Hospitalist Medical Director Pensacola, FL

Overview

Team Health is seeking a hospitalist facility medical director (FMD) to lead the hospitalist program at HCA - Florida West Hospital in Pensacola, Florida. This leadership role combines clinical practice with administrative oversight, offering the opportunity to guide hospital medicine operations, staffing, and quality initiatives in a large hospital system setting.

• Provide medical and administrative leadership for the hospitalist service
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, and physician performance management
• Collaborate with the recruiting team to support hiring and onboarding of top hospitalist talent
• Mentor hospitalists, APCs, and other clinical staff
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and accrediting agency standards (e.g., JCAHO, CMS)
• Develop, implement, and monitor hospitalist program policies, protocols, and quality initiatives
• Participate in regulatory surveys, clinical governance, and hospital operations committees
• Maintain clinical practice with a minimum of 4 shifts per month

• Board certified in internal medicine (IM) preferred; family medicine (FM) considered
• Previous facility medical director (FMD) experience required, preferably in a large health system (HCA or equivalent)
• Proven leadership, team-building, and operational management skills
• Strong understanding of hospitalist workflows, quality metrics, and patient care standards

Take the next step in your hospitalist leadership career - apply today!

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Pensacola, Florida, is a scenic Gulf Coast city known for its pristine white-sand beaches, historic downtown, and rich cultural heritage. Residents enjoy a high quality of life with outdoor recreation including boating, fishing, golfing, and hiking, as well as vibrant arts, dining, and music scenes. With affordable housing, excellent schools, and a welcoming community, Pensacola offers the perfect blend of relaxed coastal living and urban convenience.

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HCA - Florida West Hospital

Florida West Hospital is a full-service, 515-bed acute care hospital serving Northwest Florida and South Alabama. Part of the nationally recognized HCA Healthcare network, the hospital provides comprehensive services including cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, neurology, obstetrics, and rehabilitative medicine. The facility features an Advanced Primary Stroke Center, Accredited Chest Pain Center, and CARF-accredited rehabilitation services, delivering high-quality, patient-focused care in a modern, collaborative environment.

• Competitive compensation with sign-on and relocation bonus
• No state income tax (Florida)
• Paid professional liability insurance
• Medical benefits and 401(k) eligibility
• Access to CME, leadership development, and wellness programs through Team Health Institute
• Collaborative environment with growth and advancement opportunities