POSITION SUMMARY: Valley Medical Group is seeking a Director of Gastroenterology tojoin its growing Gastroenterology Practices located in Bergen County. The Director will oversee and guide the strategic directionof the Gastroenterology division, providing superior clinical leadership,ensuring adherence to evidence-based practices, implementing best practices inclinical quality and safety, and enhancing patient care. The idealcandidate will be hard working, flexible, and a team player with excellentcommunication, critical thinking, analytical, and relationship building skillswho enjoys working in a dynamic, community-based hospital and office setting. Thisis a great opportunity for a physician to gain valuable work experience whileenjoying the support of colleagues in a well-established and respectedpractice, with a strongly rooted community presence.
Time allocation: This role will be 80 % clinical and 20 %administrative.
Primary Administrative Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership:
Develop and execute the strategic vision to guide expansion of Gastroenterology services and integrating related operations across the Valley Health System.
Collaborate with other division heads and hospital leadership to enhance interdisciplinary care and patient outcomes.
Identify growth opportunities, implement quality improvement initiatives, and drive operational efficiency.
Clinical Oversight:
In collaboration with the Chair of the Service Line, lead the delivery of clinical services including clinical cost management, utilization, quality assurance, development of evidence-based initiatives, protocols, and system-based practice initiatives.
Provide clinical leadership to a team of gastroenterologists and the office staff.
Develop areas of clinical excellence and driving best practices for VMG Gastroenterology and related disciplines.
Ensure adherence to evidence-based practices, protocols, and guidelines.
Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
Quality and Safety:
Monitor and improve clinical quality metrics, patient safety, and patient satisfaction.
Implement best practices to enhance patient experience and outcomes.
Address any issues related to quality assurance and risk management.
Academic and Research Initiatives:
Provide oversight of GME programs, residency electives as it pertains to the Gastroenterology division.
Encourage participation in clinical trials and research studies.
Promote scholarly activities and mentorship.
Administrative Duties:
Collaborate with Chair and service line director in overseeing budgeting, resource allocation, and financial performance of the division.
Participate in recruitment, retention, and evaluation of clinical staff.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and accreditation standards.
Meet regularly with each gastroenterologist to discuss performance and progress towards achieving established goals and objectives.
Mentor and supports physicians and other providers in the division.
Participate in the recruitment process for new physicians and clinical staff in Gastroenterology.
Facilitate effective communication between Service Line Leadership and Practice/Department Staff including change management, policy reminders and or any other issues needing escalation.
Community Engagement:
Represent Valley Health System in professional societies, conferences, and community events.
Provide oversight and coordination of community engagement initiatives related to VMG Gastroenterology.
Build strong relationships with referring physicians, community organizations, and stakeholders.

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