PHYSICIAN/APRN/PA - Division Chair - North Dakota Primary Care - West Market

Essentia Health; Fargo (ND); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Division Chair to lead strategic growth and programmatic development. This role involves inspiring a team, overseeing fiscal responsibility, and ensuring quality performance metrics are met. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in leadership, embody servant leadership traits, and be an active member of the medical staff. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on healthcare delivery while enjoying a supportive work environment that values professional development and work-life balance.

Benefits

Health Coverage

Retirement Savings Plans

Professional Development

Work-Life Balance

Employee Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in leadership roles with a focus on strategic growth.
• Active member of medical staff with exemplary role model characteristics.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic growth and programmatic development for the Division.
• Mentor Section Chairs and support employee engagement efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Quality Management

Financial Acumen

Mentoring

Education

MD, DO, MBBS, or DPM

Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician Assistant

Job description

Building Location: Essentia 52nd Ave Clinic Department: 3421800 FAMILY PRACTICE - 52ND AVE Job Description: Education Qualifications: Licensure/CertificationQualifications:

Position Title: Division Chair

Job Code: 110111

Job Summary: The Division Chair, in collaboration with their Administrative and Nursing Dyad Partner(s) leads the strategic growth, programmatic development, fiscal responsibility, and quality performance of the Division. The Division Chair inspires others to fulfill the mission and aspirational aims of Essentia Health.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategy and Programmatic Development
  • Development of long-range strategic plan and recruitment plan for the Division.
  • Identify opportunities for programmatic growth.
  • Actively participate in Market Senior Leadership meetings and Essentia Health system initiatives.
  • Facilitate Division participation in EH committees and workgroups.
  • Responsible for bi-directional communication between Division and Essentia Health Leadership Team.

• Fiscal Responsibility
  • Leads all Sections and their members to strive toward meeting or exceeding access, productivity, and financial targets.
  • Identifies opportunities to decrease overall cost of care and achieve value-based performance targets.

• Quality
  • Lead and monitor the Division’s performance in meeting Clinical Quality and Patient Experience metrics.
  • Participate in investigation and resolution of patient quality/safety/service reported events as delegated. Participate in Professional Practice Evaluation activities as needed or as appropriate to Division Chair role.
  • Collaborate with Physician and Professional Services regarding performance concerns.

• Leader Development
  • Mentor and support Section Chair(s).
  • Conduct onboarding, feedback, and development conversations.
  • Participate in Succession Planning
  • Support retention efforts including monitoring employee engagement data

Required Qualifications:

• Active member of the medical staff prior to start.
• Demonstrated experience and effectiveness in leadership role(s).
• Serves as an exemplary role model and servant leader.
• Demonstrated system thinker and ability to navigate in a matrix organization.
• Models Servant Leader characteristics: Demonstrate Courage, Be Present, Demonstrate Empathy, Show Vulnerability, Practice Gratitude, Be Authentic, Serve Others and Be Humble.

Education

• Physician: MD, DO, MBBS, or DPM
• Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician Assistant

Licensure/Certification

• Physician & APRN/PA: Current licensure in applicable state(s) and board certification in applicable clinical specialty prior to start.

Authority:

The Division Chair has the authority to fulfill the above responsibilities at Essentia Health. Reports to West Market President

FTE 0.2-0.3

Eastern ND Division Chair (Moorhead, Fargo, Wahpeton, Graceville, Casselton +/- Lisbon and Valley City)

Western ND Division Chair (Bismarck, Jamestown +/- Lisbon and Valley City)

FTE: 1

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation: Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start Time: Shift End Time: Weekends: Holidays: No Call Obligation: No Union: Union Posting Deadline:

Compensation Range:

$1.00 - $1,000,000.00

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health*:

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus supplemental health benefit options to ensure employees' well-being.

• Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.

• Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.

• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, time off, holidays, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.

• Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.

*Eligibility for Essentia Health’s benefit programs vary. Please refer to the benefit summary provided to you, or contact our HR Service Center at [phone] for more information.