Chair, Department of Surgical Specialty & MSK (Associate/Professor)

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary leader and representative of the Surgical Specialty and Musculoskeletal Integrated Service Unit.
• Lead the leadership and engagement with the UTRGV Ambulatory Surgery Center partnership.
• Collaborate with institutional leadership to build and grow an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Fellowship, and other surgical specialty education programs.
• Supervise and support the Surgical Specialty MSK faculty, a diverse group of specialists, including Dermatology, Family Medicine Sports Medicine, Orthopedic surgical specialties, Otorhinolaryngology, and Audiology.

Education And Training

• Foster excellence in medical education for residents and medical students.
• Maintain compliance with ACGME requirements and maintain accreditation for all applicable GME programs.
• Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for faculty, residents, fellows, and medical students.

Faculty Recruitment And Development

• Develop and maintain a strong pipeline for faculty recruitment and retention.
• Promote faculty engagement in research, education, and clinical care.
• Cultivate a collaborative and supportive environment for academic and clinical growth.

Clinical Program Development

• Oversee the expansion and success of clinical programs, including orthopedic and non-orthopedic surgical specialties.
• Collaborate with Clinical Service Line Administrators, assistant vice president of clinical operations, and assistant vice president of revenue cycle to enhance patient care and outcomes.
• Ensure the department meets quality and safety standards for clinical services.

Hospital And Community Relations

• Maintain and strengthen clinical and business relationships with multiple hospital partners where learners train and faculty practice.
• Work closely with hospital leadership to align department goals with institutional priorities.
• Advocate for resources to support the ISU's clinical, educational, and research missions.

Operational And Financial Oversight

• Work with Department Administrator and Decision Support to develop and manage ISU budgets to support academic, clinical, and research activities.
• Monitor and ensure financial sustainability of clinical and educational programs.
• Lead efforts to secure funding and resources for ISU initiatives.