Rochester Regional Health Systems

Medical Director, Medical Short Stay Unit

Rochester Regional Health Systems • $200K — $300K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) or Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree required.
  • Active Physician license in New York State.
  • 5+ years of experience in clinical practice, preferably in a leadership role.
  • Strong knowledge of health outcomes and patient care protocols.
  • Demonstrated ability in operational oversight and process improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Manage patient flow within the Medical Short Stay Unit effectively.
  • Optimize patient throughput to enhance efficiency and reduce admissions.
  • Implement initiatives to improve care protocols and patient satisfaction within the first six months.
  • Use clinical expertise to preempt unnecessary interventions and drive health outcomes.
  • Lead a team focused on evidence-based decision-making in patient care.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation structured between administrative and clinical duties.
  • Incentives based on clinical performance and efficiency.
  • Comprehensive health and welfare benefits package.
  • Four weeks of paid vacation annually for work-life balance.
  • Up to five days for Continuing Medical Education and an allowance for professional development.
Full Job Description
Medical Director, Medical Short Stay Unit: Redefine Precision. Elevate Care. Drive Outcomes.

At Rochester Regional Health, our Medical Short Stay Unit (MSSU) empowers physicians to make decisive, evidence-based choices that transform patient experiences and drive superior health outcomes. As Medical Director, you'll lead our MSSU team in delivering efficient, targeted care, reducing hospital admissions, and ensuring patients receive the right care at the right time. This role combines clinical leadership with operational oversight, offering you the chance to shape a patient-centered, results-driven model that enhances quality across our system.

Why You'll Thrive Here:
  • Competitive Compensation: Annual salary split between administrative and clinical duties, rewarding both your leadership and patient care expertise.
  • Incentive Compensation: Eligible for additional incentives based on clinical performance, recognizing your dedication to delivering high-quality, efficient care.
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package: Access to a full range of health and welfare benefits as part of our physician benefit package.
  • Generous Paid Time Off: Four weeks of vacation annually, supporting your work-life balance.
  • Professional Development: Up to five days and an additional allowance each year dedicated to Continuing Medical Education and professional growth.


Premier Tertiary Care Setting:
  • Located at Rochester General Hospital, a 640-bed tertiary care facility, you'll be at the forefront of specialized, high-impact care in a dynamic environment.


What You'll Accomplish:
  • Optimize Patient Throughput: Effectively manage patient flow in the MSSU, enhancing throughput, reducing unnecessary admissions, and enabling timely discharges.
  • Drive Improved Health Outcomes: Use your clinical expertise to deliver high-quality, short-stay care that preempts more intensive interventions.
  • Refine and Elevate Care Protocols: Within your first six months, you'll lead initiatives to streamline processes, improving both efficiency and patient satisfaction.


Shape the Future of Patient Care in the Medical Short Stay Unit

If you're driven to create lasting, meaningful change through expert patient care and operational efficiency, we're here for you. Join us to elevate care in the Medical Short Stay Unit and set a new standard in healthcare excellence.

Apply today to be part of a team dedicated to advancing patient outcomes and redefining the future of healthcare.

EDUCATION:
DO, MD

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:
Physician - New York State Education Department (NYSED)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
L - Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly; requires occasional walking, standing or squatting.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee's physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:
$200,000.00 - $300,000.00

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14621

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

About Rochester Regional Health Systems

Rochester Regional Health is a health care system based in Rochester, New York. The system was formed in 2014 through the merger of Rochester General Health System and Unity Health System. Rochester Regional Health provides a wide range of health care services, including primary care, specialty care, and hospital services. The system operates five hospitals and numerous outpatient clinics and physician practices. Rochester Regional Health is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care and has been recognized for its clinical excellence and patient satisfaction.
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