Chief, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
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- University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
- Location
- Denver, CO
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- Full Time
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- Four-Year Institution
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Description
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.Experience: Associate Professor Level or higher with experience in academic leadership Demonstrated educational, clinical, and academic excellence Condition of employment: Ability to obtain a Colorado Medical license Preferred Qualifications:
Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Feb 10, 2022
Unposting Date: Ongoing
University of Colorado Denver l Anschutz Medical Campus
School of Medicine, Department of Surgery - Division of Cardio Thoracic Surgery
Division Chief (Professor)
Position # 00657628 - Req # 24634
The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations and full completion thereof by 9/1/21 or upon start date. Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at:Anschutz: https://www.ucdenver.edu/docs/librariesprovider284/default-document-library/3000-general-admission/3012---covid-19-vaccination-requirement-and-compliance.pdf?sfvrsn=4e9df3ba_2Denver: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirusExemptions vary by campus location/department.Campus/Unit-Specific Exemptions:- Anschutz Campus – Exemptions are allowed for medical or religious reasons.
- Denver Campus - Exemptions are allowed for medical, religious, or personal reasons.
- Consolidated/Central Services Administration – Will follow Anschutz policy on exemptions.
- Active clinical practice at UCH
- Member in good standing of Attending/Admitting Staff or Associated Scientific Staff
- Appointment as full-time academic faculty at The University of Colorado School of Medicine (CUSOM)
- Responsible for all clinical activities in Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Monitor the professional performance of privileged members in the Division, making recommendations relating to Medical Staff membership and clinical privileges at the time of appointment and reappointment.
- Immediately inform the President of the Medical Staff, if the physical and/or mental health status of a member of his/her division comes into question such that the practitioner's ability to provide safe and competent patient care may be jeopardized.
- Oversee quality and appropriateness of patient care rendered by providers in their department.
- Provide input into and ensure adherence to UCH and CHCO Policies and Procedures.
- Attend UCH and CHCO strategic and operational meetings, as requested
- Work with administrative partners to optimize, as well as develop and implement plans to improve all clinically related activities of patient care, and patient and family experience
- Oversee credentialing and privileging as related to Divisional providers and procedures.
- Responsible for developing and overseeing the education and research programs in Adult and Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery.
- Responsible for the educational mission of the Division for all learners – medical students, residents, fellows, APP’s, nurses and Faculty
- Collaborate on evaluating strategic opportunities for the Division in current and new potential areas for clinical, education and other opportunities that could benefit the Division, Department and School of Medicine.
- The Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery will work with their administrative partners to prepare operating budgets and capital budget requests pertaining to their division.
- Will suggest and participate in cost savings/productivity strategies to meet or improve the operational budget while maintaining quality service, provider satisfaction, excellent patient outcomes, and patient and referring provider satisfaction.
- Report to the Medical Board or other committees as requested
- Review monthly financial statements for the Division with their administrative partner and develop action plans for improvement and sustainability.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
- Education:
- Doctor of Medicine degree recognized by the General Medical Council
- 2-6 year cardiothoracic surgery residency program
- Board Certified in Cardiac and Thoracic Surgery
- Experience in research, preferable with independent funding (i.e. NIH)
- Department or Divisional leadership experience, including serving as chair, chief or vice chair in a surgical department or commensurate leadership experience
- Demonstrated experience implementing or developing diversity, equity, or inclusion initiatives
- Be able to motivate excellence and teamwork among providers and staff, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration
- Demonstrate excellence in leadership with regards to conflict resolution among all team members
- Have strong leadership skills, including interpersonal communication, interdisciplinary collaboration, problem resolution, decision-making and project/change management
- Integrate clinical, quality/patient safety, management and financial concepts within a pediatric and adult academic healthcare setting
- Leading high-performing, cross-functional teams; designing and implementing processes for strong and effective clinical and practice management operations
- Have a commitment to ensuring an excellent patient experience
- Promote the mission of clinical care, research, education, teaching and advocacy.
- Have strong abilities/desire to support and promote a culture of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- Ability to evaluate and develop strategic initiatives in all areas of responsibility in collaboration with other key Departments/Divisions and hospital partners to raise the level of excellence with regard to patient safety, quality, outcomes, and national reputation
Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Feb 10, 2022
Unposting Date: Ongoing
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