Section Chief - Rheumatology

About the role

The Department of Medicine at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center (DHMC) is seeking a dynamic physician to become the new Section Chief of Rheumatology. The successful candidate will lead the department's clinical and research operations, oversee a diverse group of physicians and advanced practice providers, and train the next generation of clinicians in rheumatology.

Responsibilities

• Lead the clinical and research operations of the Section of Rheumatology
• Evaluate and treat patients with the full spectrum of rheumatologic disorders
• Manage a robust ACGME-accredited rheumatology fellowship program
• Oversee a busy inpatient and outpatient service
• Be familiar with the tripartite academic mission of clinical care, education, and research
• Provide expert, compassionate, and high value clinical care
• Teach learners at all levels
• Mentor faculty members

Requirements

• Board certification in rheumatology
• Current licensure (or ability to be licensed) in New Hampshire and Vermont
• Experience overseeing a busy inpatient and outpatient service
• Familiarity with the tripartite academic mission of clinical care, education, and research

Qualifications

• Qualified for the Geisel criteria to be appointed at the rank of Associate or Professor of Medicine
• Experience as a leader in an academic medical center

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong leadership abilities
• Ability to manage a diverse team
• Experience in research and education

Benefits

• Established and growing patient base
• A collegial work environment
• Strong ties to the medical school and affiliated VA Medical Center
• National reputation for quality
• Competitive compensation and benefits packages
• Dedicated CME time and funds
• Funds available to develop the section

Pay

Competitive compensation and benefits packages

Schedule

Varies based on the candidate’s background and interests

Benefits

• Established and growing patient base
• A collegial work environment
• Strong ties to the medical school and affiliated VA Medical Center
• National reputation for quality
• Competitive compensation and benefits packages
• Dedicated CME time and funds
• Funds available to develop the section