Division Director of Rheumatology
The Department of Medicine at MetroHealth Medical Center (MHMC) is seeking applications for the position of Director for the Division of Rheumatology. Located in Cleveland, OH, MHMC seeks an experienced physician with a proven record of accomplishment of clinical excellence, growth, and leadership. The Director will work collaboratively with the Chair of Medicine to enhance the clinical, educational and research missions of the Division. Candidates should have a national reputation for their clinical, teaching and/or research excellence. Our division is a growing academic program as a Case Western Reserve University affiliate and as such is a CWRU Clinical Science and Translational Award site.
Faculty are engaged in the MHMC internal medicine residency and rheumatology fellowship programs. The fellows cover the inpatient and consultation service for the MHMC hospital. Clinical research is an integral component of the Division and the MetroHealth Medical Center.
Specific Responsibilities
• The Director will be a practicing member of the Rheumatology Division, leading by providing outstanding clinical care and service to patients and referring providers, and promoting clinical trial enrollment.
• Establish a faculty development plan that identifies faculty sub-specialty interests, strengths and capabilities that can lead to successful program development and professional growth.
• Work on all aspects of faculty recruitment, and retention
• Participate in the Department of Medicine's leadership team ensuring attainment of the department's goals and objectives.
• Leadership of the academic enterprise.
• Enthusiastically support all Quality improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with all patient safety/risk management and compliance programs.
• Teaching fellows, residents, and medical students.
Candidate Qualifications
• An M.D. or D.O. degree, ABIM board certification in Rheumatology and an unrestricted Ohio state medical license.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a leadership role within an academic institution, having achieved at least the rank of Associate Professor.
• Possess a defined clinical niche with demonstration of past participation in scholarship and investigational activities.
• Strong leadership and managerial skills with the ability to advance and develop a superior clinical service in an academic setting.
• Effective supervisory skills, including clinical mentoring and coaching expertise.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and presentation skills for both clinical and non-clinical audiences, in individual or group settings.
• Advocate for organizational values, quality, safety, and commitment to religious, racial and gender equity, inclusion, and diversity.
• Personal characteristics of integrity, maturity, and compassion.
We offer a competitive compensation package, health insurance, paid time off, liability insurance, an academic appointment to the Case Western Reserve School of Medicine faculty at a rank commensurate with experience, CME opportunities, malpractice coverage and an impressive pension program with a generous employer match through the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).
Cleveland Metropolitan Area
Cleveland, Ohio offers a great lifestyle.
• Great cost of living - 21% lower than the national average.
• Pro Sports - Major League teams (Cleveland Indians, Browns and Cavaliers).
• The Arts - largest theater complex outside of New York City, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the renowned Cleveland Orchestra & one of the world's leading art museums.
• Diverse economy - manufacturing, financial services, healthcare, biomedical.
• Ease of transit - rated the 6th best city in the US for commuters.
• Lake Erie for boating and beaches.
• Superb park system surrounding the city with many hiking opportunities.
• Nationally renowned food and dining scene.
Interested individuals should send CV to:
Tania Rizwan, Provider Recruitment
