Tower Health
Job Summary
Reading Hospital is seeking a dynamic leader to be Vice Chair of the Department of Anesthesia
You will work closely with Department Chair, Division Chiefs, and hospital Administration. Define, lead, and set Department of Anesthesiology direction and expectations to support the clinical priorities of the organization, including formal review, FPPE, OPPE, and quality improvement initiatives. Oversee care standards and outcome goals for inpatient clinical care and transitions of care.
Job duties include:
Advise the Chair on department initiatives, policies, and operations, attend various meetings representing the Chair and serve as the surrogate department leader in the absence of the Chair.
Meet regularly with the Chair as a key component of the Department of Anesthesiology executive leadership team.
Work with the Chair to lay the foundation for interdisciplinary clinical care for complex medical management and wellness.
Liaison with Nursing Leadership to build foundations for interdisciplinary collaboration on Patient Care issues
Aid the Chair in duties involving Operating Room business operations
Aid the Chair in recruitment and retention, including recruitment of new Division Chiefs and other departmental leaders.
Work with the Chair to assess, develop plans, and operationalize ongoing and new projects.
Lead the Departmental Committee in its establishment of quality metrics, review and remediation of Provider quality or cultural fallout, aid in credentialing activities, and directional leadership on outcomes-based initiatives.
Provide leadership and oversight to Division Chiefs and administrators in preparing annual division reviews, and actively participate in those reviews.
Articulate and lead by example the mission, vision, and departmental culture.
Oversee and coordinate efforts to ensure that inpatient care is delivered in an effective, safe, high-quality, and patient-centered manner.
Work with Department Chair and Hospital Administration for new initiatives.
Complete Medical Staff credentialing requirements to assist the Chair.
Collaborate with Chair on FPPE and maintain continuous quality improvement across all aspects of clinical operations, including OPPE initiatives and performance review, provider credentialing, patient outcomes, patient and provider engagement and satisfaction, and financial performance.
Support strategic planning efforts around the Anesthesiology Department.
Collaborate with the Chair to enhance physician professional experience, joy of practice, and top of license work relating to inpatient care.
Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities:
Effective Communication and Listener
Demonstrated Collaborator
Ability to handle change and to help others handle change
Ability to engage in strategic thinking activity
Demonstrated integrity and empathy
Ability to motivate others
Demonstrated problem-solving ability
Demonstrated decision-making ability
The Anesthesia Department at Tower Health's Reading Hospital location, performs 35,000 - 40,000 procedures annually. The practice covers a full range of cases, including OB, trauma, neuro, pediatrics and cardiology. This opportunity combines an environment of mutual respect, cooperation and integrity with an excellent support staff. The Department of Anesthesia is housed in the HealthPlex for Advanced and Surgical Patient Care, a 476,000 square foot, state-of-the-art surgical inpatient tower, featuring:
24 surgical suites, including 6 hybrid-capable operating rooms
Eight minor procedure rooms
16 emergency treatment rooms and expansion to 5 trauma bays
Level 1 Trauma Center
Pediatric Emergency Department
Meet our team on YouTube:
eicuSbxR
About Reading Hospital
700+ bed, Magnet designated, tertiary care facility located on a beautiful, 36-acre campus
Busiest Emergency Department in PA, with over 135,000 visits annually
EPIC EMR
CMS 5-star facility
ACGME Anesthesiology residency program
What We Offer
Competitive salary with incentive bonus (76% MGMA)
Comprehensive Benefits
New Hire program for new providers
Generous earned time-off
CME time and money
403(b) (matched) and 457(b) Retirement Plans
Faculty rank through Drexel University College of Medicine, commensurate with experience
Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage
Relocation Assistance
Spousal/Domestic Partner Job Search Support
H1B visa and green card sponsorship
Contact: Kat McEwan
Email:
Phone:
#LI-KE1
Reading Hospital is located in West Reading, part of Berks County, Pennsylvania. The neighborhood around the hospital is a beautiful residential community with parks, restaurants, schools, and museums. This area offers many wonderful places to live and raise a family, outstanding schools, and plentiful outdoor activities. Berks County is 1 hour northwest of Philadelphia and within easy driving distance of other major metropolitan areas like Baltimore and New York City.
The Community Reading Hospital is located in West Reading, part of Berks County, Pennsylvania. This is an area that offers many wonderful places to live and raise a family. Berks County is within driving distance of major metropolitan areas like Baltimore, Philadelphia, and New York City, offering an easy chance to get away for some big city excitement.
The Reading Symphony Orchestra and Reading Public Museum are considered among the best in the state. GoggleWorks is one of the nation's largest interactive community arts centers. And each year, the Berks Arts Council presents the largest jazz festival on the east coast. In addition, the Santander Arena and Performing Arts Center bring some of the world’s top acts to Reading.
The great outdoors is right in your backyard, including the National Scenic Appalachian Trail, Blue Marsh Lake, French Creek State Park, and the Hawk Mountain Sanctuary. And you'll find lakes for boating, swimming, ice fishing, and skating. Reading also ranks fourth nationwide in minor-league sports markets, hosting our own minor league hockey (Reading Royals) and baseball (Reading Fightin’ Phils) teams.
Videos Virtual Tour – Reading Hospital
Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health
Living in Berks County – From Reading Fellows (Video)
Websites Reading Hospital Campus Map
Facts About Reading Hospital
Berks County Living Website
Newcomers Guide to Berks County
Pennsylvania’s Americana Region
Qualifications
MD/DO degree from an accredited university program required.
Board certification in Anesthesia.
Track record of involvement in, and understanding of, the functions of an academic Department of Anesthesia.
A minimum of 5 years of experience since completion of primary residency training in an inpatient setting required.
Previous leadership experience preferred.
A valid PA Medical License or the ability to obtain one is required
Overview About Tower Health
Tower Health is a regional integrated healthcare system that offers compassionate, high quality, leading edge healthcare and wellness services to communities in Berks, Chester, Montgomery, and Philadelphia Counties. With approximately 11,500 employees, Tower Health consists of Reading Hospital in West Reading; Phoenixville Hospital in Phoenixville; Pottstown Hospital in Pottstown; and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia, in partnership with Drexel University. Tower Health is strongly committed to academic medicine and training, including multiple residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences in West Reading. The system also includes Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing; home healthcare provided by Tower Health at Home; TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response; Tower Health Medical Group; Tower Health Providers, our clinically integrated network; and 25 Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across our service area. Discover why our hospital is a great place to work—take a virtual tour of our facility here: hH6ItnuIIsc
For more information, visit towerhealth.org.
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You will work closely with Department Chair, Division Chiefs, and hospital Administration. Define, lead, and set Department of Anesthesiology direction and expectations to support the clinical priorities of the organization, including formal review, FPPE, OPPE, and quality improvement initiatives. Oversee care standards and outcome goals for inpatient clinical care and transitions of care.
Job duties include:
Advise the Chair on department initiatives, policies, and operations, attend various meetings representing the Chair and serve as the surrogate department leader in the absence of the Chair.
Meet regularly with the Chair as a key component of the Department of Anesthesiology executive leadership team.
Work with the Chair to lay the foundation for interdisciplinary clinical care for complex medical management and wellness.
Liaison with Nursing Leadership to build foundations for interdisciplinary collaboration on Patient Care issues
Aid the Chair in duties involving Operating Room business operations
Aid the Chair in recruitment and retention, including recruitment of new Division Chiefs and other departmental leaders.
Work with the Chair to assess, develop plans, and operationalize ongoing and new projects.
Lead the Departmental Committee in its establishment of quality metrics, review and remediation of Provider quality or cultural fallout, aid in credentialing activities, and directional leadership on outcomes-based initiatives.
Provide leadership and oversight to Division Chiefs and administrators in preparing annual division reviews, and actively participate in those reviews.
Articulate and lead by example the mission, vision, and departmental culture.
Oversee and coordinate efforts to ensure that inpatient care is delivered in an effective, safe, high-quality, and patient-centered manner.
Work with Department Chair and Hospital Administration for new initiatives.
Complete Medical Staff credentialing requirements to assist the Chair.
Collaborate with Chair on FPPE and maintain continuous quality improvement across all aspects of clinical operations, including OPPE initiatives and performance review, provider credentialing, patient outcomes, patient and provider engagement and satisfaction, and financial performance.
Support strategic planning efforts around the Anesthesiology Department.
Collaborate with the Chair to enhance physician professional experience, joy of practice, and top of license work relating to inpatient care.
Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities:
Effective Communication and Listener
Demonstrated Collaborator
Ability to handle change and to help others handle change
Ability to engage in strategic thinking activity
Demonstrated integrity and empathy
Ability to motivate others
Demonstrated problem-solving ability
Demonstrated decision-making ability
The Anesthesia Department at Tower Health's Reading Hospital location, performs 35,000 - 40,000 procedures annually. The practice covers a full range of cases, including OB, trauma, neuro, pediatrics and cardiology. This opportunity combines an environment of mutual respect, cooperation and integrity with an excellent support staff. The Department of Anesthesia is housed in the HealthPlex for Advanced and Surgical Patient Care, a 476,000 square foot, state-of-the-art surgical inpatient tower, featuring:
24 surgical suites, including 6 hybrid-capable operating rooms
Eight minor procedure rooms
16 emergency treatment rooms and expansion to 5 trauma bays
Level 1 Trauma Center
Pediatric Emergency Department
Meet our team on YouTube:
eicuSbxR
About Reading Hospital
700+ bed, Magnet designated, tertiary care facility located on a beautiful, 36-acre campus
Busiest Emergency Department in PA, with over 135,000 visits annually
EPIC EMR
CMS 5-star facility
ACGME Anesthesiology residency program
What We Offer
Competitive salary with incentive bonus (76% MGMA)
Comprehensive Benefits
New Hire program for new providers
Generous earned time-off
CME time and money
403(b) (matched) and 457(b) Retirement Plans
Faculty rank through Drexel University College of Medicine, commensurate with experience
Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage
Relocation Assistance
Spousal/Domestic Partner Job Search Support
H1B visa and green card sponsorship
Contact: Kat McEwan
Email:
Phone:
#LI-KE1
Reading Hospital is located in West Reading, part of Berks County, Pennsylvania. The neighborhood around the hospital is a beautiful residential community with parks, restaurants, schools, and museums. This area offers many wonderful places to live and raise a family, outstanding schools, and plentiful outdoor activities. Berks County is 1 hour northwest of Philadelphia and within easy driving distance of other major metropolitan areas like Baltimore and New York City.
The Community Reading Hospital is located in West Reading, part of Berks County, Pennsylvania. This is an area that offers many wonderful places to live and raise a family. Berks County is within driving distance of major metropolitan areas like Baltimore, Philadelphia, and New York City, offering an easy chance to get away for some big city excitement.
The Reading Symphony Orchestra and Reading Public Museum are considered among the best in the state. GoggleWorks is one of the nation's largest interactive community arts centers. And each year, the Berks Arts Council presents the largest jazz festival on the east coast. In addition, the Santander Arena and Performing Arts Center bring some of the world’s top acts to Reading.
The great outdoors is right in your backyard, including the National Scenic Appalachian Trail, Blue Marsh Lake, French Creek State Park, and the Hawk Mountain Sanctuary. And you'll find lakes for boating, swimming, ice fishing, and skating. Reading also ranks fourth nationwide in minor-league sports markets, hosting our own minor league hockey (Reading Royals) and baseball (Reading Fightin’ Phils) teams.
Videos Virtual Tour – Reading Hospital
Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health
Living in Berks County – From Reading Fellows (Video)
Websites Reading Hospital Campus Map
Facts About Reading Hospital
Berks County Living Website
Newcomers Guide to Berks County
Pennsylvania’s Americana Region
Qualifications
MD/DO degree from an accredited university program required.
Board certification in Anesthesia.
Track record of involvement in, and understanding of, the functions of an academic Department of Anesthesia.
A minimum of 5 years of experience since completion of primary residency training in an inpatient setting required.
Previous leadership experience preferred.
A valid PA Medical License or the ability to obtain one is required
Overview About Tower Health
Tower Health is a regional integrated healthcare system that offers compassionate, high quality, leading edge healthcare and wellness services to communities in Berks, Chester, Montgomery, and Philadelphia Counties. With approximately 11,500 employees, Tower Health consists of Reading Hospital in West Reading; Phoenixville Hospital in Phoenixville; Pottstown Hospital in Pottstown; and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia, in partnership with Drexel University. Tower Health is strongly committed to academic medicine and training, including multiple residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences in West Reading. The system also includes Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing; home healthcare provided by Tower Health at Home; TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response; Tower Health Medical Group; Tower Health Providers, our clinically integrated network; and 25 Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across our service area. Discover why our hospital is a great place to work—take a virtual tour of our facility here: hH6ItnuIIsc
For more information, visit towerhealth.org.
#J-18808-Ljbffr