DIVISION CHIEF FOR PEDIATRIC ANESTHESIA

Position Description:The University of Iowa Department of Anesthesia is seeking a accomplished academic anesthesiologist to serve as Division Chief for Pediatric Anesthesia. This leadership role involves overseeing the pediatric anesthesia division, ensuring excellence in clinical care, education, and research. The Division Chief will report to the Chair of the Department of Anesthesia and collaborate closely with other pediatric leaders. The successful candidate will be a recognized academic leader with outstanding clinical skills, a commitment to education and research, and proven leadership abilities to inspire and manage faculty and staff. This role also involves strategic planning and program development to advance the division's mission of providing exceptional care to children. The Department of Anesthesia is seeking a faculty member for appointment on the Clinical or Tenure Track at the Assistant, Associate or Full Professor rank, depending on qualifications. These responsibilities include: Clinical Oversight: Provide clinical leadership for pediatric anesthesia services, ensuring high-quality and efficient anesthesia for pediatric procedures. Employ evidence-based practices to improve pediatric patient outcomes. Lead the division in implementation of protocol standardization, where applicable, working to eliminate barriers to quality and safety. Foster a culture of team-centricity, help to clarify roles and responsibilities. Education: In collaboration with our Vice Chair for Education, develop and advance pediatric anesthesia curriculum, provide clinical teaching, and participate in departmental didactic programs. Serve as a role model and ensure pediatric anesthesia educational goals for residents and fellows are met. Research: In collaboration with our Vice Chair for Research promote and support pediatric research initiatives to encourage academic growth. Develop strategies to enhance research programs and encourage multidisciplinary partnerships. Leadership: Provide visionary leadership to foster excellence and innovation within the pediatric anesthesia division. Identify goals, monitor progress, and support professional development. Collaboration: Collaborate with nursing leadership, surgeons, and childrens hospital leadership to optimize patient care and workflow. Work with cross-functional teams to improve operational efficiency and patient satisfaction. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check. Education Requirement: Candidates must hold an MD, DO, or equivalent degree Successful completion of an approved residency training program in Anesthesiology Required Qualifications: Candidates must be eligible for medical licensure in the state of Iowa Candidates must be board-certified in Anesthesiology (or non-US Board equivalent) or be in the certification process. On occasion, individuals trained outside of the United States who are certified by an equivalent national certification group may be considered Demonstrated knowledge of effective strategies for working with faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives Certifications: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification through the American Heart Association Desirable Qualifications: American Board of Anesthesia Pediatric Certification Previous formal supervisory experience is a plus Fellowship training or equivalent clinical experience in Pediatric Anesthesia Experience in teaching and clinical research