Medical Director of Hospitalist Program-211 beds Hattiesburg, MS

Merit Health Wesley is seeking a Medical Director for its Hospitalist Program at a 211-bed facility. This leadership role offers the opportunity to guide a high-performing inpatient medicine team within a collaborative, hospital-employed environment focused on quality, efficiency, and patient-centered care. At Merit Health Wesley, you’ll be part of Community Health Systems, a national network of regional hospitals with a shared mission to deliver high-quality care where it’s needed most — close to home. Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership for the hospitalist program
• Oversee inpatient care delivery and support physician team performance
• Ensure adherence to hospital quality metrics and patient safety initiatives
• Participate in clinical care including admissions, rounding, and inpatient management
• Perform and support procedures including:
  • Central line placement
  • Intubations
  • Code response and resuscitation management
• Collaborate with hospital administration, nursing leadership, and specialty services
• Support scheduling, workflow optimization, and program development

Position Highlights

• Hospital-employed leadership role
• 7-on / 7-off schedule
• 211-bed hospital setting
• Procedural competency required (lines, intubations, codes)
• Opportunity to shape and grow an established hospitalist program

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine
• Prior hospitalist experience required; leadership experience preferred
• Current Mississippi medical license or eligibility for licensure
• Strong procedural skills (lines, intubations, codes)
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and team-building abilities

Recruitment Package May Include

• Compensation based on experience
• Commencement bonus
• Medical education debt assistance
• Relocation assistance
• CME allowance
• Quality metrics bonus

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you.
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About the Hospital

Merit Health Wesley is a 211-bed acute care hospital located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. The hospital provides comprehensive medical and surgical services, emergency care, and specialty services to residents of South Mississippi. Merit Health Wesley continues to evolve to meet the changing healthcare needs of the region while maintaining a commitment to compassionate, quality care.

Community

Hattiesburg is a regional hub in southern Mississippi with a population of approximately 45,000 and is home to The University of Southern Mississippi. Known as “The Hub City,” Hattiesburg offers a low cost of living, access to major Gulf Coast and regional cities, and cultural attractions, including museums, theaters, and historic landmarks.

About Community Health Systems

Community Health Systems, Inc. (CHS) is one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers. Developing and operating healthcare delivery systems in 36 distinct markets across 13 states, CHS is committed to helping people get well and live healthier. CHS operates 60+ acute-care hospitals and more than 1,000 other sites of care, including physician practices, urgent care centers, freestanding emergency departments, occupational medicine clinics, imaging centers, cancer centers and ambulatory surgery centers.

From Alaska to Florida, our affiliated hospitals are the cornerstones of their communities. These local hospitals and healthcare systems play a vital role by providing close to home care and peace of mind for millions of people each year.

Our affiliated hospitals have the flexibility to meet individual needs and the ability to offer competitive recruitment packages and start-up incentives. Hundreds of physicians choose CHS affiliated hospitals each year for quality of care and quality of life.