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Position Summary
The Department of Surgery at the
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
is inviting applications for a full‑time academic podiatrist to assume the role of
Podiatry Section Chief
within our Division of Vascular Surgery. As one of nine clinical divisions in the Department, the Division of Vascular Surgery is comprised of 12 faculty members who deliver comprehensive clinical services to provide exemplary care for patients with lower extremity wounds and podiatric needs.
This position is offered as an Open Rank, Open Track Academic appointment (0.5 FTE to 1.0 FTE), with rank and track determined by the candidate’s qualifications and experience. The Section Chief will be responsible for providing strategic leadership, clinical oversight, and administrative direction for the Podiatry Section. This leadership role integrates patient care with administrative responsibilities, promoting the delivery of high‑quality, evidence‑based podiatric care across both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership, clinical oversight, and administrative direction for the Podiatry Section.
Oversee all aspects of podiatric care, encompassing surgical and non‑surgical management of foot and ankle pathology, diabetic wound care, and limb preservation strategies.
Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams including vascular surgery, orthopedics, wound care, endocrinology, infectious disease, and rehabilitation services to optimize outcomes for patients with complex foot and ankle disorders.
Advance the multidisciplinary Limb Salvage Program and manage the Podiatry Section’s clinical and administrative operations.
Commit to the education of medical students, residents, and fellows, and engage in research activities across health services, outcomes, basic science, translational, and education domains.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements
DPM, MD or equivalent foreign degree.
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Podiatric Surgery.
Current
North Carolina Medical License
or eligibility for application.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience
Experience in diabetic foot care, wound management, surgical procedures, and collaborative care within a team environment.
Experience in ankle management, general podiatry, and podiatric surgery.
Previous roles as a department director or residency director.
Research experience in clinical outcomes, quality assessment, health services research, basic science, translational research, or podiatric medicine and surgery.
Experience in wound care and limb salvage.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. The position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training regarding reporting responsibilities.
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
is inviting applications for a full‑time academic podiatrist to assume the role of
Podiatry Section Chief
within our Division of Vascular Surgery. As one of nine clinical divisions in the Department, the Division of Vascular Surgery is comprised of 12 faculty members who deliver comprehensive clinical services to provide exemplary care for patients with lower extremity wounds and podiatric needs.
This position is offered as an Open Rank, Open Track Academic appointment (0.5 FTE to 1.0 FTE), with rank and track determined by the candidate’s qualifications and experience. The Section Chief will be responsible for providing strategic leadership, clinical oversight, and administrative direction for the Podiatry Section. This leadership role integrates patient care with administrative responsibilities, promoting the delivery of high‑quality, evidence‑based podiatric care across both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership, clinical oversight, and administrative direction for the Podiatry Section.
Oversee all aspects of podiatric care, encompassing surgical and non‑surgical management of foot and ankle pathology, diabetic wound care, and limb preservation strategies.
Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams including vascular surgery, orthopedics, wound care, endocrinology, infectious disease, and rehabilitation services to optimize outcomes for patients with complex foot and ankle disorders.
Advance the multidisciplinary Limb Salvage Program and manage the Podiatry Section’s clinical and administrative operations.
Commit to the education of medical students, residents, and fellows, and engage in research activities across health services, outcomes, basic science, translational, and education domains.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements
DPM, MD or equivalent foreign degree.
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Podiatric Surgery.
Current
North Carolina Medical License
or eligibility for application.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience
Experience in diabetic foot care, wound management, surgical procedures, and collaborative care within a team environment.
Experience in ankle management, general podiatry, and podiatric surgery.
Previous roles as a department director or residency director.
Research experience in clinical outcomes, quality assessment, health services research, basic science, translational research, or podiatric medicine and surgery.
Experience in wound care and limb salvage.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. The position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training regarding reporting responsibilities.
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