What are the responsibilities and job description for the Division Chief of Pediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine, Department of Pediatrics (F71540) position at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU)?
Mission or Goal of Unit: The Pediatric Pulmonology Clinic in the VCU Department of Pediatrics is
the only specialty group in Central Virginia dedicated to the evaluation and ongoing
treatment of all pediatric pulmonary diseases and the only accredited cystic
fibrosis center and sleep lab in the region. Specialists provide in-depth
clinical evaluation, diagnostic testing and ongoing treatment for pediatric
patients who have chronic pulmonary problems such as asthma and cystic
fibrosis. Because the care of pulmonary patients is complex and multifaceted,
the staff and faculty train medical students and residents to work closely with
primary care physicians who will have a continuing role in addressing the day-to-day
health needs, while a specialty team works to address the unique needs of
children with lung problems. There is a commitment to community partnerships to
advance care, education, and community outreach for common pulmonary problems,
such as asthma. Chief Purpose of this position: The Children’s Hospital of Richmond (CHOR) at Virginia Commonwealth
University (VCU) is conducting a national search for its next Chief of the
Division of Pediatric Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine. We are looking for either a
physician scientist or a clinician-educator at the Associate or full Professor
rank. The candidate will direct a division of 8 physician pulmonologists
and sleep medicine physicians. Responsibilities will include mentorship and
career development for members of the division, developing successful outreach
and regional programs, sustaining a nationally recognized research program, and
fostering a culture of excellence in teaching and clinical care. The candidate with energy, imagination,
and vision will assume leadership of a superior academic pulmonary and sleep division
that provides clinical coverage within a Pediatric Medical Center. Our division is
undergoing significant dynamic growth and has active externally funded bench,
translational, clinical, and epidemiological research and Quality Improvement
programs. The Division includes a fellowship program, high functioning CF
center (part of the CFF Therapeutic Development Network, Success with Therapies
Research Consortium, and CF Learning Network), community asthma program, sleep
program, and collaborates in multidisciplinary aerodigestive, chronic vent,
neuromuscular, and sickle cell programs. Position Responsibilities: Teaching Clinical Required Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications:
Faculty member will have teaching responsibilities in the area of
Pediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine. Faculty will provide guidance and
mentorship to Medical Students, Residents, Chief Residents, and Fellows when
applicable.
Research
Faculty member will be expected to obtain funding from an external granting agency
such as the NIH, AHRQ or foundational granting agencies such as the CF
foundation or equivalent. Faculty member will be expected to develop a scholarly/research portfolio with evidence of multi-disciplinary applications
and external funding appropriate to complement and expand existing expertise in
the department.
Service
Faculty member will serve on departmental or School of
Medicine level committees when appropriate, as well as provide professional service
through journal review, conference presentations, etc.
Faculty member will serve as a leader, role model, and
physician in Pediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine for the Department of
Pediatrics.
Administrative
Faculty will take on leadership and administrative duties associated with the role of Division Chair.
Position Type: Clinical
Full time equivalent: 100
Tenure: Open
Rank: Open
Months: 12
Department:
SOM/Pediatrics
Salary: Commensurate
ORP Eligible: Yes
Contact Information:
Contact Name: Jewel Jefferson
Contact Email: jewel.jefferson@vcuhealth.org
Contact Phone:
