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Chief, Division of Cardiology

Employer
The University of Arizona
Location
Phoenix, Arizona
Posted Date
Sep 24, 2020

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The Chief of Cardiology will provide strategic leadership and direction for all aspects of the Division. The Division Chief will be responsible for all planning, policy, operations, and oversight of academic, research, and clinical programs of the Division. The Chief of Cardiology will have financial authority over the state-appropriated budget assigned to the division, extramural research funding received, philanthropic funding, and other financial matters for the division, in accordance with applicable University policies and practices. The Chief of Cardiology will have discretion in the recruitment and retention of division faculty. Qualified candidates must possess a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from an accredited institution and be eligible for a University of Arizona academic appointment at the Associate or Full Professor rank click here for additional information.

This position reports directly to the Chair of the Department of Internal Medicine within the College of Medicine – Phoenix for all academic activities. Consistent with the Academic Affiliation Agreement (AAA) between the University of Arizona and Banner Health, the Chief of Cardiology will have a matrix reporting relationship to the Chief Executive Officer of the Banner—University Medical Group (B—UMG) and CEO of B—UMC (Phoenix) for all clinical activities conducted at Banner—University Medical Center (Phoenix).

Consistent with the College’s foundational principle of collaboration, the Chief of Cardiology will work in close collaboration and partnership with others across the College of Medicine – Phoenix, University of Arizona Health Sciences (UAHS) Deans, Department Heads, Institute Directors, Center leadership, and with the College’s clinical partners. The Chief of Cardiology engages and interacts frequently with University of Arizona academic leadership and support units, University of Arizona Foundation, Banner—University Medicine leadership, key external stakeholders, and community officials.

Submit application: https://arizona.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/2450?c=arizona

The University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix anchors the 28-acre Phoenix Biomedical Campus in the heart of the Valley of the Sun. The College inspires and trains individuals to become exemplary physicians, scientists, and leaders who are life-long learners and inquisitive scholars. We embrace professionalism, innovation, and collaboration to optimize health and health care for all. The Phoenix Biomedical Campus embodies the University’s priorities of engagement, partnership, innovation, and synergy in its world-class academic and research initiatives, with clinical facilities throughout Greater Phoenix. The campus also houses the UA Colleges of Public Health, Pharmacy, and Nursing, as well as Northern Arizona University’s College of Health and Human Services, the Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen), and the International Genomics Consortium.

The University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix champions diversity as a core value central to its mission. We are committed to promoting and supporting diversity and inclusion in our research, clinical, and educational missions to meet the needs of the students, faculty, staff, and the communities we serve. We believe diversity at the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix creates role models, broadens perspectives, combats negative stereotyping, and optimizes our ability to provide health care for all.

Such differences include but are not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, sex, age, religion, language, abilities/disabilities, socioeconomic status, educational backgrounds, and geographic region. The college defines diversity as acknowledging, understanding, accepting, valuing, nurturing, and celebrating differences among people. The College of Medicine-Phoenix values and defines diversity broadly and values variety in life experiences and circumstances. The College of Medicine – Phoenix values students, faculty, and staff who demonstrate a commitment to their communities and those who reside, practice, or provide care in rural, inner-city, and other medically underserved populations within and contiguous with the state of Arizona.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

Accepting a new position is a big life step. We want potential candidates and their families to be able to make informed decisions. Candidates who are considering relocation to the Tucson or Phoenix area, and have been offered an on-site interview, are encouraged to use the free services offered by Above & Beyond Relocation Services (ABRS). Ask your department contact to be introduced to ABRS prior to your visit.

The University of Arizona has been recognized on Forbes 2015 list of America’s Best Employers in the United States and has been awarded the 2017 Work-Life Seal of Distinction by the Alliance for Work-Life Progress! For more information about working at the University of Arizona, please click here.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Administration:

  • The Chief of Cardiology will provide leadership and management of day-to-day operations of the Division of Cardiology.
  • The Chief of Cardiology is responsible for recruitment, management, compensation, career progression, and retention of faculty in consideration of UA, UHSC, College, and B—UMG strategic plans and initiatives in balance of the multiple, tripartite mission of the University.
  • The Chief of Cardiology will serve as the BUMG Heart Institute Physician Executive.

Educational and training programs:

  • The Chief of Cardiology will collaborate with Academic Affairs, GME leadership, and other educational offices at the College to ensure the department and his/her faculty are advancing the mission of the medical student, graduate student, and graduate medical education teaching programs. The Chief of Cardiology is responsible for maintaining liaison with other clinical and/or basic science departments to foster an integrated teaching environment for the College.

Research programs:

  • The Chief of Cardiology has the responsibility to encourage and support research creativity and productivity within the department, across the College and UAHS, and with the College’s key partners.
  • Provide leadership oversight and effective management of an active program of independent, extramurally funded basic, translational or clinical research in area of research expertise/specialization.

Clinical programs:

  • The Chief of Cardiology is the clinical role model and leader of the department’s clinical activities. The Chief of Cardiology works with the Dean, Department Head and the B—UMG CEO to coordinate the clinical activities of the Department. The Chief of Cardiology is responsible for maintaining appropriate standards of care appropriate to the discipline.
  • Provide direct patient care in the inpatient and/or ambulatory (outpatient) setting as a licensed and fully credentialed provider as a member of Banner—University Medical Group.

Finances and budget:

  • The Chief of Cardiology is responsible for ensuring the fiscal accountability and sustainability of the department working with the College’s Business Affairs Office.

Diversity and inclusion:

  • The Chief of Cardiology is responsible for encouraging and supporting diversity among a Department’s constituents, creating an environment of professionalism, respect, tolerance, and acceptance and work in partnership with the Office of Diversity and Inclusion.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Qualified candidates must possess a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from an accredited institution and be eligible for a University of Arizona academic appointment at the Associate Professor level or higher.
  • Board certified/participating in maintenance of certification by the American Board of Internal Medicine/Medical Subspecialties and eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in the State of Arizona.
  • Five years of progressively complex administrative experience (e.g., program leader, center/section director, etc.) in an academic medical center setting.
  • Demonstrated track record of distinction in teaching, clinical care, and/or research in an academic department of medicine or equivalent environment.
  • Demonstrated commitment to patient care, reflecting a service-oriented, team-based philosophy with hospital administration and health professional colleagues from all disciplines, departments and specialties.
  • A sponsored research portfolio and/or evidence of scientific research including peer-reviewed articles and extramural funding.
  • Successful track record of recruitment and development of faculty, trainees, and students.
  • A record of solid performance as a skilled manager with the ability to grow revenues, meet budgets, measure and improve productivity and outcomes, and under take appropriate business strategies to achieve division, unit department and/or enterprise goals.
  • If the individual selected for employment does NOT currently hold a faculty title with University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix, he/she will be required to obtain faculty status. This will include obtaining letters of recommendation and review by the appropriate College review committee.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Additional health profession degree (e.g., PhD, MPH, MS, etc.)
  • Experience in the development and successful implementation of new academic (educational, patient care, research) programs and services.
  • Demonstrated outstanding leadership in major subspecialty division/section at a top 50 (NIH funded) department of internal medicine.
  • Demonstrated experience in academic program development, assessment, program review, and accreditation.

At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

Submit application: https://arizona.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/2450?c=arizona

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