Division Chief of Cardiac Anesthesiology

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Division Chief of Cardiac Anesthesiology

Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

The Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania are accepting candidates for the position of Division Chief of Cardiac Anesthesiology.

We are looking for an inspirational and innovative leader, board-certified in pediatric anesthesiology, to lead one of the highest-profile premier academic pediatric cardiac anesthesiology divisions. The successful candidate will transform the division to pursuit of achieving CHOP's mission of excellence in clinical care, education, research, and advocacy.

Our Mission, Vision, and Values:

The Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine's mission is to innovate, deliver clinical excellence, and globally educate and lead pediatric anesthesiology, critical care, and pain medicine.

Our vision is to lead the way in providing exceptional patient care, and be a department where people are valued, and data powers change.

Our core values are:

• "We not Me," Building a community based on compassion, collaboration, and teamwork
• "Teach and Learn," Personal and collective growth through accountability, humility, and trust
• "Elevate Together," Shared commitment to excellence, innovation, and advancement

Division Overview:

The Division of Cardiac Anesthesiology is in a phase of dynamic growth and expansion and currently includes:

• 17 Attending Anesthesiologists
• 7 Cardiac CRNAs
• 1 Advanced Cardiac Anesthesiology Fellow
• 1 Nurse Practitioner

Clinical Operations:

The Division Chief oversees the clinical activities of the Division and coordinates with leaders across the enterprise to optimize clinical operations. The Division supports numerous clinical programs, delivering over 3,100 anesthetics annually to children with congenital and acquired heart disease in the cardiac ORs, catheterization labs, and non-OR locations such as MRI.

Research and Scholarship:

The Division of Cardiac Anesthesiology is actively engaged in clinical and translational research. Highlights include participation in multi-center trials, a collaboration on venous waveform analysis, and an Innovation Award for the CHD Panorama data integration project. Additionally, the Jolley Lab continues to advance 3D imaging and modeling of heart defects, while the Lynch Lab develops optical neuromonitoring tools. The division publishes extensively and regularly presents at national conferences.

The Division Chief will play a pivotal role in advancing the Division's research and academic missions. Responsibilities include:

• Developing and fostering collaborative research programs
• Managing infrastructure to support ongoing research efforts
• Allocating academic time and resources
• Supporting and fostering funded research within the Division and across the Department

Leadership Responsibilities:

The Division Chief will report directly to the Chair of the Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine and will work closely with the Physician Practice Director, Chief Cardiac CRNA, other Division Chiefs, Associate Chairs, and the Vice Chair. The Division Chief will:

• Oversee the Division's clinical, research, and educational activities
• Model, grow, and sustain a Divisional culture aligned with Departmental values
• Lead faculty recruitment efforts
• Support career development and mentoring for all Division faculty, fellows, and CRNAs
• Participate in strategic planning and execution for the Division, the Department, and the Cardiac Center
• Conduct annual performance reviews for Division Faculty

Philadelphia is an ideal East Coast location, combining rich history, a vibrant arts and culture scene, diverse culinary experiences, and a variety of housing options both within the city and its surrounding areas.

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is a national leader in the advancement of healthcare for children and is consistently in the top 5 in the US News & World Report. Our world-class physicians are internationally recognized experts committed to providing children with the highest quality and most advanced care, delivered with compassion, integrity, and respect.

To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must receive an annual influenza vaccine. Learn more.

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SALARY RANGE:

Salary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you're working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly.

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