Associate or Professor, Division Chief Geriatrics

Eastern Virginia Medical School•Norfolk, VA

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About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Division Chief to oversee our esteemed Geriatrics Division. As Division Chief, you will play a pivotal role in recruiting, developing, and managing a team of exceptional faculty members, while driving clinical excellence and fulfilling our educational mission. At the Department of Internal Medicine, Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS), we are committed to providing exceptional care and support to patients requiring geriatric and palliative care services. The Division Chief of Geriatrics will have the unique opportunity to shape the future and make a significant impact on the lives of our patients and their families. As the Division Chief, you will lead a team of dedicated professionals, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment. The Division is proud to have endowed professorships, allowing our faculty members to engage in cutting-edge research and deliver world-class care. Additionally, faculty has established strong partnerships with the Glennan Center for Geriatrics and Gerontology and the Lawrence J. Goldrich Institute for Integrated Neurohealth, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and advancing geriatric and palliative care practices. If you are passionate about geriatric medicine and palliative care and want to make a difference, we encourage you to apply. The position includes a faculty appointment, teaching opportunities and a competitive salary and benefits package. Mentorship and support will be available to excel in all areas of academic medicine. Virginia has it all: Rated #2 place in the United States to raise a family by Parenthood magazine No shortage of waterfront views, boasting 144 miles of shoreline Unique assortment of cultural and historical amenities with sophisticated dining and entertainment options Multitude of outstanding educational options, including local colleges and universities Eastern Virginia Medical School is proud to be one of the largest employers in Hampton Roads. EVMS is located in the historic port city of Norfolk, which is centrally located in the 1.8 million-person Hampton Roads area on the Chesapeake Bay, a short drive from the Virginia Beach oceanfront as well as many other historical and entertainment opportunities.

Requirements

Board-certified or board-eligible, fellowship trained in Geriatric Medicine
Eligible for rank at Associate or Professor level
Eligible for clinical practice license in the Commonwealth of Virginia

Responsibilities

Oversee the development and implementation of strategic plans for the Division.
Establish and maintain high standards of patient care.
Promote research and scholarship in geriatric medicine.
Recruit and retain outstanding faculty.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clinical partners.
Ensure the regional and national visibility of the Division's patient care, education research, other scholarly/academic activities, and community outreach programs.
Collaborate with other Divisions, Departments and area hospitals to promote interdisciplinary care and foster growth of the Division.
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and accreditation requirements.
Foster a culture of continuous learning and educational excellence, promoting the professional development of residents, fellows, and other learners.
Support and grow clinical and training programs to meet the unique needs of the populations served.