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Mission Hospital

Director Med Surg

Anchorage, AK · On-site

The Director Medical Surgical is responsible for planning, implementing and assessing the daily ... Ensures staff compliance to corporate, division and hospital policies and procedures. * Keeps ...

VITAS Healthcare

Director Medical

Shrewsbury, NJ

The medical director provides physician direction and guidance to the hospice program, its physician employees, and other staff and volunteers to assure the maintenance of quality standards of care ...

VITAS Healthcare

Director Medical

Shrewsbury, NJ · On-site

The medical director provides physician direction and guidance to the hospice program, its physician employees, and other staff and volunteers to assure the maintenance of quality standards of care ...

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How much do director medical staff jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for director medical staff in the United States is $64.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48.08 and $76.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Medical Staff vs Medical Staff Coordinator?

AspectDirector Medical StaffMedical Staff Coordinator
CredentialsMedical degree, board certification, leadership experienceHealthcare administration or related certification, experience in medical staff management
Work EnvironmentHospital administration, executive meetings, policy developmentMedical staff offices, credentialing departments, communication with physicians
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, healthcare systems, medical institutionsHospitals, clinics, healthcare organizations

The Director Medical Staff typically holds a medical degree and oversees medical staff policies, while the Medical Staff Coordinator manages credentialing and communication with physicians. Both roles are essential in hospital operations but differ in responsibilities and required credentials.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director medical staff?

To thrive as a Director of Medical Staff, you need in-depth knowledge of healthcare administration, credentialing processes, and regulatory compliance, often supported by a relevant bachelor's or master's degree and prior leadership experience in clinical settings. Familiarity with credentialing software, hospital information systems, and standards from organizations like The Joint Commission is essential. Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills help build consensus and foster collaboration among physicians and hospital administration. These skills are crucial to ensure efficient medical staff operations, regulatory compliance, and high standards of patient care.

What is a director medical staff?

A Director of Medical Staff is a senior healthcare administrator responsible for overseeing the credentialing, management, and performance of a hospital or healthcare facility’s medical staff. They ensure that physicians and other clinicians meet regulatory standards, maintain necessary licenses, and follow hospital policies. The Director also works closely with hospital leadership to develop medical staff policies, manage peer review processes, and support quality improvement initiatives. Their role is crucial in maintaining high standards of patient care and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.

What are some typical challenges faced by a director medical staff and how can they be managed effectively?

Directors of Medical Staff often encounter challenges such as balancing administrative duties with the needs of clinical staff, navigating complex regulatory requirements, and fostering collaboration among physicians with diverse specialties. Managing these challenges effectively involves strong communication, conflict resolution skills, and a deep understanding of hospital policies and medical bylaws. Building transparent processes and maintaining ongoing professional development can help directors support their teams and ensure high-quality patient care.
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Infographic showing various Director Medical Staff job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $134,550 per year, or $64.7 per hour.

Medical Staff Services Coordinator

Shrinerschildrens

Portland, OR

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Company Overview

Shriners Children's is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.

With 20+ hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family's ability to pay or insurance status. Please click here to learn more about our locations.

Job Description

The Medical Staff Coordinator serves as a resource to, and collaborates with, Chief of Staff (COS)/Medical Director, Medical Staff, Advanced Practice Professionals (APP) and hospital administration. Responsible for maintaining and monitoring the operational processes, and Medical Staff governance functions of the office of Medical Staff. In collaboration with the Credentialing Verification Office (CVO) the Medical Staff Coordinator will act as a liaison between the CVO and the medical staff office, supporting the credentialing and privileging application process. The Medical Staff Coordinator will maintaining strict confidentiality and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and accrediting and regulatory agencies.

Key Responsibilities

Provider On/Off Boarding and CVO Liaison

  • Coordinates requests for credentialing and privileges to CVO, including but not limited to: appointments, re-appointments, status changes. LOA and other updates.
  • Coordinates the credential file from the CVO through the MEC and BOG approval process per Medical Staff Bylaws, including attending meetings of Medical Committee of Board of Governors
  • Coordinates and collaborates with residency program directors, medical schools and others, to facilitate Fellow/Resident/Student/Observer rotations.
  • Processes residents and clinical fellows and performs review and analysis, identification and follow up of any missing items; prepares files for review and recommendation by the Medical Staff.
  • Responsible for the input of the fellow and resident information into the credentialing database - MD-Staff, unless otherwise assigned
  • Coordinates the fellow/resident/student/observer paperwork with the affiliated facilities to ensure completion of all required documents in advance of rotation start date.
  • Coordinates performance review of Residents per the Medical Staff Bylaws
  • Coordinates the annual resident and fellow report for Corporate Medical Affairs
  • Responsible for the collection of the appropriate facility-specific forms required for onboarding
  • Supplies affiliate hospitals with information needed for SHC providers to be credentialed and privileged at the affiliate.
  • Responsible for the facilitation and execution of the on and off boarding and orientation of all providers. (Including but not limited to: coordinating PDCF process, collection of required documents, coordination of computer training, local drug testing, criminal background checks, orientation) and provide necessary information to the CVO.
  • Collaborates with pharmacy director to enroll all providers in EPCS (electronic prescription of controlled substances).
  • Responsible for working with the Medical Staff on the development and delineation of clinical privilege and approval/maintenance of the privilege forms every 5 years, per the Medical Staff Bylaws.
  • Responsible for the License Procurement Renewals (in coordination with the Telehealth License Coordinator), telehealth license request forms, CME requirements/tracking and monitoring of expirations.
  • Performs ad hoc job-related duties as assigned.

Communication and Coordination:

  • Maintains open communication and collaboration with the CVO on any pertinent information related to the Medical Staff and advanced practice professionals.
  • Responsible for the development, planning, and operational management of the Medical Staff committee structures; promotes and enhances good communication and a positive working relationship.
  • Provides administrative support to Medical Staff and Advanced Practice Professionals, as required.
  • Manages maintenance of curriculum vitae and academic postings and publications and submits to the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), unless otherwise assigned.
  • Ensures coordination and data collection for HDQ Provider Enrollment to ensure timely enrollments, unless otherwise assigned.
  • Manages and maintains Medical Staff travel requirements and an annual summary reports submitted to the CMO, per the Medical Staff Bylaws; unless otherwise assigned.
  • Generates queries and reports from credentialing and privileging database as requested.
  • Works with COS on call schedules, timekeeping, contracts, budgets, expenses, and communicates to on and off site providers

Quality:

  • Collaborates with COS, Performance Improvement Director, and other leaders to develop OPPE indicators, data sources, and data submission responsibilities and process.
  • Coordinates, tracks and monitors the Medical Staff and Advanced Practice Professional Staff for OPPE (Ongoing Professional Practice Evaluation) and FPPE (Focused Professional Practice Evaluation) process ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and Medical Staff policies.
  • Coordinates review of OPPE data by the Chief of Staff and/or President of the Medical Staff every six months in order to comply with SHC standards. Supplies this information to CVO for processing reappointments.
  • Collects data on low or no volume providers from outside sources to meet regulatory requirements.
  • Ensure required certification, training to support privileges/prerogatives and annual education is completed and maintained. (i.e SHINE modules, PALS, BLS, etc)

Compliance

  • Maintains legacy paper credential files (according to retention schedule). Creates and maintains provider log for all paper files.
  • Interprets federal, state, local, and government/insurance agency regulations and guidelines, as well as local Medical Staff Bylaws, SHC Hospital Regulations and Procedural Rules, policies and procedures; and advises providers, management, and administrators on compliance issues as appropriate. Participants in the ongoing assessment of governing documents to ensure continuous compliance, and addresses identified gaps with providers and COS as needed.
  • Facilitates due process that complies with the Medical Staff Bylaws, as well as applicable legal, state, and regulatory requirements.
  • Participates in the Joint Commission Surveys regarding privileging, Medical Staff functions, quality, policies and procedures, Medical Staff Bylaws and Hospital Regulations and Procedural Rules.
  • Ensures Medical Staff Bylaws are reviewed and updated, as needed, as well as timely compliance with HDQ-Amendment Team recommendations.
  • Creates, reviews and updates medical staff policies, and facilitates approval process and upload into Compliance 360 software, unless otherwise assigned.
  • Facilitates obtaining maintenance of certifications and board certification waivers according to the Hospital Regulations and Medical Staff Bylaws.
  • Assist the Chief of Staff and/or the President of the Medical Staff in the annual election of Medical Staff officers; unless otherwise assigned.

Medical Staff Bylaws and Policies & Procedures

  • Ensures Medical Staff Bylaws are reviewed and updated, as needed, as well as timely compliance with HDQ-Amendment Team recommendations.
  • Creates, reviews and updates medical staff policies, and facilitates approval process and upload into Compliance 360 software, unless otherwise assigned.
  • Facilitates obtaining maintenance of certifications and board certification waivers according to the Hospital Regulations and Medical Staff Bylaws.
  • Assist the Chief of Staff and/or the President of the Medical Staff in the annual election of Medical Staff officers; unless otherwise assigned

Meetings

  • Schedules, coordinates, prepares agenda, and takes minutes, for Medical Staff committees as outlined in the Medical Staff Bylaws.
  • Prepares BOG summary reports of credentialing/privileging recommendations and ensures flow of information and action items for Medical Staff committees outlined in the Medical Staff Bylaws and communicates credentialing decisions to the CVO.

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with all levels of the organization required.
  • Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart confidential information required.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills required.
  • Excellent verbal/written skills, including accurate and concise minute and report presentation skills required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Associate Degree in Medical Staff Services preferred, or combination of education and management experience deemed equivalent
  • Three years in Medical Staff Services and/or five years in hospital experience, preferred.
  • Knowledge of Medical Staff affairs operational processes preferred.
  • Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements preferred.
  • Knowledge of federal and state regulations preferred.
  • Working knowledge of clinical and/or hospital operations and procedures preferred.
  • Working knowledge of Medical Staff policies, regulations, and bylaws and the legal environment within which they operate preferred.
  • Individual who is highly organized, detail oriented and able to handle a multitude of tasks preferred.
  • Experience with one or more Joint Commission surveys, including the preparation of Medical Staff for interview and attendance/participation in previous survey is a requirement a plus.
  • Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS) or Certified Professional Medical Services Management (CPMSM) preferred
Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.

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