Hospital Medicine Medical Director | Physician Led Group!

Leadership. Strategy. Purpose.

In hospital medicine, clinical leadership drives meaningful change. Our physician teams deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care throughout the inpatient journey, ensuring timely decisions, coordinated treatment plans, and seamless transitions. We lead with clarity, compassion, and a commitment to operational excellence.

With a national footprint and decades of experience, our hospital medicine programs are built on strong physician leadership, data-driven performance, and a culture of collaboration. Whether managing complex cases or optimizing hospital workflows, our hospitalists are empowered to make a lasting impact, supported by systems that prioritize autonomy, accountability, and continuous improvement.

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.

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

• 401k with matching contributions.

• Paid malpractice insurance with tail coverage.

• Mental health counseling.

• Annual CME allowance.

• Relocation assistance available.

• Leadership development programs.

• Continuing education and professional licensing support.