Chief, Academic General Pediatrics

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Boston Children's Health Physicians, New York & Connecticut (BCHP) is seeking a Chief of the division of Academic General Pediatrics. The ideal candidate is a committed physician leader with a strong background in general pediatric clinical practice, healthcare management, medical education, and research. The successful candidate will also be appointed chief of General Pediatrics at Maria Fareri Children's Hospital at WMCHealth (MFCH), and New York Medical College (NYMC), our affiliated medical school, which is part of Touro University.

The Division of Academic General Pediatrics comprises ten outstanding general pediatricians dedicated to academic medicine and a superb support staff. The main clinical practice site of the division is a key teaching site for the MFCH pediatric residency general pediatrics rotation and general pediatric continuity clinic, as well as NYMC pediatric clerkship rotation. It is located at 40 Saw Mill River Road in Hawthorne, NY. The division chief will oversee the placement of preceptors for residents at two local clinics, as well as the clinical staffing at one innovative outreach site. The clinicians in this division have a strong dedication to academic medicine, particularly through teaching, research, and quality improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership and Vision: Set a strategic vision and provide leadership for the Division of Academic General Pediatrics, ensuring alignment with BCHP's mission and values.
• Clinical Excellence: Oversee the delivery of comprehensive, compassionate, and high-quality care to pediatric patients. Serve as a clinical resource and provide guidance, ensuring evidence-based practices are followed.
• Program Development: Lead initiatives to enhance access, improve quality, and implement innovative care models.
• Quality and Safety: Champion patient safety and quality improvement initiatives within the division. Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and lead efforts to improve outcomes and patient satisfaction.
• Research and Innovation: Foster a research-friendly environment, providing resources and mentorship to support scholarly activities.
• Education and Mentorship: Oversee educational programs for fellows, residents, and medical students within the division. Serve as a mentor to junior faculty, promoting professional development and academic growth.
• Administrative Oversight: Manage the division's resources, including personnel, budget, and facilities, to ensure efficient operations. Develop strategies for growth, recruitment, and retention of faculty and staff.
• Team Development: Mentor and support physicians, residents, and staff, fostering a culture of collaboration and growth.
• Clinical practice: maintain an active clinical practice, approximately 0.5 FTE clinical

Qualifications

• Board Certified in Pediatrics
• Proven experience in a leadership role within pediatric healthcare
• Strong communication, organizational, and team-building skills
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in healthcare
• Experience in academic medicine and teaching is highly desirable. It is expected that the chief will have sufficient academic credentials to be appointed as Associate Professor of Pediatrics or higher at New York Medical College.

Compensation

BCHP offers a competitive compensation package and a stimulating work environment, which includes the following as outlined below:

• The Good Faith Estimated Annual Salary Range is 250,000-$300,000
• Annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) Reimbursement
• Generous PTO package
• Competitive Benefits package including Medical Dental, Prescription, Disability, and Life
• Insurance Coverage
• Loan Forgiveness - PSLF
• Medical Malpractice coverage at no cost to the employee

To Apply

To apply, send an email with CV attached to Kevin King of DSG Global ( [email protected] ). Nominations of qualified candidates can also be sent to Kevin King.

Salary : $250,000 - $300,000