What are the responsibilities and job description for the CHIEF ACADEMIC OFFICER position at The Valley Health System?
Responsibilities
The Valley Health System has expanded into an integrated health network that serves more than two million people in Southern Nevada. Starting with Valley Hospital Medical Center in 1979, the Valley Health System has grown to include Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center, Desert View Hospital, Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center, Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, Henderson Hospital, Valley Health Specialty Hospital and West Henderson Hospital.
The Chief Academic Officer/Director of Institutional Operations (DIO) is responsible for the administrative oversight and management of the Graduate Medical Education (GME interns, residents, and fellows) programs and activities. GME programs across multiple hospitals within the Valley Health System are subject to the oversight responsibility of this position.
Qualifications
Shift: FULL TIME VARIED
Education
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) or PHD
Experience
The Chief Academic Officer/Director of Institutional Operations must possess the documented educational and administrative abilities necessary to carry out the responsibilities of the role and to achieve the goals and objectives of the program. Demonstrate clinical competence as a practicing physician. 5-7 years of GME experience required.
License/Certification
The Chief Academic Officer/Director of Institutional Operations must possess the documented educational and administrative abilities necessary to carry out the responsibilities of the role and to achieve the goals and objectives of the program. Demonstrate clinical competence as a practicing physician. 5-7 years of GME experience required.
Other
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, be detail oriented, and handle multiple projects/tasks simultaneously.
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
About Universal Health Services
One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com
The Valley Health System has expanded into an integrated health network that serves more than two million people in Southern Nevada. Starting with Valley Hospital Medical Center in 1979, the Valley Health System has grown to include Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center, Desert View Hospital, Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center, Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, Henderson Hospital, Valley Health Specialty Hospital and West Henderson Hospital.
- 150 beds
- A 37-bay emergency department
- Surgical suites including heart and hybrid suites.
- Endoscopy suites
- Cardiac catheterization labs
- An electrophysiology lab to treat heart rhythm disorders
- An interventional radiology/special procedures lab to treat neurological disorders.
- Inpatient nursing care units.
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Comprehensive education and training center
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Career opportunities within VHS and UHS Subsidies
The Chief Academic Officer/Director of Institutional Operations (DIO) is responsible for the administrative oversight and management of the Graduate Medical Education (GME interns, residents, and fellows) programs and activities. GME programs across multiple hospitals within the Valley Health System are subject to the oversight responsibility of this position.
Qualifications
Shift: FULL TIME VARIED
Education
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) or PHD
Experience
The Chief Academic Officer/Director of Institutional Operations must possess the documented educational and administrative abilities necessary to carry out the responsibilities of the role and to achieve the goals and objectives of the program. Demonstrate clinical competence as a practicing physician. 5-7 years of GME experience required.
License/Certification
The Chief Academic Officer/Director of Institutional Operations must possess the documented educational and administrative abilities necessary to carry out the responsibilities of the role and to achieve the goals and objectives of the program. Demonstrate clinical competence as a practicing physician. 5-7 years of GME experience required.
Other
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, be detail oriented, and handle multiple projects/tasks simultaneously.
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
About Universal Health Services
One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com
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