Lead Academic Hospitalist

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: Trinity Health Mid Atlantic - Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital has an excellent opportunity for a Lead Academic Hospitalist, located in Darby, Pennsylvania. We are seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Internal Medicine physician who will provide leadership to the Hospitalist Group at Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital, collaborating with the CMO of Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital to align the program with the strategic direction and quality initiatives of the organization. The ideal candidate will complement our culture of collaboration, compassion and professionalism while being an advocate for the patient, as well as serving the needs of the hospital. In addition to clinical responsibilities, the candidate seeking full-time employment will be responsible for coordinating daily schedules of the hospitalists, oversight and leadership to hospitalists with regard to strategic alignment with quality, patient safety, patient experience of care, physician satisfaction, denials/downgrades, and other goals of Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital, attending and participating in the committees as assigned by the CMO, working with the hospitalist group to ensure excellent and complete clinical documentation, timely response to Clinical Documentation queries, assisting in ensuring compliance with ICD-10 documentation requirements and completion of medical record discharge summaries within 24 hours of discharge. The candidate will also participate in interviewing and on-boarding of all new hospitalists. This is an exciting opportunity for the right Internal Medicine physician to be part of a well-established academic hospitalist group. RECRUITMENT PACKAGE Mercy Fitzgerald offers a competitive salary and compensation package that includes: Competitive base rate Quality Incentives Commencement Bonus Retirement Benefits CME allowance Resident coverage Professional Malpractice Coverage (claims made policy w/ tail included) Insurance Benefits Reimbursement for licensure and DEA ABOUT TRINITY HEALTH SYSTEM Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. It is a family of 123,000 colleagues and nearly 27,000 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 26 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, the Trinity Health system includes 88 hospitals, 135 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, its annual operating revenue is $21.5 billion with $1.4 billion returned to its communities in the form of charity care and other community benefit programs. Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic Region is the largest Catholic healthcare system serving the Greater Philadelphia area and is a part of Trinity Health of Livonia, Michigan, and sponsored by Catholic Health Ministries. Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic is comprised of Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital, Saint Francis Healthcare, St. Mary Medical Center, Nazareth Hospital, and Trinity Health Mid Atlantic Medical Group along with their associated home health and LIFE programs, aligned joint ventures, sub-corporations, programs, and services. The hospitals, medical offices, specialized facilities, affiliated institutions, and foundations includes more than 9,000 colleagues. These hospitals serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within their communities. Trinity Health Mid Atlantic Medical Group includes 400+ providers in over 20 specialties who provide care in 50+ locations and within all Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic Region hospitals. THMA Medical Group providers strive to improve the health of our communities by providing high quality care to our patients, families, and communities. Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital is a 204-bed teaching hospital located in Darby, Pa. that offers advanced acute care services in Delaware County and Southwest Philadelphia. The hospital is home to comprehensive cardiology, gastroenterology, oncology, bariatrics and ambulatory services, advanced diagnostic and interventional radiology, diabetes education, wound care and acute inpatient rehabilitation, as well as physical and occupational therapy. The hospital works collaboratively with first responders and local organizations to be a healing presence in its communities, especially in times of emergencies and disasters. Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital is consistently recognized by leading health care accreditors and insurers for the quality of care provided to patients. COMMUNITY DESCRIPTION Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is the largest city in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the fifth-most-populous city in the United States, and the core of the sixth-largest metropolitan area in the country. Located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, the area boasts wonderful family oriented residential communities. There is quick access to historic Philadelphia with fabulous cultural opportunities, theater, orchestra, museums, and restaurants. Beaches, mountains, New York City and Washington DC are also just a short drive away. Craving some fun in the fresh air and sunshine? Enjoy biking, fishing, hunting, horseback riding, golf and our many parks. The Countryside has more outdoor activities than you can shake a walking stick at including wine trails and even Appalachian trails, the possibilities are endless. For more information on Philadelphia visit Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.