St. Joseph’s Health has an excellent full-time employment opportunity for a Board Certified Internal Medicine physician to serve as Assistant Medical Director of the Hospitalist Program at Rome Memorial Hospital, located in Rome, New York.
This leadership opportunity involves a mix of clinical duties and administrative responsibilities in support of the Medical Director, working closely with hospitalist team members, nursing, and non-clinical staff to coordinate care for all admitted patients. The position averages 40–50 hours per week and offers the chance to influence the program’s growth, efficiency, and quality of care. This is a 0.5 FTE clinical / 0.5 FTE administrative position, offering a balance of direct patient care and program leadership responsibilities.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced physician to contribute meaningfully to a dynamic and growing hospitalist team within a supportive health system.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: As Assistant Medical Director, the physician will assist the Medical Director in the following key areas:
- Ensuring hospitalist compliance with hospital policies, mission, and values
- Supporting quality and performance improvement initiatives
- Participating in staffing, scheduling, and census management
- Providing direct patient care as needed
- Conducting regular meetings with hospitalists and APPs
- Mentoring and coaching physicians on quality, communication, and professionalism
- Coordinating onboarding and orientation of new providers
- Participating in evaluations and annual reviews of hospitalist team members
- Supporting interdisciplinary collaboration with the Emergency Department and other clinical areas
- Representing the program on hospital committees and quality teams
- Assisting with recruitment and operational goals including budgeting and documentation oversight
RECRUITMENT PACKAGE: St. Joseph’s Health offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes:
- Annual Salary range: $292K-325K depending on experience
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Malpractice insurance
- Paid time off and CME allowance
- 403(b) and 457(b) retirement plans
ABOUT THE FACILITY:
Rome Memorial Hospital is a non-profit health care system with 210 licensed beds serving Central New York. Offering a full range of primary, specialty, and long-term care services, the hospital delivers compassionate, quality medical care for every stage of life.
Rome Memorial Hospital is an affiliate of St. Joseph’s Health, a regional health care system based in Syracuse, NY. Part of Trinity Health, one of the largest Catholic health systems in the U.S., St. Joseph’s is recognized for high-quality care, patient satisfaction, and clinical excellence.
COMMUNITY DESCRIPTION:
Rome, New York offers a high quality of life with strong educational systems, excellent employment opportunities, and affordable living. Located in Central New York, it provides easy access to the Adirondacks, New York City, Boston, and Niagara Falls.
Outdoor recreation, arts, culture, and history blend in a community that values family and connection. With waterfront trails, Delta Lake State Park, and close proximity to the Mohawk Valley’s growing tech and business scene, Rome is a wonderful place to live and work.
Syracuse, located nearby, offers even more amenities including world-class universities, cultural attractions, and one of the most affordable real estate markets in the state. Easy access to Syracuse Hancock International Airport and year-round recreation round out this appealing location.
