Good Samaritan Medical Center — a 333-bed acute care hospital and anchor of the Palm Beach Health Network in West Palm Beach, Florida — is recruiting a full-time, on-site Physician Advisor to lead utilization management, documentation integrity, and physician education across the system. This is a leadership-track role with direct influence over hospital performance, payer relations, and clinical outcomes at a facility with more than 100 years of community presence and access to a broad regional hospital network. Florida's zero state income tax and a coastal lifestyle make this one of the most attractive physician leadership opportunities in the Southeast.
Perks and Benefits
- Competitive compensation package with performance incentive bonus
- Relocation assistance provided
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- CME stipend included in benefits package
- Generous paid time off with coverage provided during absence
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; health savings accounts; healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts
- Cost coverage for National Physician Advisor Prep Course and Certification Exam
- Ongoing training with access to personal performance metrics
- Employee Assistance Program, employee discount program, and voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare, and auto and home insurance
- Connection to subspecialty expertise across a large multi-hospital network
Practice Highlights
- On-site, full-time Physician Advisor role embedded within a 333-bed acute care hospital serving Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast
- Review cases for appropriate level of care and monitor observation status determinations
- Lead daily huddles, complex case conferences, and peer education sessions on utilization and documentation best practices
- Chair the Utilization Management Committee on a quarterly basis
- Manage payer denials including peer-to-peer reviews with insurance medical directors
- Partner directly with CDI and HIM teams to drive documentation quality and coding accuracy
- Collaborate with hospital administration to reduce financial risk associated with denials, unnecessary services, and extended lengths of stay
- Facility features advanced robotic surgical technology including the MAKO and Da Vinci robotic systems for general surgery procedures
- Commission on Cancer-accredited cancer program anchored by a state-of-the-art Breast Center
- Part of the Palm Beach Health Network with access to system-wide resources, data infrastructure, and clinical leadership peers
Qualifications
- MD or DO degree required; active Florida medical license or eligibility to obtain
- Board certification in a specialty recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS)
- Minimum five years of clinical experience in a hospital setting with a reputation as an excellent clinician
- Prior experience as a physician leader in a large hospital, health system, or integrated delivery system, or as leader of a large clinical department; Physician Advisor experience preferred but not required for strong candidates
- Data-driven approach with demonstrated, measurable impact on clinical or operational outcomes
- Strong communication skills and peer credibility; organized, collaborative, and effective with time management
- Full-time, on-site presence required
About the Community
West Palm Beach sits on Florida's Atlantic coast, offering year-round sunshine, beautiful beaches, and a high quality of life with no state income tax — a meaningful financial advantage for physician leaders. The city is home to the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, the Norton Museum of Art, and a vibrant local arts and dining scene, alongside abundant outdoor recreation including sailing, fishing, golf, and biking. Families benefit from strong public and private K–12 schools and higher education institutions including Florida Atlantic University and Palm Beach Atlantic University, with diverse real estate options ranging from luxury waterfront properties to family-friendly suburban neighborhoods.