41401BR

Assoc/Prof and Regional Chair - Pediatrics

Pediatrics Ode General

Odessa

Introduction

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About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution’s lasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.

Position Description

The Regional Chair serves at the discretion of and has responsibilities and authority delegated by the Regional Dean of the TTUHSC School of Medicine Odessa Campus. The Regional Chair represents and leads a faculty of 10-20 faculty members and oversees an annual budget of approximately $3-5 million. Preferred candidates will have or be eligible for tenure at the academic rank of Associate Professor or Professor. A comprehensive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience.

Major/Essential Functions

• Provides direction to the department and all its pursuits, following all institutional and School of Medicine policies and procedures.
• Provides leadership and mentoring to the faculty in education, research and clinical care.
• Recruits the best possible staff and faculty to carry out the department's and the School of Medicine’s missions.
• Assures efficient administration and responsible financial management of the department. Audits conducted by various institutional groups on the department must show appropriate and sufficient management and control of business, personnel, finance, and billing/coding processes.
• Collaborates with and supports co-endeavors with the community hospitals seeking new opportunities that strengthen the teaching and clinical missions of the department.
• Works with School of Medicine leadership to keep a positive annual operating budget and fund balance. Assists with determining and negotiating the best possible compensation for services provided to community hospitals and partners.
• Maintains high-quality clinical programs in their specialty, including all sub-specialties, with efficient referrals and management.
• Serves on various school and hospital-appointed committees.
• Manages the Medical Practice Income Plan in the department in compliance with the plan bylaws, federal, state rules and guidelines, and institutional and School of Medicine policies and procedures.
• Complies with LCME requirements.
• Ensures high-quality teaching programs for students, residents, fellows, faculty and post-graduates.
• Maintains a high-quality residency program with all the necessary accreditations and recruits the best possible residents to the School of Medicine.
• Continues collaboration and develops positive working relationships with other departments on the campus and on the regional campuses, wherever appropriate.
• Maintains an active clinical presence serving patients in the area of expertise.

Committee Assignments (at a minimum):

• Clinical Chairs
• Professional Liability
• Medical Practice Income Plan
• Peer Review
• Clinical Department Meeting
• Admissions Committee

Required Qualifications

• Board Certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
• Three or more years of experience in academic Pediatrics or in a Pediatric leadership role.
• Ability to obtain a Texas Medical License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience in academic Pediatrics.
• Five or more years of experience in a leadership role.
• Track record of research or publication.

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Resume / CV

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Pay Grade Minimum

salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills

Pay Grade Maximum

salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

Grant Funded?

No

Shift

Day

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.