Division Director, Obstetrical Anesthesia

Position Description:

The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) seeks a collaborative physician-leader to serve as Chief of the Division of Obstetric Anesthesiology within the Department of Anesthesiology.

Position Summary

The Division Director of Obstetrics will oversee all anesthesia services within the Division of Obstetric Anesthesiology to ensure the delivery of consistent, high-quality care to patients. The incumbent will have a proven track record as a strategic and accomplished leader who is well-versed in best practices. The Division Director of Obstetric Anesthesiology will continue strengthening the clinical services at the Froedtert Birth Center and contribute to advancing obstetric anesthesiology in patient care, education, and research.

Responsibilities

• Operational oversight of the OB Anesthesiology Division.
• Advocate and catalyst to develop and grow research.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality clinical services, continually fostering best practices and innovation while maintaining strong educational activities.
• Daily interaction with Obstetrics & Gynecology and Anesthesia residents and fellows, with a significant commitment to the education of future leaders in Obstetric Anesthesiology.
• Develop models of care that promote quality of care and stewardship of resources.
• Maintain and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements for the OB division.
• Support departmental and division clinical performance improvement and quality processes.
• Complete other duties as delegated by the Chair.             

Characteristics and Competencies

• Excellent clinical anesthesiology skills
• Champion of team-based care
• Exemplary leadership and mentoring skills
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Strong skills in problem solving, change management, conflict resolution, and building and contributing to collaborative teams
• Experience leading quality initiatives within a complex and evolving organization
• Role model for behaviors of professionalism, dignity, and respect
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion

About Medical College of Wisconsin:

The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is a private academic institution dedicated to leadership and excellence. In 2017, MCW had approximately 850 students in Medical School, nearly 400 graduate students and 160 postdoctoral fellows in the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. There are more than 670 physicians in residency training and 180 physicians in fellowship training. MCW is the largest research institution in eastern Wisconsin with $154 million in grant awards for research, teaching, training and related purposes in FY2013-2014, of which $138 million was for researching, including funding from the National Institute of Health and other sponsors. Through its clinical operations, MCW providers, physician assistants, nurse practitioners and psychologists care for more than 500,000 patients in 2015 representing more than 2.2 million patient visits.

MCW is one of the largest healthcare employers in Wisconsin. We are a distinguished leader and innovator in the education and development of the next generation of physicians, scientists, pharmacists, and health professionals; we discover and translate new knowledge in the biomedical and health sciences; we supply cutting-edge, collaborative patient care of the highest quality; and we improve the health of the communities we serve.

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity and innovation. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Milwaukee

Located along the Lake Michigan shoreline, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is one of America’s great cities, combining a dynamic urban community with a rich cultural heritage with access to parks, rivers, and other outdoor recreation. Milwaukee is the largest city in Wisconsin and the 23rd largest city in the United States. It is home to corporate headquarters for industry leaders including Northwestern Mutual, Johnson Controls, Manpower, Harley Davidson, and others. Milwaukee is a popular venue for sailing, windsurfing, kite-surfing, ethnic dining, and cultural festivals; the city is recognized for its museums, fine dining and hotels, professional sports, gardens and parks, and Milwaukee County Zoological Gardens. The population of the City of Milwaukee is approximately 600,000 and approximately 1.8 million people live in the greater Milwaukee area.

All interactions will remain confidential, and no inquiries will be made without the consent of the applicant.  Nominations and applications, including current curriculum vitae and a cover letter stating qualifications and reasons for interest in the role, may be submitted to:

Becky Trujillo, Sr Physician Recruiter - [email protected]   

The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) and Children’s Wisconsin are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace that includes individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realize our vision of a healthier world, and we recognize that a healthy and thriving community starts from within. If you believe embracing individuality and working together makes us stronger, then MCW and Children’s Wisconsin is the place for you. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.  The Medical College of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Position Requirements:

• MD, MD/PhD, or DO from an accredited institution with board certification in Anesthesiology
• Ability to obtain an unrestricted medical license to practice in the State of Wisconsin

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MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

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