Nemours Children's Health seeks a dynamic, distinguished physician executive to serve as its next Chair of Pediatrics, Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida and University of Central Florida College of Medicine. This is an extraordinary opportunity for the next Chair to expand pediatric clinical care in a vibrant and entrepreneurial environment, elevate research, and to advance the academic mission by helping to expand pediatric undergraduate and graduate education.
The successful candidate will have a reputation as an outstanding clinician, experience working in an integrated pediatric clinical program, have a passion for academic medicine and demonstrated business and financial acumen. S/he will be an individual who has a commitment to providing outstanding care, driving high quality and safety and a desire to improve systems and processes to maximize efficiency. The Chair will engage faculty to provide an environment conducive to expanding research, education, advocacy, faculty wellness and engagement, and developing others.
Key Responsibilities
The Chair will provide the vision, strategic direction, and management of the departments in harmony with all Nemours Children's sites and UCF.
In addition to leading, developing, and supporting the department's faculty members in carrying out their responsibilities, this individual will be instrumental in growing the department's clinical, academic and research scope.
The Chair will expand the scholarly activities of the department through excellent training programs, clinical research and volume growth of NCH and ambulatory practices.
The Chair will lead as a role model for the faculty as an outstanding individual with the highest level of integrity and serve as an ambassador to the community.
What We Offer
Nemours Benefits Guide
Competitive base compensation in the top quartile of the market
Annual incentive compensation that values clinical activity, academic accomplishments and quality improvement
Mortgage assistance, relocation packages and 403B with employer match, 457 retirement savings plans
Licensure, CME and dues allowance
Not-for-profit status; eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
No state income tax in Florida
Qualifications
Board Certification in Pediatrics and licensure or eligibility for licensure in the state of Florida.
A minimum of five years demonstrated leadership achievement in a high-performing, pediatric department.
Progressive administrative leadership experience in an academic medical center environment and Department of Pediatrics.
Record of accomplishment for developing and maturing a research infrastructure.
Excellent administrative experience and financial acumen.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment for transparency, effective problem resolution, collaboration, accountability, and ethical decision-making.
How to Apply/For Confidential Consideration
For confidential consideration, please apply to the posted position.
