
Our clinical leaders are care catalysts. They mentor, innovate, and collaborate to shape care delivery in real time. From bedside decisions to strategic initiatives, they guide teams with humility, clinical excellence, and a deep commitment to patient outcomes.
Clinical leadership at Sound is about more than managing teams. It’s about inspiring others, driving change, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. If you're ready to lead with purpose and collaborate with exceptional teams, explore leadership opportunities across our service lines and discover how you can help shape the future of care.
Explore Careers in Clinician Leadership
Join a team where leadership is shaped by care, collaboration, and clinical expertise. As a clinical leader at Sound, you’ll guide care models, mentor clinicians, and elevate the quality of care—making a lasting difference for patients and clinical teams.
Empowered Leadership with Local Autonomy
Leadership at Sound is built on trust. We empower local leaders to shape their practice, set team norms, and respond to the unique needs of their communities. With access to national best practices, operational support, and peer networks, our clinical leaders are equipped to drive meaningful change while maintaining the autonomy that makes their programs thrive.
Each site is supported by real-time data, clinical resources, and a network of peers who share insights and innovations. This balance of support and independence allows our leaders to focus on what matters most—providing exceptional care.
Collaborative Culture with Shared Purpose
We foster a culture where every clinician’s voice matters. Our leadership model encourages collaboration across disciplines, including hospital medicine, emergency medicine, critical care, anesthesia, telemedicine, and long-term care. Clinical leaders play a vital role in mentoring, coaching, and building teams that trust one another and work toward a shared goal: uncompromising care.
Our teams work together to remove barriers, elevate care, and ensure patients receive the right treatment at the right time. This culture of inclusion and mutual respect is the foundation of our success.
Invested in You, Backed by Us
We invest deeply in every clinical leader, ensuring you have the support, tools, and infrastructure to thrive from day one. Our national teams partner with you across recruiting, onboarding, clinical operations, and administrative functions, reducing operational burden so you can stay focused on what matters most—patient care, team development, and sustainable performance. You’ll have access to real‑time data, evidence‑based best practices, peer mentorship, and leadership development programs tailored to your career goals.
Beyond the day‑to‑day, we prioritize long‑term growth. From leadership academies and CE-accredited education to coaching, forums, and peer‑led learning communities, you’re surrounded by resources designed to strengthen your skills and empower your leadership journey. At Sound, you’re never leading alone—you’re backed by a network built to help you succeed.
Purposeful Growth with Lasting Impact
Leadership at Sound is a journey—and we invest in it at every stage. Our tailored development programs for physicians and advanced practice providers include leadership academies, CE-accredited education, and opportunities to contribute to national thought leadership. Whether you’re guiding a local team or shaping system-wide strategy, your growth is our priority.
We also recognize that not every clinician chooses a leadership path. That’s why we provide individual development plans and resources to support professional growth for all clinicians. From skill-building to career advancement, we ensure every team member has the tools to thrive.
Our leaders engage in teaching, innovation, and continuous learning. Through national forums, podcasts, and peer-led webinars, they share insights and help shape the future of healthcare.
Leading Change, Elevating Care
Clinical leaders at Sound are catalysts for meaningful transformation. With the ability to influence quality, operations, culture, and patient experience, you play a pivotal role in shaping care models that raise performance and strengthen hospital partnerships. You lead high‑performing teams, align clinicians around shared goals, and champion initiatives that drive measurable improvements in outcomes and experience.
Your leadership extends far beyond the bedside. Through collaboration with local partners and national teams, you help innovate, problem‑solve, and design the future of care delivery across diverse settings. Every decision, conversation, and connection contributes to creating a stronger, more resilient health system—and better care for the communities we serve.
Clinician Experience Is Strong and Consistently Positive
4.0/5.0
Clinicians feel supported and equipped to do their jobs*
*Source: 2025 Clinical Leader & Bedside Clinician Surveys
4.2/5.0
Teams feel inspired at work*
*Source: 2025 Clinical Leader & Bedside Clinician Surveys
4.4/5.0
Clinicians see themselves here one year from now*
*Source: 2025 Clinical Leader & Bedside Clinician Surveys
4.3/5.0
Clinical leaders feel empowered to lead their practice*
*Source: 2025 Clinical Leader & Bedside Clinician Surveys
Hear from our team
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“The best part about being a medical director at Sound is that you are empowered to lead your site in an autonomous fashion. … we trust our medical directors, and at the same time, we provide the resources and support you need to succeed.”
Sanjay Iyer, MD
National Medical Director of Practice Performance -

“You’re never asked to do this alone. We have national resources — HR, operations, analytics, best practice sharing — that make the expectations of the job attainable and sustainable. ”
Karen Allen, MD
Regional Medical Director -

“If you’re a medical director thinking about joining Sound, know this: we invest in you.. There’s a clear path—from local leadership to regional and even executive positions.”
Roberta Luskin‑Hawk, MD
Regional President -

“Sound has a program called Emerging Leaders that was an excellent opportunity for me to learn more about myself and develop leadership skills. It helped me grow from an associate medical director to a medical director, and I’ve encouraged colleagues to join because it’s such a valuable experience.”
Noele Morse, DNP, MS, CRNA, CENP, NEA-BC
Chief Anesthetist Officer
Roles for you
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- Emergency Medicine Medical Director - Ambassador Travel Team New York, NY
- Emergency Medicine Medical Director - Ambassador Travel Team Denver, CO
- Medical Director, Anesthesiology Denver, CO
- Medical Director, Emergency Medicine Bowling Green, KY
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