Chief of Surgery

Position Overview

The BUMC Chief of Surgery will develop a vision for the Department of Surgery through the advancement of clinical programs, quality improvement, education and research. He/she will guide the transformation of care delivery in all areas of surgery and enhance the integration of care between departments on behalf of all patients we serve, simultaneously promoting exemplary outcome performance in nationally recognized domains and under the perpetual goal of Zero Harm.

Features Of The Position

• Translate organizational strategy to a departmental vision into exemplary programs to achieve a top-tier, nationally ranked department
• Provide strategic direction and leadership for the department in its clinical, academic, research and administrative missions
• Form strong collaborative partnerships with administrative, medical, and nursing departments to lead positive change and promote a culture where clinical outcomes, patient satisfaction and patient safety are priorities within the department
• Represent BUMC on national committees and editorial boards as appropriate
• Promote a department dedicated to expanding inherent and acquired diversity
• Communicate performance, service standards and expectations to department staff. Hold staff accountable by monitoring performance, establishing development plans, and providing individual mentoring and counseling as necessary
• Create an atmosphere of positive, supportive physician and employee relations. Lead by example and teach others to create a mutually respectful, courteous and compassionate atmosphere
• Serve as a physician champion and leader for the provision of the highest quality healthcare and clinical performance excellence
• Oversee quality improvement projects and committees to foster a culture of Zero Harm and continuous improvement
• Support clinical and translational research that advances the clinical and educational objectives of BSWH
• Participate in development activities for extramural funding of research and endowment
• Support surgery residency and fellowship training programs and be personally involved and engaged with medical students, residents, and fellows

Candidate Qualifications

• Have or be able to obtain an unrestricted Texas medical license
• Certified by the appropriate certifying board in a surgical field and have at least five years or more of academic practice and leadership experience
• Qualified for faculty appointment in the department at the rank of professor or associate professor
• National recognition as a clinical leader, clinician scientist, and/or educator
• Experience in operations, financial management, and leadership in a hospital, academic healthcare center, or academic group practice environment
• Additional training in management or administration is preferred
• Experience in medical staff functions is essential, as is working knowledge of hospital/operating room operations, quality improvement, lean processes and strategic planning
• Strong leadership capability as well as organizational and communication skills needed to effectively navigate in the complex environment of an integrated health system and to effectively manage conflicting agendas
• Knowledge of and experience developing quality infrastructure, including development and implementation of decision tools, clinical protocols and guidelines, care management programs, and outcome measurement assessments
• Record of success in mentoring and developing faculty and supporting them in their academic, teaching, and clinical endeavors
• A charismatic leader who demonstrates effective interpersonal and persuasive skills to be applied toward building relationships
• To maintain high visibility throughout the organization with an approachable, personable and optimistic demeanor
• Function as an advisor and advocate in the General Surgery Residency program and the various surgical subspecialty training programs