Director Hospitalist and Intensivist Programs

C0016 Franciscan Health Indianapolis Orthopedic Hospital

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IN - Indianapolis Until 9/20/2026 5+ years exp First posted July 22, 2026 Last posted July 22, 2026
Job description

Franciscan Health Indianapolis Campus

8111 S Emerson Ave Indianapolis, Indiana 46237

The Director of Hospitalists and Intensivist Program is responsible for leading and directing the operations of the hospitalist and intensivist programs across Franciscan Health Central Indiana Region. In this role you will oversee the day-to-day operations of these hospital-based specialty practices and provide management, guidance, and direction to the hospitalist and intensivist programs and Hospital administration.

 

WHO WE ARE


Franciscan Health is a leading healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and promoting health and wellness in our community. Our mission is to ensure that every patient receives the highest quality of care through innovation, compassion, and excellence. With 11 ministries and access points across Indiana, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers who provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.


WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

  • Coordinate and participate in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and strategies of the hospitalist program; coordinate and evaluate all services provided, including care plan development, service level determination, and complaint management to achieve performance and quality control objectives.

  • Collaborate with Medical Directors to ensure optimal performance and efficiency of the Hospitalist and Intensivist program; provide administrative support to the Medical Directors and hospitalist physicians.

  • Collaborate with patients and their families, (and or primary caregiver), as well as members of a multidisciplinary team, to ensure optimal patient outcomes and enhancement of the patient experience.

  • Implements and manages policies and a budget, ensuring cost control and expenses are in alignment with the budget.

  • Provides administrative leadership, coordination, and strategic planning for assigned department(s).

  • Create and sustain a culture in the practice that reflects the Franciscan Mission and Values; creates an atmosphere that is conducive to and fosters motivation of coworkers.


 

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's Degree - Required

  • Master's Degree - Preferred

  • Demonstrated track record of success of improving patient care and length of stay efficiency via throughput initiatives. - Highly desired

  • 5 years Healthcare Administration (Business) - Preferred

  • 5 years Clinical care experience (nursing, therapy, etc.) - Preferred

TRAVEL IS REQUIRED:

Up to 20%

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law.

Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights.

Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity.

Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org

About this role

Summary

Lead hospitalist and intensivist programs, oversee operations, collaborate with medical staff, and manage budgets.

Job title

Director Hospitalist and Intensivist Programs

Experience level

5+ years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Must be in Indianapolis, with travel up to 20% allowed.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

healthcare administrationclinical carepolicy developmentbudget management

Preferred skills

patient care improvementlength of stay efficiencystrategic planningteam leadership

Specializations

hospitalistintensivisthealthcare administration
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Indianapolis, IN, USA

On-site City