What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Director, Peri-Procedural Services - Chester County, PA position at Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System?
Description
Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.
Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?
Description & Duties:
Penn Medicine is excited to be seeking a Full-Time Medical Director of Peri-Procedural Services to join our team at Chester County Hospital (CCH) located in West Chester, PA, about 45 minutes west of Philadelphia. The Medical Director will provide operational leadership of Peri-Procedural services (Anesthesia, pre- procedure, operative, post–procedure, PAT) in a dyad partnership with the Nursing Director of Perioperative Services for clinical and administrative support in the designated areas/departments.
Primary areas of responsibility will include:
A successful candidate will be a Board-Certified Anesthesiologist with proven leadership ability and the following qualities:
Interested candidates may apply online or send their CV to Alexandra Brindle, Penn Medicine Recruiter, at [email protected].
About Chester County Hospital:
Ranked as one of the Top 50 hospitals in the nation by Healthgrades, Chester County Hospital (CCH) is a 329-bed inpatient complex that has been serving Chester County and the surrounding communities for more than 125 years. In 2013, CCH joined the University of Pennsylvania Health System (UPHS) as part of its ongoing effort to provide the most progressive services available. The hospital features state of art modern ORs including hybrid ORs in a brand new pavilion opened in 2021. CCH offers an array of inpatient and outpatient medical and surgical services, including interventional heart and vascular services, open heart surgery, advanced spine surgery, general, orthopaedic and oncology surgery, oncology, radiation oncology and comprehensive maternal/infant health services. The hospital also offers home health and hospice care; occupational and employee health care; professional and technical education; outpatient laboratory; radiology and physical therapy services; prenatal care and gynecological care for all women, including the underserved; and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation.
About the community:
Nestled in the heart of Pennsylvania's Brandywine Valley, West Chester is a picturesque and historic community that offers a unique blend of small-town charm and metropolitan culture. The Philadelphia Inquirer has called it "one of the world's most perfect small towns." Downtown West Chester has a little something for everyone with an array of shops and restaurants, live music, cultural events, street fairs, farmers markets, museum exhibits and more. It also offers close proximity to Philadelphia and Wilmington, DE (~45 minutes), as well as easy access to Baltimore and Washington D.C. just a few hours away. The area is also located next to the prestigious Main Line and home to some of the top school districts in the state. Residents in the area have access to nationally renowned Longwood Gardens located in Kennett Square or to the world famous King of Prussia Mall, the 3rd largest shopping mall in America! To learn more about the charming community of West Chester, please visit the following link: http://www.downtownwestchester.com/.
Why Penn Medicine?
Live Your Life's Work
We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.
Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?
Description & Duties:
Penn Medicine is excited to be seeking a Full-Time Medical Director of Peri-Procedural Services to join our team at Chester County Hospital (CCH) located in West Chester, PA, about 45 minutes west of Philadelphia. The Medical Director will provide operational leadership of Peri-Procedural services (Anesthesia, pre- procedure, operative, post–procedure, PAT) in a dyad partnership with the Nursing Director of Perioperative Services for clinical and administrative support in the designated areas/departments.
Primary areas of responsibility will include:
- Anesthesia Practice Management
- Business planning processes
- Patient care processes
- Clinical effectiveness and quality
- Regulatory compliance
- Change management
- Financial management
A successful candidate will be a Board-Certified Anesthesiologist with proven leadership ability and the following qualities:
- A minimum of two years of management experience is required
- Administrative experience in an OR setting and of an Anesthesia physician group (hospital OR or ASC) is preferred
- Outstanding management skills
- Strong communication skills that enable them to appreciate other perspectives
- The ability to collaborate across Penn Medicine
Interested candidates may apply online or send their CV to Alexandra Brindle, Penn Medicine Recruiter, at [email protected].
About Chester County Hospital:
Ranked as one of the Top 50 hospitals in the nation by Healthgrades, Chester County Hospital (CCH) is a 329-bed inpatient complex that has been serving Chester County and the surrounding communities for more than 125 years. In 2013, CCH joined the University of Pennsylvania Health System (UPHS) as part of its ongoing effort to provide the most progressive services available. The hospital features state of art modern ORs including hybrid ORs in a brand new pavilion opened in 2021. CCH offers an array of inpatient and outpatient medical and surgical services, including interventional heart and vascular services, open heart surgery, advanced spine surgery, general, orthopaedic and oncology surgery, oncology, radiation oncology and comprehensive maternal/infant health services. The hospital also offers home health and hospice care; occupational and employee health care; professional and technical education; outpatient laboratory; radiology and physical therapy services; prenatal care and gynecological care for all women, including the underserved; and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation.
About the community:
Nestled in the heart of Pennsylvania's Brandywine Valley, West Chester is a picturesque and historic community that offers a unique blend of small-town charm and metropolitan culture. The Philadelphia Inquirer has called it "one of the world's most perfect small towns." Downtown West Chester has a little something for everyone with an array of shops and restaurants, live music, cultural events, street fairs, farmers markets, museum exhibits and more. It also offers close proximity to Philadelphia and Wilmington, DE (~45 minutes), as well as easy access to Baltimore and Washington D.C. just a few hours away. The area is also located next to the prestigious Main Line and home to some of the top school districts in the state. Residents in the area have access to nationally renowned Longwood Gardens located in Kennett Square or to the world famous King of Prussia Mall, the 3rd largest shopping mall in America! To learn more about the charming community of West Chester, please visit the following link: http://www.downtownwestchester.com/.
Why Penn Medicine?
- Featured as a Forbes Top Employer
- Competitive Compensation and CME package
- Comprehensive benefits package inclusive of PSLF eligibility, strong retirement, dependent tuition benefit, CME and time off programs
- Onboarding/orientation program designed for individual education and support, including EMR shoulder-to-shoulder training
- Employee wellness resources and work/life programs
- Access to in-system referrals for patients
- Networking and connection to colleagues across all specialties throughout Penn Medicine
Live Your Life's Work
We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
