Division Chief, Department of Surgery, Division of ...

Job Description: Division Chief of Vascular Surgery Organization: SLUCare Physician Group, SSM Health Location: Saint Louis University (SLU) Hospital Position: Division Chief, Department of Surgery, Division of Vascular Surgery Job Summary SLUCare Physician Group, a member of SSM Health, seeks a dynamic leader for the role of Division Chief in the Department of Surgery, Division of Vascular Surgery (VAS) at St. Louis University. Following SLUCare's 2022 integration with SSM Health, the Division is primed for expansion across its core missions of patient care, education, and research. SLU Hospital is a prominent academic center and tertiary referral hospital in SSM Health's network, serving as the primary teaching hospital for SLU School of Medicine. SLU Hospital is a Level 1 Trauma and STEMI Center and Joint Commission Comprehensive Stroke Center with the hospital's 43-bed Emergency Department (ED) that provides high-acuity care and serving approximately 44,000 patients per year. This position serves as Division Chief for a collegial team of five (5) vascular surgeons and 7 residents & fellows (0+5 and 5+2 programs). The division also provides clinical services to 2 other SSM facilities, St. Mary's and St. Clare Hospital. The Division Chief will report to the Chair of the Department of Surgery and will have opportunities to drive the Division's growth in several high-impact areas: - Supporting and enhancing graduate and undergraduate medical education, including longstanding vascular residency & fellowship programs. - Building a robust infrastructure for research and other scholarly activity - Leading critical interdisciplinary collaborations with nursing, care coordination, critical care, hospital medicine, trauma, stroke, and other key stakeholders - Developing a regional strategy for vascular surgery across SSM St. Louis and expansion to other hospitals Key Responsibilities Leadership and Strategic Planning - Provide visionary leadership to the Division of vascular surgery, fostering a culture of excellence in clinical care, education, and research. - Cultivate a diverse and collaborative working environment between faculty, staff, hospital administration, and interdisciplinary stakeholders from other departments. - Develop and execute strategic initiatives to advance the Division's clinical and academic priorities, in alignment with institutional goals and objectives. - Lead recruitment and retention efforts for faculty and staff according to Division priorities - Manage the Division's budget and other financial resources effectively and sustainably. Clinical Oversight - Ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care in vascular surgery in collaboration with faculty and other institutional stakeholders. - Meeting regional SSM Key Performance Indicators for vascular care quality and outcomes - Implement evidence-based practices and quality improvement initiatives to measure and enhance patient safety, throughput, and outcomes. - Strengthen collaborations with transfer networks within the SSM Health system. - Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements. Academic Mission - Oversee the academic activities of the Division, including clinical and translational research, educational programs, and interdepartmental collaborations. - Monitor vascular surgery faculty members' scholarship activity, providing feedback and guidance as necessary. - Foster avenues for professional development, career advancement, research, and mentorship for vascular surgery faculty and residents - Build a robust infrastructure for research and other scholarly activity. - Support, strengthen, and grow the educational activities of the Division, including the residency program and medical student educational experience. - Participate in resident and medical student education, acting as a role model of effective teaching. Minimum Qualifications Education and Licensure MD/DO or equivalent with current Board certification in Vascular Surgery. Eligibility for an unrestricted Missouri state medical license. Experience and Competencies - Credentials that merit appointment in the School of Medicine at the minimum rank of Associate Professor but preferably Full Professor - Proven leadership skills in an academic environment, with prior experience demonstrating excellence in teaching, clinical practice, program development, program administration, and/or research administration. - Effective and strong interpersonal and communication skills - Capacity to lead and role model a culture of engagement, accountability, collaboration, and shared responsibility. - Track record of cooperative working relationships, demonstrating an ability to understand and synthesize stakeholder concerns to set and achieve strategic goals that are beneficial to all groups. - Commitment to faculty and leadership development programs - Willingness to implement the requirements and policies of the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) standards, Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), SSM Health, and Saint Louis University School of Medicine. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence the future of vascular surgery across the SLU and SSM Health network, advancing both academic and clinical missions. The candidate will receive a 0.1 FTE of protected time for administrative duties. About SSM Health SSM Health is a Catholic not-for-profit health system serving the comprehensive health needs of communities across the Midwest through a robust and fully integrated health care delivery system. SSM Health's heritage of healing began over 150 years ago in 1872, when five Franciscan Sisters of Mary arrived on the riverbanks of St. Louis. Fueled by unwavering faith and determination, these pioneering women cared for the sick and dedicated their lives to ensuring all people receive high-quality compassionate care, regardless of their ability to pay. Headquartered in St. Louis, SSM Health has care delivery sites in Missouri, Illinois, Oklahoma and Wisconsin. The health system includes 24 hospitals, more than 300 physician offices and other outpatient care sites, 10 post-acute facilities, comprehensive home care and hospice services, a pharmacy benefit company, an insurance company, a technology company and an Accountable Care Organization. There are 8 system hospitals located in the St. Louis metro area. Community Information The St. Louis metro area is home to over 2.8 million residents and is filled with a rich history and wonderful attractions. Greater St. Louis offers world-class higher education, cultural institutions and attractions (botanical gardens, museums, symphony, zoo), major league professional sports, award-winning schools, Midwestern friendliness and housing costs below the national average. Compensation & Benefit SSM Health provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy benefits plans tailored to meet the healthcare needs of you and your family. The package also offers pre-tax savings incentives, a wellness program, and retirement plans such as 403(b) and 457(b). Moreover, SSM Health provides generous PTO that encourages a healthy work/life balance, as well as personal and professional growth and development opportunities. SSM Health is committed to equal employment opportunity based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, and all other statuses protected by law. Please email Tiana Mullins at with your CV and letter of Interest. recblid bvvp6ci2ykgp0zlizf9qnqjnt87lw5

Created: 2025-03-10