What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vice Chair for Clinical Operations, Department of Radiology, Dartmouth Health position at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center?
Overview
Responsibilities
Position Summary
Clinical Excellence:
The VC will provide leadership, along with section chiefs to help us develop new services and hone those already in existence, with an eye towards continuous improvement and patient satisfaction. The VC, as an extension of the Chair, will be the main point of contact for Chiefs seeking to address day-to-day clinical operational issues. VC will also collaborate with executive leadership, other department chairs, and division leads to optimize clinical care across the enterprise.
Reporting Structure
Benefits:
Position Requirements:
Cover Letters should be addressed to:
CV and cover letter to be sent to:
Qualifications
Responsibilities
Dartmouth Health’s Department of Radiology is seeking a Vice Chair (VC) for Clinical Operations (CO) to join our dynamic Department in the beautiful Upper Valley region of New Hampshire and Vermont. Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, the system’s central clinical hub and Academic Medical Center, is located immediately adjacent to bustling college town of Hanover, NH. Hanover is home to the world-renowned Dartmouth College and Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth.
We are seeking a skilled, visionary, and impactful radiologist leader to define and execute a vision for modern, efficient, safe, and high-quality clinical operations. The Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology Service line is the backbone of the Department of Radiology, and we endeavor for our services to be a model nationally. A majority of the VC’s work will be improving operations at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center (DHMC), our main academic medical center, which includes a cancer center, a comprehensive stroke center, and a level I trauma center. The Vice Chair of Clinical Operations will also serve an important role at the system level by virtue of our professional service line already being integrated across the majority of the Dartmouth Health network. Dartmouth Health Radiology interprets imaging from 10 hospitals and a number of out-patient imaging centers; continued work towards harmonizing and optimizing operations across the system is part of the role.
For her or his clinical component, the Vice Chair will join a clinical section based on the candidate’s subspeciality interest and preferred practice area (e.g. abdominal imaging, neuroradiology, mammography, etc.).
Position Summary
The Vice Chair of Clinical Operations will be a nationally known leader in the field of optimizing clinical operations, one capable of vision setting and execution. In addition to expertise in clinical operations, she or he will have a reputation for excellence in personally delivering clinical care, teaching, mentoring, and scholarship. The Vice Chair of Clinical Operations will provide the main physician oversight over the day-to-day professional clinical operations of the Department, including the following: optimizing physician staffing/scheduling; the interface between technologists, nurses, and physicians; the interface between clinical operations and our quality team; the interface between clinical operations and IT; and the overlap of the clinical operations and our educational programs. As all Vice Chairs do, the VC for CO will support all three core missions of the Department:
Clinical Excellence:
The clinical mission is at our core and is the primary area of responsibility of the Vice Chair for Clinical Operations. We aim for every section of the Department to be productive, cutting-edge, and collaborative. With growth across Dartmouth Health, there will be a net expansion of services and imaging volumes over the next many years, allowing the Vice Chair to mold the Department’s clinical service to be a national and international leader. Our service line includes all core subfields of radiology, organized into sections:
- Body Imaging
- Cardiothoracic Imaging
- Emergency Radiology (which provides evening/overnight coverage)
- Interventional Radiology
- Neuroradiology
- Nuclear Medicine
- Mammography
- Musculoskeletal Imaging
- Pediatric Imaging
- Regional Radiology (which provides on-site coverage at regional hospitals)
The VC will provide leadership, along with section chiefs to help us develop new services and hone those already in existence, with an eye towards continuous improvement and patient satisfaction. The VC, as an extension of the Chair, will be the main point of contact for Chiefs seeking to address day-to-day clinical operational issues. VC will also collaborate with executive leadership, other department chairs, and division leads to optimize clinical care across the enterprise.
Educational Excellence
The Dartmouth Health Department of Radiology is a national leader in teaching radiology to medical students, with numerous nationally and internationally recognized educators and extensive dissemination of scholarly work pertaining educational techniques and novel programs. Dartmouth Radiology hosts multiple outstanding residencies, including in Diagnostic Radiology and an integrated DR/IR program, as well as multiple fellowships. Our students, residents, and fellows learn in the setting of our thriving busy clinical practice. We want the clinical service to be a welcoming, safe, and educational place for learners, and towards that goal, the VC for CO role will work closely with the Vice Chair for Education, our Program Directors, and other educational leaders. We also strive for our learners to have level-appropriate education in the regulatory, financial, and logistical aspects of modern medical practice; we would ask for partnership from the VC for CO in building curricula to teach trainees these topics.
Supporting Scholarship
Dartmouth Health Radiology is an academic radiology department, with faculty participating to various degrees in our scholarly mission. Opportunities for scholarship abound; as a national leader in serving populations across a wide geographic area, there are ample opportunities to publish and speak on the innovative programs and the delivery of health care in this setting. We also have cutting-edge technology and advanced imaging techniques which also offer fertile ground for scholarship. Collaboration with other productive researchers inside and outside the department is also an immense opportunity; working closely with engaged students, residents, and fellows in academic endeavors is also highly encouraged.
We anticipate the VC themselves will be academic productive, aiming to disseminate the outcomes of their efforts on the national stage. Additionally, we hope the VC for CO will help build a clinical service that is welcoming to researchers inside and outside the department hoping to have imaging be part of their scholarly programs.
All faculty are encouraged to participate in national societies and organizations, with an eye towards developing a regional and/or national reputation of clinical excellence.
Reporting Structure
The Vice Chair for CO will report directly to Chair of Radiology (who is also the Vice President of the Radiology Service Line for Dartmouth Health). The Vice Chair for CO will have a home section (and section head) for their clinical work. For projects and initiatives under the Vice Chair’s purview, the VC will serve as a leader for teams of physicians and staff.
Overall, the VC should have the ability to engage and inspire others, including physician colleagues, department staff, and others throughout the institution. The Department values patient-centered care and a highly collaborative, respectful, caring, and engaging work environment. There is a strong working relationship with other departments and divisions and all sections participates in multidisciplinary meetings and group conferences.
The Department and Dartmouth Health
The selected candidate will join Dartmouth Health’s 99 radiologists. We are an internationally known Department with a deep history in the field, beginning with acquiring the first clinical x-ray in the United States in 1896. Since then, we have continued an upward trajectory growing in breadth and expanding our services across New England.
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, the academic medical center for the Dartmouth Health system, is home to a breadth of clinical specialties, clinics, programs, facilities, and leading edge research initiatives. As a source of hope and healing for our region, we are committed to delivering world-class care to everyone who enters our doors through a personalized approach that ensures every patient, family, and staff member is heard and respected. DHMC’s clinical excellence is exemplified by our expertise across a broad range of specialties and sub-specialties, and a growing body of clinical research that translates into superlative patient care and positive outcomes. Our highly collaborative culture engages physician-researchers across the Medical Center, who integrate their research activities with a holistic care model that engages families in every aspect of diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. As an organization with deep roots in the Upper Valley community, we work to promote better health and health equity for all through a combination of support services, community partnerships, and population health programs that reflect the unique demographics and spirit of our region. On our Lebanon campus—and in our work throughout the Dartmouth Health system—we make a solemn promise to advocate for our patients, promote effective collaboration among our colleagues, advance healthcare delivery through groundbreaking research, and help those we serve to lead brighter and healthier lives.
Benefits:
- A market leading, highly competitive salary
- Dedicated, reliable academic time (which is a rarity in academic radiology these days)
- Dedicated Vice Chair administrative time
- Generous vacation and CME time away policies
- Generous retirement programs with institutional-contributions (above and beyond salary) including a matching program.
- Up to $15,000 relocation assistance (amount based on the distance of the move)
- Income goes further here: New Hampshire is an income tax-free state. New Hampshire also has no sales tax on purchases, both small and large.
- Fully benefited position including malpractice insurance with tail coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, as well as affordable family medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, and an available HSA account
- CME funds
- Incredible department culture, which is respectful, transparent, communicative, supportive, optimistic, constructive, and engaged. We value our sense of community and our connection to each other, our trainees, our technical staff colleagues, and our referring providers.
Our Region:
Nestled within the stunning New England landscape, the Department of Radiology is based at Dartmouth Health’s main hospital in Lebanon, New Hampshire. This region offers an exceptional blend of outdoor charm, cultural depth, and modern convenience. This picturesque area provides easy access to the Atlantic seacoast and a wealth of outdoor activities, all while being immediately adjacent to the cultural richness of Dartmouth College. Major cities like Boston, Montreal, and New York are within a short drive, and regional airports in Lebanon, Burlington, Manchester, and Boston ensure seamless travel for both national and international adventures. The options for regional day trips are nearly endless and there are countless opportunities to enjoy four seasons, New England architecture, local festivals, theater, performances, gatherings, and an inspiring culinary scene. We prioritize a harmonious balance between income and lifestyle, fostering a caring, family-like environment for our team. Long-standing physicians often describe their experience here as rewarding, appreciating the opportunity to build a life and raise their families in a safe community with highly ranked public and private schools. Join us and discover a place where professional fulfillment meets personal well-being.
Position Requirements:
Requirements:
- American Board of Radiology Certified in Diagnostic Radiology
- Must obtain and maintain a medical license in both New Hampshire and Vermont
- Training and/or experience in clinical operations, clinical excellence, and/or quality
- The ability to be appointed at the Assistant, Associate, or full Professor rank, depending on experience, with a preference for candidates at the Associate or Full Professor rank.
- This is a 1.0 FTE position.
Experience:
- Demonstrated success within an academically oriented radiology department with a personal history of academic excellence.
- A track record of delivering strong results in mission-driven organizations.
- Proven ability to mentor and sponsor others.
- A strong commitment to contribute a to a department-wide culture of respect, transparency, communication, optimism, collaboration, engagement, and caring. We value our sense of community and our connection to each other, including with our trainees, our technical staff colleagues, and our referring providers. Leaders in our Department serve as role models and are viewed as change agents towards building a just and caring culture.
- Participation in national societies and organizations preferred. Experience in local, national, or international speaking/teaching is preferred.
To learn more, please visit: www.DHproviders.org
Cover Letters should be addressed to:
David M. Naeger, MD FACR FAAR - Chair, Department of Radiology
CV and cover letter to be sent to:
Caitlin Vecchio, MBA, CPRP-DEI - Caitlin.A.Vecchio.Taylor@Hitchcock.org
Qualifications
Required Licensure/Certifications
Requirements: - ??American Board of Radiology Certified in Diagnostic Radiology - Must obtain and maintain a medical license in both New Hampshire and Vermont - Training and/or experience in clinical operations, clinical excellence, and/or quality - The ability to be appointed at the Assistant, Associate, or full Professor rank, depending on experience, with a preference for candidates at the Associate or Full Professor rank. - This is a 1.0 FTE position. ?? Experience: - Demonstrated success within an academically oriented radiology department with a personal history of academic excellence. - A track record of delivering strong results in mission-driven organizations. - Proven ability to mentor and sponsor others. - A strong commitment to contribute a to a department-wide culture of respect, transparency, communication, optimism, collaboration, engagement, and caring. We value our sense of community and our connection to each other, including with our trainees, our technical staff colleagues, and our referring providers. Leaders in our Department serve as role models and are viewed as change agents towards building a just and caring culture. ?? - Participation in national societies and organizations preferred. Experience in local, national, or international speaking/teaching is preferred.
Area of Interest: Physician- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week
- Shift: Evening
- Job ID: 25756
Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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Salary : $15,000
