Medical Director Physician

Lead Patient-Centered Care as a Medical Director in Lufkin, Texas at CHI St. Luke's Health Memorial

We believe in bringing "better" to our local community in Lufkin - better care, better collaboration, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. If you're looking for a role that supports your professional growth and your connection to a vibrant community, we'd love to talk.

Local Team Collaboration:

• At CHI St. Luke's Health Memorial in Lufkin, our strong, collaborative team includes thirteen physicians.
• We are an integral part of our hospital community and a valued strategic partner, maintaining great relationships with hospital leadership.
• Our team actively participates in committees and leadership roles to support quality and process improvement.

Qualifications:

• Board-certified/eligible in family or internal medicine.
• Minimum of one year in hospital medicine as a leader in an associate medical director or director-level role.
• We proudly sponsor H1B visa candidates and provide in-house visa specialists, licensing, and credentialing support. All required visa filing fees are covered by Sound.

Scheduling:

• A combination of clinical and administrative time.
• 10 clinical shifts per month, and 60 hours a month of protected administrative time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide oversight and leadership to a team of seasoned providers.
• Collaborate with both Sound Physicians leaders, as well as hospital leaders, in meeting key goals in care delivery and quality metrics.

Living and Working in Lufkin:

• Lufkin, Texas, is often considered a great place to live due to its welcoming community, affordable cost of living, and proximity to natural attractions such as the Davy Crockett National Forest.
• Residents appreciate the small-town atmosphere, friendly neighbors, and diverse outdoor activities, making it an appealing location for those seeking a balanced and comfortable lifestyle.
• Lufkin is about 2 hours from Houston.

Rewards and Compensation:

• Compensation: Highly competitive salary and benefits.
• Generous medical director stipend and management bonus incentive.

Caroline McLean, Clinical Recruiter