Pediatric - Pulmonology Physician

Chief of Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine

Join our academic medical center as the Chief of Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine, serving children and families in the greater Philadelphia area for more than 100 years. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead a dedicated team in a regional integrated healthcare system with over 11,000 employees and more than 220 pediatric specialists.

Job Description

• Direct the clinical and operational activities of the department, including clinical coverage, physician staffing, nurse practitioners, and RNs.
• Oversee daily clinical operations of medical staff.
• Create a vision and direction for the department.
• Provide leadership for operational issues.
• Design and implement policies.
• Act as an active physician within the practice.
• Develop practice-oriented education.
• Mentor and train clinical staff.
• Play an active role in quality improvement.
• Assist in recruitment of clinical staff (physicians and nurse practitioners) to grow the department.
• Manage expectations, duties, and activities of physicians and nurse practitioners.

This position will be based in the children's hospital, which is a 180-bed facility with more than 30 specialties, departments, and centers to serve the needs of each patient and their family members. The hospital has an accredited cystic fibrosis center, a therapeutic research center, a 4-bed sleep center, an airway program, an asthma center, a home ventilation program, and currently employs five pediatric pulmonary physicians.

Requirements

• Pennsylvania medical license (MD or DO).
• DEA certification.
• Board Certified in Pediatrics.
• 5+ years of clinical experience in a pediatric pulmonology practice.
• 3+ years of experience in physician leadership.
• H1B and green card applicants are welcome to apply.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary of $320,000 to $350,000, negotiable based on experience.
• Regular bonus opportunities.
• Relocation assistance.
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage.
• Loan assistance program.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, CME).
• Paid holidays.
• Annual CME allowance.
• Retirement plan with employer match.
• H1B and green card support.
• Many other perks and benefits; full details negotiable.