Division Chief of Cardiac Critical Care Medicine
About The Position
The Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania are seeking an inspirational and innovative leader, board-certified in pediatric critical care medicine and/or pediatric cardiology, to lead one of the highest-profile premier academic pediatric cardiac critical care divisions. The successful candidate will transform the division to pursuit of achieving CHOP’s mission of excellence in clinical care, education, research, and advocacy. The primary mission of the Division of Cardiac Critical Care at CHOP is to lead the multi-professional team that provides specialized care to patients with congenital and acquired heart conditions in the 32 bed CICU, with surge capabilities to 40 beds. The Division currently includes 23 attending physicians and two cardiac critical care advanced fellows. The Division Chief oversees the clinical activities of the Division and coordinates with leaders across the enterprise to optimize clinical operations. The Division is in a phase of expansion, preparing for the opening of a new inpatient tower in 2028. The Division Chief plays a pivotal role in advancing the Division’s academic and research missions. The Division’s research program integrates clinical, translational, and basic science investigations. Faculty actively participate in multicenter research initiatives, including the Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care Consortium, Pediatric Heart Network, and ICU-RESUS studies.
Requirements
- Doctorate Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine Required
- Experience in healthcare systems administration, hospital operations & practice management in a large, academic medical center and/or similarly complex environment Required
- Training in safety and quality improvement required.
- Working knowledge of applicable guidelines, policies and regulations
- Medical License - in Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and any states practicing in - upon hire - Required
Nice To Haves
- Medical Board Certification - Pediatrics - in area of specialty - upon hire - Preferred
Responsibilities
- Oversee the Division’s clinical, research, and educational activities
- Model, grow, and sustain a Divisional culture aligned with Departmental values
- Lead faculty recruitment efforts
- Support career development and mentoring for all Division faculty and fellows
- Participate in strategic planning and execution for the Division, the Department, and the Cardiac Center
- Conduct annual performance reviews for Division Faculty
Benefits
- Annual influenza vaccine
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
