Divhealth
Division Chief of Pediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine, Department of Pediat
Divhealth, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
Overview
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. The care of pulmonary patients is complex and multifaceted, and the staff and faculty train medical students and residents to work closely with primary care physicians who will address day-to-day health needs, while a specialty team addresses 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 Pulmonology 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 eight physician pulmonologists and sleep medicine physicians. Responsibilities include mentorship and career development for division members, 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. The division is undergoing 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), a community asthma program, a sleep program, and collaborations in multidisciplinary aerodigestive, chronic vent, neuromuscular, and sickle cell programs. Position Responsibilities
Teaching
– Faculty will have teaching responsibilities in Pediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine and will provide guidance and mentorship to Medical Students, Residents, Chief Residents, and Fellows where applicable. Research
– Faculty are expected to obtain external funding (e.g., NIH, AHRQ, CF Foundation or equivalent) and develop a scholarly/research portfolio with multidisciplinary applications and external funding to complement and expand existing departmental expertise. Service
– Faculty will serve on departmental or School of Medicine committees as appropriate and provide professional service through journal review, conference presentations, etc. Clinical
– Faculty will serve as leaders, role models, and physicians 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. Qualifications
MD/DO Residency training in Pediatrics Fellowship training in Pediatric Pulmonary medicine Eligible for VA medical license Board certified in Pediatric Pulmonology Demonstrated experience fostering an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with diverse backgrounds, or a commitment to do so at VCU Preferred Qualifications
Teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level in a related discipline Track record of external funding Administrative experience Experience mentoring junior colleagues and trainees in all parts of the academic mission Position Details:
Clinical | 100% FTE | 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
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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. The care of pulmonary patients is complex and multifaceted, and the staff and faculty train medical students and residents to work closely with primary care physicians who will address day-to-day health needs, while a specialty team addresses 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 Pulmonology 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 eight physician pulmonologists and sleep medicine physicians. Responsibilities include mentorship and career development for division members, 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. The division is undergoing 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), a community asthma program, a sleep program, and collaborations in multidisciplinary aerodigestive, chronic vent, neuromuscular, and sickle cell programs. Position Responsibilities
Teaching
– Faculty will have teaching responsibilities in Pediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine and will provide guidance and mentorship to Medical Students, Residents, Chief Residents, and Fellows where applicable. Research
– Faculty are expected to obtain external funding (e.g., NIH, AHRQ, CF Foundation or equivalent) and develop a scholarly/research portfolio with multidisciplinary applications and external funding to complement and expand existing departmental expertise. Service
– Faculty will serve on departmental or School of Medicine committees as appropriate and provide professional service through journal review, conference presentations, etc. Clinical
– Faculty will serve as leaders, role models, and physicians 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. Qualifications
MD/DO Residency training in Pediatrics Fellowship training in Pediatric Pulmonary medicine Eligible for VA medical license Board certified in Pediatric Pulmonology Demonstrated experience fostering an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with diverse backgrounds, or a commitment to do so at VCU Preferred Qualifications
Teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level in a related discipline Track record of external funding Administrative experience Experience mentoring junior colleagues and trainees in all parts of the academic mission Position Details:
Clinical | 100% FTE | 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
#J-18808-Ljbffr