Chief Pulmonary Medicine

Philadelphia, PA (relocation provided) The Chief of Pulmonary Medicine will direct the clinical and operational activities of the department to include but not limited to clinical coverage, physician staffing, nurse practitioners, RNs. The ideal candidate will bring a proven background in department leadership, program development, strategic planning, change management, and clinical leadership to the department. The Chief will work to revise and advance the Pulmonary department to serve the patients of the Hospital. Oversee the daily clinical operations of medical staff. Create a vision and direction for the department. Provide leadership for operational issues. Policy design/implementation Be an active physician within the practice. Develop practice-oriented education. Mentor/Train clinical staff. Active role in Quality Improvement Recruitment of clinical staff - physicians & nurse practitioners to grow department. Manage expectations, duties and activity of physicians and nurse practitioners. Requirements: MD or DO Unrestricted PA medical license Graduate from an ACGME Pediatric Residency Board Certified - Pediatrics Graduate from an ACGME Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine Fellowship 5+ years clinical experience in a pediatric hospitalist practice 3+ years experience in practice leadership & change management