Medical Director-Piedmont Midtown HM Program in Columbus, GA -highly competitive Salary
Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Hospitalist
Salary $400,000 – $500,000 yearly
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Full-Time
Work Environment Hospital
Location 31901, Columbus, Georgia, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 12/23/24

Piedmont Midtown, a non-profit hospital in Columbus, Georgia, is seeking a dynamic Hospital Medicine Medical Director. Our facility, a 400-licensed bed acute care hospital, stands out as a beacon of health in the region, offering a unique array of services. As the only provider of certain specialized treatments in the area, Piedmont Midtown serves a diverse community and is crucial in managing the health needs across 13 Georgia counties. We proudly operate as a Level 2 trauma center and deliver exceptional, comprehensive rehabilitation services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy.

Why Piedmont?

  • Recognized by Forbes as one of the Best Large Employers in the United States in 2022.
  • One of the largest non-profit systems in the scenic state of Georgia, ensuring stability and support.
  • Our expansive network includes 24 hospitals, providing safe, compassionate, convenient, and high-quality care.
  • We support our physicians with perks such as free meals and electric vehicle charging facilities.

Why ApolloMD?

  • ApolloMD is run and led by physicians, along with APCs. We are a multispecialty practice, collaborating with top hospitals, teaching facilities, and health systems across the nation.
  • Joining ApolloMD offers the dual advantage of a robust nationwide network providing security and support in a volatile market, alongside the autonomy to make independent operational decisions.
  • Clinicians at ApolloMD benefit from ownership opportunities, tailored leadership training, and diverse career path options, enhancing both professional growth and personal satisfaction.

Hospital Specs:

  • Hospital Beds: 400
  • Average Daily Census: 18
  • Documentation System: EPIC
  • Practice Size: 20 Physicians (8 Day, 1 Admitter & 1 Night), along with 2 APCs
  • Covers all specialties except Transplant & Open Heart
  • Closed ICU managed by Intensivists & Residents

Opportunity Specifics and Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated leadership skills and significant involvement in hospital initiatives.
  • Prior leadership experience required.
  • Must be board certified in Internal Medicine.
  • Proven ability to lead a team to consistently meet and exceed quality metrics, with leadership compensation tied to these milestones.
  • Significant administrative focus, predominantly Monday through Friday.
  • Active participation in all administrative meetings into quality initiatives and MEC meetings expected.
  • Outstanding communication skills are essential for collaboration with the team, operations, and hospital leadership.

Location Highlights: Columbus is a growing hub of arts, culture, and outdoor activities, nestled on the banks of the Chattahoochee River. It has become a popular spot for outdoor lovers with the longest urban whitewater course and a zipline across the river. SEC college football fan? With the prime location on the border of Alabama, you are only a 30-minute drive to go watch the Auburn Tigers play during football season! Also, Columbus is located 1.5 hours south of the world’s busiest airport (Hartsfield-Jackson) so you can jet anywhere in the world! There is always something going on in Columbus! From Uptowns RiverFest, Friday Night Concert Series, Spring and Fall Food Truck Festivals, Beer, and Wine Festival, you’ll find plenty of fun and good times! Columbus offers an attractive cost of living, vibrant community life, and easy access to Atlanta and the Gulf Coast beaches.

Be a Champion for Hospital Medicine: As the Medical Director, you will represent and lead the Hospital Medicine Department, championing efforts to enhance patient care and clinical outcomes. This role offers a significant opportunity to impact patient care and shape medical practices in our community.


Compensation: This Director opportunity offers a highly competitive salary with base of $400k. Along with attractive incentives linked to performance and quality metrics can lead to upwards of $500k or higher. Significant administrative focus, predominantly Monday through Friday.



ApolloMD is a physician and APC operated multispecialty practice partnering with top hospitals, teaching facilities and health systems. With ApolloMD, you gain access to a nationwide network of support and security in this ever-changing market while maintaining the autonomy to operate independently. Eligible clinicians enjoy ownership opportunities, leadership training and diverse career paths.