Oversight of quality measures and outcomes for the program. Interaction with referring physicians and attention to their concerns. Evaluating and giving feedback to practicing hospitalists regarding their performance. Ensuring patients meet quality and patient satisfaction guidelines. Serving as a liaison between the hospitalist program and various clinical departments. Ensuring timely communication with patients. Working with other areas of the health system to accomplish system goals. Working with nursing and clinical team members to design and implement care protocols. Recruitment and retention of physicians to serve as hospitalists.