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Chair, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
Prisma Health
University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville
Greenville, South Carolina
Prisma Health, South Carolina’s largest not for profit healthcare provider, is seeking an accomplished academic physician leader to serve as Chair of the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology for Prisma Health and the University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville.
This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of women’s health within a nationally recognized, mission driven health system and innovative medical school committed to excellence in patient care, education, and research.
Position Overview
The Chair provides strategic oversight of all divisions within the Department of Ob/Gyn, guiding the development of clinical services, education, and research. The role includes responsibility for departmental vision, operations, finances, and faculty success, while advancing high quality, patient centered care.
Working closely with Division Chiefs, administrative partners, and School of Medicine leadership, the Chair will strengthen clinical programs, support regional growth, and foster collaboration across the health system.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be a respected and inspiring leader with:
Greenville, South Carolina, offers an exceptional quality of life - vibrant downtown living, top rated schools, cultural amenities, and easy access to the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Carolina coast - making it an ideal place to live, work, and lead.
Qualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and CV to: Darian Lyles, Physician Recruiter, Darian.Lyles@.
Prisma Health is an equal-opportunity employer which proudly values diversity. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Chair, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
Prisma Health
University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville
Greenville, South Carolina
Prisma Health, South Carolina’s largest not for profit healthcare provider, is seeking an accomplished academic physician leader to serve as Chair of the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology for Prisma Health and the University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville.
This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of women’s health within a nationally recognized, mission driven health system and innovative medical school committed to excellence in patient care, education, and research.
Position Overview
The Chair provides strategic oversight of all divisions within the Department of Ob/Gyn, guiding the development of clinical services, education, and research. The role includes responsibility for departmental vision, operations, finances, and faculty success, while advancing high quality, patient centered care.
Working closely with Division Chiefs, administrative partners, and School of Medicine leadership, the Chair will strengthen clinical programs, support regional growth, and foster collaboration across the health system.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and execute a clear strategic vision aligned with Prisma Health and academic priorities
- Expand comprehensive Ob/Gyn services while maintaining national quality and safety standards
- Oversee residency and medical education programs, including ACGME accreditation
- Recruit, mentor, and retain high performing faculty and trainees
- Advance scholarship and research through interdisciplinary collaboration and partnerships
- Ensure strong fiscal and operational performance of the department
- Promote an inclusive, supportive culture for faculty, staff, and learners
The successful candidate will be a respected and inspiring leader with:
- M.D. or equivalent and board certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Eligibility for appointment at the Professor level at the USC School of Medicine Greenville
- Demonstrated success in academic medicine, clinical leadership, and faculty development
- Strong communication skills and the ability to lead effectively within a complex, matrixed healthcare system
- A passion for innovation, education, mentorship, and patient centered care
- Prisma Health is a not-for-profit academic health system serving South Carolina and Eastern Tennessee, with 19 hospitals, a 3,700provider medical group, nearly $7B in annual revenue, and more than 32,000 team members. Academics and research are central to Prisma Health’s mission and 2030 Strategic Plan, supporting workforce development, innovation, and improved patient outcomes.
- The Department of Ob/Gyn includes more than 225 providers across 22 practices and divisions, a 28-person residency, fellowships in Maternal Fetal Medicine and Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery, and an APP fellowship in Maternal Fetal Medicine. The department also boasts a large and thriving research division.
- Our purpose is clear: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.
Greenville, South Carolina, offers an exceptional quality of life - vibrant downtown living, top rated schools, cultural amenities, and easy access to the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Carolina coast - making it an ideal place to live, work, and lead.
Qualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and CV to: Darian Lyles, Physician Recruiter, Darian.Lyles@.
Prisma Health is an equal-opportunity employer which proudly values diversity. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
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