Division Chief - Rheumatology Physician

Curative; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 330,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulane University School of Medicine is seeking an exceptional academic rheumatologist to serve as Chief, Division of Allergy, Clinical Immunology, and Rheumatology. This principal leader reports to the Department Chair and will advance growth, excellence, and innovation across clinical programs, education, and research.

The Chief will oversee clinical operations, foster multidisciplinary centers of excellence, and drive academic productivity while ensuring high-quality patient care across

Qualifications

• MD or DO, or MD/PhD with ability to obtain Louisiana license
• Evidence of scholarly productivity appropriate for appointment at Associate Professor or Professor
• Board Certification in Rheumatology

Responsibilities

• Lead the Division of Allergy, Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology and anchor the Rheumatology service line
• Develop multidisciplinary centers of excellence and streamline biologics and infusion services
• Standardize protocols and care pathways across ambulatory and hospital sites to improve access and throughput
• Mentor, educator, and investigator to build a legacy of scholarship and faculty development

Skills

Leadership

Administrative skills

Strategic planning

Collaboration

Communication

Education

MD or DO or MD/PhD

Board Certification in Rheumatology

Job description

The Executive & Academic Search team of Doximity Talent Solutions has partnered with the Tulane University School of Medicine on the national search for an exceptional academic rheumatologist to serve as the Chief, Division of Allergy, Clinical Immunology, and Rheumatology. The Division Chief provides strategic, clinical, academic, and operational leadership for a well-established and well-regarded multidisciplinary division within the Department of Medicine. Reporting to the Department Chair, Victor Thannickal, MD, the Chief is responsible for advancing growth and excellence of clinical programs, fostering innovation in research initiatives and medical education, promoting scholarly activity, and ensuring operational effectiveness across multiple clinical sites.

Architect of Growth

• Shape the future of a multidisciplinary powerhouse, integrating specialized care with cutting‑edge discovery
• Elevate the division’s regional and national footprint while fostering a culture where faculty thrive and patient outcomes are second to none
• Bridge the gap between bench and bedside, ensuring that Tulane remains at the forefront of treating complex autoimmune and immunologic diseases

Clinical Mission

• Oversee the broad spectrum of allergy and immunology, you will personally anchor the Rheumatology service line, maintaining an active practice that sets the standard for patient‑centered care
• Develop multidisciplinary "centers of excellence" and streamlining biologics and infusion services to provide seamless care
• Enhance patient access and throughput by standardizing protocols and care pathways across all ambulatory and hospital sites
• Collaborate across subspecialties to build a cohesive, integrated network of care for patients with multi‑systemic disease

Academic Mission

• You will serve as a mentor, educator, and investigator
• You will be responsible for building a legacy of scholarship by recruiting top‑tier talent and providing mentorship for faculty to achieve promotion, secure extramural funding, and assume national leadership roles

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• M.D. or D.O., or M.D./Ph.D. degree with the ability to obtain Louisiana license
• Evidence of scholarly productivity appropriate for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor
• Board Certification in Rheumatology

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Demonstrated record of progressive leadership and administrative experience in an academic medical center
• Track record of clinical excellence
• Demonstrated success in faculty recruitment, development, and retention, commitment to patient‑centered care

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary teams within complex university and health care system environments
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship‑building skills
• Established track record of funded research or program development
• Familiarity with value‑based care and population health strategies