Medical Director, Academic Affairs & Graduate Medical Education

CHOC - Children's Health Orange County; Orange (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in pediatric healthcare seeks a Medical Director of Academic Affairs to lead strategic initiatives and oversee graduate medical education. This pivotal role involves supervising residency and fellowship programs, enhancing educational offerings, and ensuring quality in academic administration. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pediatric medicine, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for developing future healthcare professionals. Join a team dedicated to innovative care and community health, where your contributions will shape the next generation of pediatric leaders.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years in academic administration required.
• Pediatric residency in an accredited ACGME program required.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight to Academic Affairs and GME departments.
• Supervise medical trainee programs and develop fellowship opportunities.

Skills

Written Communication

Oral Communication

Leadership Skills

Organizational Skills

Quality Improvement Processes

Research Skills

Grant Writing

Business Skills

Technical Skills

Education

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)

Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.)

Master's in Business Administration

Master's in Public Health

Master's in Medical Management

Job description

At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children's health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community's pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC's compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals. Apply now to see where your career at CHOC can take you.

Job Summary

The Medical Director of Academic Affairs is responsible for providing strategic and clinical oversight to the Academic Affairs and Graduate Medical Education (GME) departments at Children's Hospital of Orange County (CHOC). This includes supervising medical trainee programs such as the visiting observer, resident, and fellowship programs. The role supports the UCI-CHOC Pediatric Residency Program and UCI-CHOC Fellowship Programs, including developing new fellowship opportunities and programmatic enhancements. The Medical Director also participates in reviewing and approving program-level agreements, contracts, and budgeting activities.

Pay Range

Minimum $99.80 Midpoint $132.22 Maximum $164.67

Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

Experience

• Required : Minimum three (3) years of experience in academic administration.
• Preferred : Five (5) or more years of experience in academic administration.

Education

• Required : Post-graduate : Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy; Completion of M.D. or D.O. degree.
• Preferred : Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Health, Medical Management or related in addition to required education.

Training

• Required : Pediatric residency (3 years) in an accredited ACGME program. Training in physician leadership.
• Preferred : Completion of course(s) for Physician Executive Management Training.

Specialized Skills

• Required : Excellent written / oral communication and presentation skills; outstanding physician leadership and executive skills; great office and organizational skills.
• Preferred : Knowledge and experience in quality improvement processes; research and grant writing skills; advanced business and technical skills.

Licensure

• Required : American Board of Pediatrics; California Medical License; DEA registration; Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
• Preferred : Neonatal Life Support

Work Environments - Functional Demand :

Sedentary - Very light energy level Lift 10 lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15 lbs. Push / pull 20 lbs. cart.

Physical Activity Requirements :

Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use / repetitive motion, Pinching / fine motor activities, Push / Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat / kneel / crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation

Physical Activity Lifting

Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Occasional 0-35%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Occasional 0-35%

Sensory Requirements :

Environment Requirements :

Airborn Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

Non-Discrimination Statement :

CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws. CHOC will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC, even if your experience doesn't align perfectly with the listed qualifications for a particular role, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another one of our opportunities.

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