Assoc. Dean, Clin. Affairs /AVP, Med. Affairs

Compensation: $120,000 - $150,000 based on experience and qualifications

Position Summary

The Chicago Medical School (CMS) at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (RFUMS) seeks an Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs. This individual reports to the CMS Dean and will provide oversight and leadership for clinical affairs at the medical school, ensuring that all clinical sites meet educational requirements and accreditation standards.

This individual will also serve as the RFUMS Associate Vice President for Medical Affairs (AVPMA). In the AVPMA role, this individual reports to and collaborates closely with the Senior Vice President for Medical Affairs, contributing to the development of tactics and processes aligned with the University’s strategic goals for healthcare education. The AVPMA works collaboratively with the Directors of Clinical Education (DCEs) and other academic leaders at the other RFUMS colleges to promote joint planning and collaboration in healthcare education. Additionally, the AVPMA plays a key role in supporting the clinical education needs of RFUMS by developing new and managing existing relationships with clinical entities to optimize alliances and enhance clinical education and residency opportunities for all students.

• This role requires travel to affiliate sites; candidates must have the ability to travel independently between locations as needed.

Our generous benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision plans; paid parental leave; short-term and long-term disability plans; life insurance; flexible spending accounts; and a 403(b) retirement plan, which includes an 8% employer contribution once eligible. RFUMS is committed to employee well-being and work-life balance. This position is eligible for 24 days of vacation/ personal leave, 15 sick days, and 9 paid holidays, paid winter break, plus two floating holidays.

Who We Are

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (RFUMS) is a six-college graduate health sciences university dedicated to the interprofessional education of health and biomedical professionals. The six colleges are Chicago Medical School, College of Health Professions, College of Nursing, College of Pharmacy, Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine, and the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies.

Chicago Medical School, the original college of the six, has been educating physicians and furthering biomedical research for more than 100 years. Established in 1912, the founders built a combined medical school and hospital where working men and women could study medicine at night.

As a community-based institution, CMS students experience a variety of clinical environments and models, including inner city and suburban hospitals, the James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center that serves U.S. military personnel, as well as private clinics and practice settings. Training focuses on positioning patients at the center of care and as an active member of the healthcare team. During students’ didactic training, RFUMS’ simulation labs allow students to sharpen their interactive and communication skills and develop critical reasoning. Students have early clinical contact, experience a supportive environment, and can count on a faculty and staff dedicated to student success.

Faculty and staff are passionate about CMS’ mission to educate physicians and scientists dedicated to providing exemplary, compassionate patient care, and excellence in scientific discovery within a diverse, supportive, and interprofessional environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs:

• Work to develop new clinical rotation sites and maintain existing partnerships for Chicago Medical School (CMS) students
• Develop and maintain good business relationships with affiliated hospitals, health systems and clinics providing education for medical students
• Visit affiliate locations on a scheduled basis (at least annually) to meet with clinical chairs, clerkship and site directors, and key clinical faculty to discuss clinical training at the sites and evaluate the learning environment in collaboration with RFUMS/CMS clinical leadership
• Identify health system partners to potentially sponsor and establish regional campuses
• Create new opportunities in the community for students to increase the reach and impact of CMS
• Assist in the identification, recruitment, and preparation of appropriate clinicians to serve as faculty
• Collaborate with the CMS Business Office on the Clinical Affairs budget
• Collaborate with RFUMS Office of Compliance to ensure all agreements are properly executed and maintained within their databases
• Oversee all affiliate contracts including MOU's with affiliated hospitals, health systems and sites for CMS
• Oversee internal audit processes and procedures regarding current affiliate contracts
• Collaborate with the CMS Business Office and legal counsel to confirm agreements clearly state financial obligations, address relevant regulatory and compliance concerns, and assess risks
• Ensure that needs and expectations of clinical sites are managed in accordance with the affiliation agreements arranged between the sites and the school, and are in keeping with accreditation requirements
• Apply continuous quality leadership principles to direct processes associated with clinical education
• Supervise staff in the Office of Clinical Affairs (recruit, lead, develop, provide annual evaluations)
• Engage at a national level with professional organizations relevant to medical education
• Participate in preparation for and conduct of LCME accreditation site visits
• Participate in committees, strategic planning retreats, etc. for CMS and RFUMS
• Other duties as assigned by the CMS Dean

Associate Vice President for Medical Affairs:

• Contribute to the consolidation and enhancement of the clinical education opportunities at RFUMS’ affiliate partner sites
• Collaborate with RFUMS colleges and programs in establishing master affiliation agreements with partner sites
• In collaboration with the Senior Vice President for Medical Affairs (SVPMA) and the other academic program leaders, assist in building new clinical training opportunities for all RFUMS students
• Promote continuous improvement of the student learning environment at clinical sites
• Work collaboratively and in coordination with the SVPMA in identifying, establishing, growing, and nurturing relationships with clinical entities and partners
• In collaboration with the SVPMA, coordinate the development of the annual Clinical Partnerships Report
• Serve as chair of the Directors of Clinical Education at RFUMS

Conditions of Employment

• Must achieve satisfactory results from a background check

Required Education & Experience

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
• Eligible for faculty appointment at the appropriate rank
• Minimum 5 years of experience in clinical education development and delivery
• Minimum 5 years of experience in medical education administration
• Progressively responsible and complex senior academic leadership experience
• Demonstrated accomplishment in the clinical environment
• Proven tactical and strategic leadership skills in the clinical learning environment
• Experience with the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) and/or other accrediting bodies
• Proven experience managing multiple initiatives
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Reputation for personal and professional integrity beyond reproach

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of graduate-level health sciences education
• Comprehensive understanding of accreditation principles, practices, and regulatory standards for health-related programmatic accreditation (e.g., LCME)
• Knowledge and skills related to effective leadership of clinicians in academic and clinical settings
• Demonstrated academic and clinical leadership with a collegial and collaborative management style
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Skilled in mediation, negotiation, and building consensus around proposed solutions
• Strong organizational and management skills with demonstrated good judgment
• Creative problem solver with the ability to innovate and drive positive change
• Proven ability to work effectively as a partner with a variety of constituents
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to advocate for change
• Ability to formulate and articulate sound policies
• Proficiency in the use of social networking and other relevant technologies
• Passion for medical and health sciences education and a commitment to advancing the field

Preferred Qualifications

• Served in a leadership role for at least 2 years

Typical Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• This role requires travel to affiliate sites; candidates must have the ability to travel independently between locations as needed.
• The selected candidate must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations

EOE, Including Disability / Vets