Chief, Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine and Obstetrics, OBGYN (MD, DO) (Phoenix)

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN) is experiencing a period of clinical and academic growth under the leadership of Dr. Rosanne Kho, a recognized leader in gynecologic surgery and clinical investigation. The department currently hosts 36 residents, 3 maternal fetal medicine fellows and 2 minimally invasive gynecologic surgery fellows. Faculty provide clinical services and mentor trainees at the Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix (B-UMCP), the new Arcadia Clinic and other Banner facilities. Mirroring the growth in population in the Phoenix metropolitan area, the department is experiencing rapid extension of the clinical enterprise with year-over-year increases of surgical volume, clinic visit volumes and hospital deliveries.

The division chief of maternal fetal medicine and obstetrics will be responsible for the planning, policy development, operations and oversight of the academic, research and the clinical programs of maternal fetal medicine, high risk OB hospitalists and obstetrics service lines. In strategic consultation with the department chair, College, Banner - University Medical Group (B-UMG) and B-UMCP, the division chair will direct the recruitment and retention of faculty and development of centers of excellence within the division.

This position reports directly to the chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology within the College of Medicine - Phoenix for all academic activities. Consistent with the Academic Affiliation Agreement (AAA) between the University of Arizona and Banner Health, the division chief will have a matrix reporting relationship to the CEO of B-UMG and CEO of B-UMCP for all clinical activities conducted at B-UMCP.

The successful candidate should be an accomplished physician leader in the field, fellowship-trained in maternal fetal medicine and have a track record of publications and funding in basic science and/or clinical research. They will work alongside the chair and focus their efforts on a strategic tripartite mission of excellence in clinical care, research and education. As division chief, the candidate will be a nurturing mentor to faculty and trainees by providing ongoing guidance and support of their professional development. They must be a respected leader who is experienced with operations and be clinically active and knowledgeable of cutting-edge medicine. The candidate must be viewed by stakeholders as an effective leader who will guide the division and hospital system through historic changes that will positively impact the delivery of obstetric care in the region.

The successful candidate will fulfill the responsibilities of a faculty member in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, actively participate in teaching, clinical service and/or scholarly work, and must qualify for an appointment at the rank of associate or full professor.

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• Serve as physician lead
  overseeing the maternal fetal medicine, and
  obstetric program in the College and B-UMCP.
• Set the policies, quality
  metrics and strategic goals of the obstetric program within the department
  and hospital system.
• Build specialized and
  comprehensive programs in gynecologic care.
• Build internal and external
  relationships to inspire and promote collaborations across the health
  system.
• Promote and provide a teaching
  environment of the highest quality and integrity.
• Foster clinical and research
  programs of national distinction through innovation and interdisciplinary
  collaboration.

• Must possess an MD or
  equivalent degree from an accredited instruction.
• Be eligible for a University of
  Arizona academic appointment at the associate professor level or higher.
• Be board certified (or
  participating in Maintenance of Certification (MOC) if lapsed) in Obstetrics
  and Gynecology or related specialty.
• Have subspecialty training and
  certification in maternal fetal medicine
• Be eligible for unrestricted
  medical licensure in the State of Arizona and for medical staff membership
  at B-UMCP.
• Demonstrate experience in the
  development and successful implementation of new educational programs.
• Be a recognized physician
  leader in the field with strong communication skills.

* Be viewed as a strong advocate for creating and balancing clinical, academic and educational missions within the division and department.

* Be a willing collaborator with colleagues outside of the division and department.

* Experience with funded research and developing research portfolio for the division and department.

College of Medicine-Phoenix Office of Human Resources

talent@arizona.edu

Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.

CV and cover letter required to be considered for the position. One additional document will be: professional reference contacts. Please include at least three professional references at your current rank or above, their contact information and the nature of your work with them.

Faculty selected for this leadership opportunity will be required to obtain faculty status within the appropriate academic department. This will include obtaining letters of recommendation and review by the appropriate College review committee.