Sentara Medical Group is currently seeking a Site Chief Hospitalist for Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital in Virginia Beach, VA.
This position is a 1.0 FTE role comprised of two complementary leadership responsibilities: 0.5 FTE as the SVBGH Medical Director of Quality, Regulatory, & Safety and 0.5 FTE as the SVBGH Chief Hospitalist. The individual in this role will maintain the full scope of responsibilities outlined in each respective job description while operating in a combined capacity to support clinical excellence, operational performance, and physician leadership across SVBGH. Both components of the role report directly to the Market Chief Medical Officer.
SVBGH Medical Director of Quality, Regulatory, & Safety (50%)
The SVBGH Medical Director of Quality, Regulatory & Safety is the hospital's physician leader responsible for driving clinical quality, patient safety, regulatory readiness, and medical staff performance. The QRS Medical Director ensures that the hospital delivers high-quality, evidence-based care, minimizes clinical variation, optimizes utilization, and maintains an engaged, high-performing medical staff. The role reports to the Market Chief Medical Officer and serves as a key member of the hospital's senior leadership team. This leader acts as the clinical bridge between hospital administration, medical staff, and the broader health system.
Serves as the Physician Leader for Quality, Safety and Regulatory Accreditation at SVBGH. Supports the Market CMO and the Market QRS team with the market QRS activities.
Leads the CPI (Clinical Performance Improvement) teams, medical staff, and key stakeholders to achieve goals for CPI and reliability metrics (including analysis, planning, reporting, communication etc.). Coordinates local strategies and oversees data validation for quality programs such as CMS 5 Stars, P4P, Anthem Q Hip, Leapfrog etc. Partners with key stakeholders to develop strategy, and implementation plan for new or enhanced clinical programs or initiatives.
Physician Leader for hospital performance improvement to achieve Safety goals and High Reliability culture. Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements and standards (i.e., DNV, CMS, VDH etc.) across medical staff and hospital functions.
Leads physician engagement, communication, and leadership development for physicians and APPs. Supports the Market CMO in medical staff governance. Other duties assigned by the Market CMO.
SVBGH Chief Hospitalist (50%)
Responsibilities
- Lead and grow a dynamic Hospital Medicine program in partnership with hospital and physician leadership.
- Drive clinical excellence, quality improvement, patient satisfaction, and operational performance.
- Collaborate with emergency medicine, specialty services, nursing, and care management teams to optimize patient care and care transitions.
- Recruit, mentor, and develop hospital medicine providers while fostering a culture of teamwork and professional growth.
- Influence strategic planning, staffing models, clinical protocols, and program development initiatives.
- Serve as a trusted physician leader, representing Hospital Medicine across hospital committees, leadership forums, and community partnerships.
- Oversee program performance, financial stewardship, provider engagement, and service line growth.
- Champion innovation, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement in a rapidly evolving healthcare environment.
Qualifications
- MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
- Board Certified in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.
- Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience with progressive physician leadership responsibilities.
- Licensed or eligible for licensure in Virginia and in good standing.
Ideal Candidate
We are seeking a collaborative, patient-centered physician leader with:
- Proven leadership and team-building abilities.
- Strong operational, financial, and business development acumen.
- Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.
- A passion for quality, innovation, and physician engagement.
- The vision to drive growth while advancing exceptional patient outcomes.
Why Sentara?
At Sentara, you'll have the opportunity to lead a respected Hospital Medicine program, influence organizational strategy, and make a meaningful impact on patient care while working alongside a supportive executive and clinical leadership team dedicated to excellence.
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Lead. Innovate. Inspire. Help shape the future of Hospital Medicine with Sentara.
Interested Candidates:
Please submit your CV or direct inquiries to:
Steve Ortegon
Physician Recruiter Specialist
Sentara Health
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