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Department Chair - Core Clinical Specialties

tacoma, WA

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Job Summary and Responsibilities

As the Department Chair of Core Clinical Specialties at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you will lead the organization, oversight, and delivery of clinical care within Core Clinical Specialties serving hospital based services such as Critical Care, Hospital Medicine, Radiology, Emergency, Anesthesia and Pathology in the Puget Sound market of CommonSpirit's NW Region.

Every day you provide responsibility for establishing the Department's vision, objectives, and initiatives in strict accordance with the health system's overarching strategy. This individual will advocate for departmental requirements while ensuring congruence with the broader strategic priorities of Virginia Mason Franciscan Health (VMFH). In collaboration with the administrative executive, the Chair will implement robust provider alignment strategies, manage fiscal budgets, and safeguard financial sustainability. Furthermore, the selected candidate will demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the Department's operational metrics, integrating methodologies to advance clinical programs and optimize both clinical results.

To be successful in this role, you will facilitate multidisciplinary cooperation across divisions to foster excellence in clinical practice, education, and research. Finally, this position serves as the primary representative for the Department of communications with CommonSpirit and VMFH executive leadership, hospital administration, service line directors, and external partner organizations.

Further Details of the Department Chair - Core Clinical Specialties Include:

Develops and enforces system-wide clinical care pathways, work-flows, and quality initiatives, ensuring providers adhere to best practices

Develops, reviews, and recommends updates to all relevant policies and standards for the Department at VMFH and ensures that all relevant policies and procedures are followed by providers within the Department.

Oversees the recruitment and retention of high-quality, culturally aligned providers, actively participating in the hiring and on-boarding process.

Drives accountability for performance metrics, including but not limited to; productivity, patient satisfaction, quality, and evaluates division chiefs and other physician leaders within the Department.

Provides coaching, mentorship, professional & medical development for division chiefs.

Participates in any necessary counseling and corrective actions regarding provider behavioral or quality-of-care issues.

Works with the Chief Medical Officer, PE and administrative partner to develop an annual strategic plan for the Department that includes specific initiatives that will be pursued each year to achieve growth and quality objectives.

Reporting to the Vice President of the Virginia Mason Franciscan Medical Group

Supporting a diverse collaborative culture

The Pacific Northwest frequently earns top accolades across lifestyle, dining and natural beauty

Electronic medical records via EPIC

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Women, under-represented minorities, and Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

We are offering a highly competitive salary, starting bonus and relocation assistance, in addition to our competitive chair package in conjunction with Virginia Mason Franciscan Health a part of CommonSpirit Health.

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Job Requirements

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution

Board certification or eligibility in a relevant ABMS specialty

Active or eligible license in the state of Washington

Strong clinical skills with experience in programmatic development

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care

Clinical and leadership experience

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person - body, mind, and spirit - in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

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tacoma, WA, 98417, US

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