Market Director -Medical Staff Office

The George Washington University Hospital is a renowned healthcare provider known for its comprehensive and high-quality medical services. Part of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), one of the largest and most respected healthcare service providers in the nation, the hospital operates within a vast network offering acute care, behavioral health, outpatient facilities, ambulatory care, insurance services, and medical groups across the United States, including Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS, a Fortune 500 company with annual revenues reaching $14.3 billion in 2023, has grown steadily and earned recognition as one of the world's most admired companies by Fortune and Forbes. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS employs approximately 96,700 dedicated professionals.

The role of Market Director for Medical Staff Services at The George Washington University Hospital is a vital leadership position overseeing all credentialing, privileging, governance, and regulatory compliance activities across the continuum of care. This position ensures seamless and compliant operations across the academic medical center, community hospitals, and affiliated medical groups. The Market Director is responsible for managing the Medical Staff Office, including credentialing of physicians and allied health professionals, developing departmental policies and budgets, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards set forth by agencies like The Joint Commission and CMS. Acting as a critical liaison between hospital administration and medical staff, this leader coordinates medical staff meetings, prepares communications, and manages relationships between physicians, external entities, and the hospital management team. In addition, this role serves as the Privacy Officer for Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center.

This leadership position drives strategic integration by unifying medical staff bylaws and regulations across varied care settings while mentoring staff and advancing professional development. The Market Director leads credentialing processes, ensuring efficient onboarding and recredentialing, and facilitates quality assurance through professional practice evaluations and peer reviews. Working closely with Risk Management and Performance Improvement teams, this role supports continuous clinical quality improvement initiatives.

Compliance is a cornerstone responsibility, requiring the Market Director to rigorously enforce adherence to standards from regulatory bodies and maintain accurate and timely reporting of medical staff activities. The successful candidate must manage the Medical Executive Committee functions and related governance operations. This position involves travel within the GW Health Market and demands exceptional organizational skills, strong interpersonal communication, and leadership capabilities in a dynamic, fast-paced healthcare environment. The role offers a challenging and rewarding workplace where innovation, collaboration, and professional growth are supported within a respected healthcare system.