Chief Anesthesiologist

Job Summary:
St. Christopher's Hospital for Children is seeking a Chief of Cardiovascular Anesthesiology to lead our team of skilled professionals in providing exceptional care to children from throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and around the world.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pediatric cardiovascular anesthesiology, with experience in operational, fiscal, and human resource management. They will be responsible for overseeing the quality program, developing and reviewing cardiac anesthesia pathways, and addressing intra- and inter-operational unit issues as necessary.

The successful candidate will also have excellent leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to provide guidance and support to our professional medical staff. They will be expected to participate in the review of the hospital's compliance with requirements relative to the Graduate Medical Education Program, clinical accreditation bodies, and other applicable review agencies.

We offer a comprehensive compensation package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plan with employer match, and malpractice insurance and tail coverage. Additionally, we provide paid time off, vacation, holiday, sick, and CME allowance and time, as well as relocation assistance.

As a leader in pediatric care since 1875, St. Christopher's Hospital for Children is committed to providing quality services in a caring, progressive environment. We are an academic medical center, bringing the latest diagnostics, treatments, and innovations to the needs of our patients.

We are seeking a talented and experienced professional to join our team as Chief of Cardiovascular Anesthesiology. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional care to children and families, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Responsibilities:
Oversee and manage the quality program for cardiac anesthesia
Develop and review cardiac anesthesia pathways
Address intra- and inter-operational unit issues as necessary
Oversee workforce assessment, planning, and provider scheduling
Manage the operational unit's preparation of an annual departmental report
Ensure compliance with hospital policies and accreditation requirements
Participate in the review of the hospital's compliance with requirements relative to the Graduate Medical Education Program, clinical accreditation bodies, and other applicable review agencies
Provide leadership and mentoring to professional medical staff
Participate in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures

Requirements:
MD or DO degree
Graduate of an ACGME-accredited pediatric anesthesia fellowship
Unrestricted PA medical license
3+ years of post-fellowship experience in pediatric cardiovascular anesthesiology
ACGME-accredited residency program faculty experience

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. We are committed to academic medicine and training, with 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.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from qualified candidates. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional care to children and families, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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