Medical Chairman

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Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

 

Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

Overview

Responsible for oversite of all Department functions. This includes the overall planning, design, funding, coordination, communication, direction, provision and fiscal management of all department programs in accordance with the rules, regulations, and policies of the hospital (and the hospital's strategic objectives), federal and state laws, rules, regulations and standards of all governmental agencies and regulatory and accreditation bodies relating to physicians and hospitals (including the statndards of the Joint Commission). The Chair shall define the scope of work for the department and all faculty members, and identify time spent in clinical services, research, teaching and administration. A regular and effective method of communication with all faculty members will be maintained through regularly scheduled meetings, oral, and written communication. Provide caring, safe, state-of-the-art diagnostic medical services to our patients, their families, and referring physicians in a responsive and efficient fashion. Participates in educational programs, scholarly and administrative activities, and serves as a consultant to CMH and community physicians.

 

At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

 

Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Responsibilities

• Oversees all Department functions.
• Provides quality services to patients.
• The Chair / Center Director is expected to provide administrative oversight of their unit's clinical services, training programs, research initiatives and community engagement in full partnership with their respective administrator
• Be a visible leader who engages in consistent and clear communication, both internally and externally, across all organizational stakeholders. A successful Chair or Center Director is expected to demonstrate exceptional leadership and effective management to leverage current strengths in their Department and to lead their unit to excel. Actively cultivate new and existing revenue sources to expand funding for research activities through the organization.
• Will implement strong mentoring and management training processes that will strengthen the leadership skills among the existing unit leaders and develop / retain promising future leaders for the enterprise. These efforts are to be in collaboration (as well as to supplement) with the efforts of the CMRI, the Medical Staff, the Office of Faculty Development, the Leadership Center for Physicians and the Office of Well Being
• The Chair / Center Director is expected to develop a research strategy that 1) resonates with the culture of the subspecialty; 2) utilizes the strengths of current faculty; 3) aligns with the strengths of the CMRI; 4) nurtures a strong culture of cross collaboration between disciplines; 5) leads to nationally recognized work product / external funding and 6) stands the test that investment and expectations match.

Qualifications

• MD/DO, completion of applicable residency and fellowing, BC in specialty area and No Experience necessary / On-the-Job Training
• CMH Hospital Priveleges Required
• State Medical License Required
• BNDD and DEA Certificates Required

Starting Pay

 

 

 

EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet

Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation are all factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

 

CM is committed to creating a workforce that supports the diverse backgrounds of our patients and families. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team, so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.

 

If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, and beliefs.