Administration, Chief of Hospital Medicine

Job Description

Overview\n

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The Chief of Hospital Medicine at Central Maine Healthcare (CMH) provides strategic, clinical, and operational leadership for Hospital Medicine services across CMHs acute care hospitals. This physician leader is responsible for advancing high-quality, patient-centered inpatient care while supporting CMHs mission to improve the health of our communities through accessible, compassionate, and coordinated care.

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The Chief works collaboratively with the President and CEO of CMH, the President of the two critical access hospitals, the Chief Medical Officer, nursing leadership, and medical staff leaders to ensure consistent clinical standards, effective staffing models, and strong physician engagement across both tertiary and critical access settings.

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Why Central Maine Healthcare?

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At Central Maine Healthcare, you'll have the opportunity to practice meaningful, patient-centered medicine in a collaborative environment where physicians are valued and supported. Our integrated health system offers strong clinical resources, opportunities for professional growth and leadership, competitive compensation, and an exceptional quality of life in Maine. As Maine's second-largest metropolitan area, the Twin Cities provide access to a diverse patient population, a collaborative medical community, and the ability to make a meaningful impact on the health of the region. Join a team where you can build a rewarding career while making a lasting impact on the health of the communities you serve.

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About the Community

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Located along the Androscoggin River, Lewiston-Auburn offers the perfect blend of professional opportunity, outdoor adventure, and New England charm. Lewiston-Auburn is also home to a thriving arts and culture scene, community festivals, performing arts venues, and the nationally recognized Bates College. Enjoy an exceptional quality of life with affordable housing, minimal commute times, highly rated schools, and access to some of the most beautiful landscapes in the Northeast. Outdoor enthusiasts can embrace all four seasons with hiking, trail running, mountain biking, boating, kayaking, fishing, golfing, skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobilingall within a short drive of home. Just 40 minutes away, Portland offers one of the most celebrated culinary scenes in the country. From award-winning chefs and fresh Maine seafood to craft breweries, waterfront dining and vibrant farmers markets, the city has become a destination for food lovers from around the world.

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Clinical & Program Leadership

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• Provide overall clinical leadership for Hospital Medicine services at Central Maine Medical Center, Bridgton Hospital, and Rumford Hospital.
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• Ensure high-quality, evidence-based inpatient care that reflects CMH clinical standards and patient safety priorities.
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• Serve as a clinical role model and maintain active clinical practice appropriate to the role and site needs.
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• Support patient flow, length-of-stay management, and effective care transitions across the system.
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Physician Leadership & Engagement

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• Lead, recruit, retain, and develop hospitalists and advanced practice providers across CMH facilities.
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• Foster a culture of professionalism, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
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• Partner with Medical Staff leadership and Human Resources on performance management, peer review, coaching, and physician wellness.
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• Support leadership development and succession planning within the Hospital Medicine program.
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Quality, Safety & Experience

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• Lead system-wide quality improvement initiatives focused on patient safety, clinical outcomes, and patient experience.
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• Collaborate with CMH Quality, Risk Management, and Infection Prevention teams to ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
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• Use data and performance metrics to drive improvement in clinical outcomes and operational performance.
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Operations & Financial Stewardship

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• Partner with hospital and system leadership to develop sustainable staffing and coverage models appropriate to CMHs mix of tertiary and rural hospitals.
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• Support budget development, productivity expectations, and resource utilization for Hospital Medicine services.
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• Reduce reliance on temporary staffing through effective workforce planning and engagement strategies.
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System Collaboration & Integration

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• Work closely with nursing leadership, care management, emergency medicine, specialty services, and post-acute partners to ensure coordinated inpatient care.
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• Support alignment of Hospital Medicine practices across sites while respecting the unique needs of Bridgton and Rumford Hospitals.
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• Participate in CMH medical staff leadership committees and system-wide clinical initiatives.
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Education & Professional Development

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• Support teaching and mentoring of hospitalists, advanced practice providers, residents, and students, as applicable.
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• Encourage continuing medical education, leadership development, and engagement in quality or scholarly activities.
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\n \n \n Qualifications\n

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• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
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• Board certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
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• Eligible for or current Maine medical licensure and CMH medical staff appointment
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• Demonstrated clinical excellence in inpatient medicine
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• Proven leadership experience in Hospital Medicine or a comparable physician leadership role
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Preferred

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• Experience leading Hospital Medicine programs in community or rural hospital settings
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• Experience working in multi-site or system-based healthcare organizations
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• Demonstrated success in quality improvement, physician engagement, or operational redesign
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Key Competencies

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• Physician leadership and team development
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• Ability to lead across multiple hospital environments
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• Strong collaboration and communication skills
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• Commitment to rural health, access, and community-based care
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• Data-informed decision-making and operational insight
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