Physician Medical Director - Competitive Salary

Location:
Bellingham, Washington is a vibrant coastal community offering an exceptional quality of life. Nestled between the San Juan Islands and the North Cascades, Bellingham is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy hiking, boating, skiing, and waterfront living. The city also boasts a welcoming, tight-knit community, a thriving arts and culture scene, and easy access to both Seattle and Vancouver, BC.

Healthcare Organization:
A mission-driven, physician-led hospital medicine group committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while fostering collaboration, professional growth, and strong community partnerships. The organization provides robust operational support, experienced clinical leadership infrastructure, and comprehensive in-house resources for credentialing, licensing, and visa sponsorship.

Opportunity:
Serve as a Medical Director, Hospital Medicine, leading a well-established program in Bellingham, WA. This role offers a balanced blend of clinical practice and dedicated administrative leadership time, allowing physicians to shape program development, mentor clinicians, and strengthen hospital partnerships while maintaining a meaningful clinical presence.

Details:

• Lead a team of 25 physicians and 7 advanced practice providers

• Work collaboratively with associate medical directors, clinical performance nurses, program management, and hospital leadership

• Diverse physician team with strong local roots and community engagement

• Closed ICU during daytime hours with 24/7 intensivist coverage; no procedures or codes required

• Provide clinical oversight, quality initiatives, and team development

• Flexible scheduling with protected administrative time to support leadership responsibilities

• Commitment to community involvement and long-term program growth

Qualifications:

• Board-certified or board-eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine

• Minimum of 2 years of formal hospital-based leadership experience

Compensation:

• Competitive annual salary over $385,000, plus performance incentives

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) with employer matching

• Paid malpractice insurance

• Annual CME allowance