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Sound Physicians Recognized for Learning ManagementExcellence by "Chief Learning Officer" Publication

Organizations with Outstanding Learning and Development Initiatives were Highlighted at Human CapitalMedia's 2015 Spring CLO Symposium

TACOMA, WA / ACCESSWIRE / July 1, 2015 / Sound Physicians was acknowledged as a 'LearningElite'organization by Chief Learning Officer, a publication of Human Capital Media. The LearningElite program iscomposed of organizations performing above a benchmark standard for learning and development (L&D) bestpractices in their workforce. Organizations are ranked based on their execution and impact of these L&D initiatives.

The LearningElite program is the only peer-ranking and benchmarking program of its kind. Developed throughcollaboration between chief learning officers, senior workforce development practitioners and the Human CapitalMedia Research and Advisory Group, LearningElite competition utilizes rigorous evaluation methodologies toobjectively assess both the scope and value of participants' L&D practices.

"Every year the number of applications we receive grows, and this year was no exception," said Sarah Kimmel,director of research and advisory services for HCM. "While our rigorous metrics and high standard for inclusion in theprogram remain consistent, we are seeing more organizations striving to surpass the benchmark and qualify."

Sound Physicians' Physician Development Program encompasses the entire scope of a provider's career with SoundPhysicians. Immediately upon joining the organization, providers attend regional onboarding sessions; then, they arenurtured along a two-year Path to Partnership track that rewards those demonstrating quality performance andpractice values. Online educational curricula as well as supplemental webinars and in-person leadership coursesencourage and nurture provider's professional development. Providers also receive routine feedback through onlineself-assessments, 360 evaluations, annual performance surveys, as well as communication skills observation andcoaching, allowing them to focus on strengths and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

In addition, Sound Physicians offers leadership courses geared toward business leaders and nurses. Businesscolleagues attend workshops that teach the fundamentals in leading teams and having the critical conversationsnecessary to succeed. Hospitalist nurses attend workshops to onboard the newest team members; they alsoparticipate in a nursing curriculum that equips them with the skills necessary to provide the best possible outcomes toSound Physicians' patients, partners and the communities it serves.

Mark A. Rudolph, M.D., Sound Physicians' VP of Physician Development and Patient Experience commented, "Fromthe moment a physician joins Sound Physicians, we have an entire team focused on their growth as a leader. Webelieve in developing physicians not just to be great providers, but to be great partners for the hospitals andcommunities we serve."

About Sound Physicians

Sound Physicians is an innovative physician services organization with a proven record of improving quality,satisfaction and financial performance for hospitals and post-acute facilities nationwide. Sound's patient-centeredapproach, web-based workflow platform, experienced leadership team, and more than 2,000 hospitalists, intensivistsand transitional care providers drive breakthrough results throughout the acute episode of care for nearly 200hospitals in 35 states across the nation.

About Human Capital Media

Human Capital Media (HCM) is the largest integrated media company serving the human capital, management andworkforce development industries. Through award-winning content, events, awards and research, they delivervaluable news, analysis, tools and solutions to make the most of human capital, as well as create a vibrantcommunity where decision makers and solution providers connect to solve their greatest workplace challenges.

Media Contact:

Jessica Biber253.682.6016jbiber@soundphysicians.comhttp://www.soundphysicians.com

SOURCE: Sound Physicians