Physician Leader and Chair, Department of Internal Medicine
5 days ago
Phoenix
Department Chair of Internal Medicine Opportunity District Medical Group – Creighton University School of Medicine Affiliation Phoenix Metropolitan Area District Medical Group (DMG) is one of the leading and most respected integrated medical group practices in the metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, area with a reputation for leadership, innovation, and dedication to the patients and communities we serve. As the largest independent medical group in the Valley, DMG seeks medical professionals who are committed to “giving back” to the medical field and community to apply. DMG medical specialists are the exclusive providers of care at Valleywise Health Medical Center (VHMC)—the Phoenix area’s only public teaching health system—and community clinics and serve patients across the Valley. DMG medical specialists staff and practice in a 290-bed, safety-net hospital that includes a level lll NICU, level 1 Adult Trauma Center, Arizona’s only internationally verified burn center—the Arizona Burn Center, a full complement of pediatric services, and 11 corresponding Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) outpatient clinics that provide care for more than 450,000 patients annually. In a region growing as fast as Phoenix, District Medical Group, in conjunction with Valleywise Health, seeks a mission-driven physician leader specialized in internal medicine to head the Department of Internal Medicine at Valleywise Health Medical Center as Department Chair. The Chair will lead the department while advancing excellence in diagnosis, treatment, transformative research, and education—supporting the health and well-being of adult, senior, and geriatric patients. The position would include employment through DMG and will be staffed at VHMC. Serving as a clinical partner with the Creighton University School of Medicine Phoenix Regional Campus, outstanding candidates for the position may have the opportunity to serve as the Phoenix Campus Academic Department Chair. Currently, the position includes being the site Chair of the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix. Many DMG physicians are faculty with our local academic affiliates and teach medical students, residents, and fellows in our affiliated medical education programs. Faculty appointments are available through the following affiliated medical schools Creighton University, the University of Arizona, Joseph’s Hospital & Medical Center, and Mayo Clinic Scottsdale. This position will support the educational initiatives of the Internal Medicine department’s associated teaching programs, which includes an ACGME Internal Medicine Residency with a total of 80 residents, and GI, Cardiology, Hospice and Palliative Medicine, and Surgical Critical Care fellowships. PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS Required • MD or DO medical degree from an accredited school is required., • Mid-career physician with at least five (5) years of documented leadership, supervising, and/or administrative experience in a director or similar physician leadership role., • Board Certification in Internal Medicine (General or Subspecialty)., • Possessing specialty expertise in Internal Medicine Clinical Practice and demonstrating clinical competence as a practicing physician is required., • Licensed or eligible to practice medicine in the state of Arizona is required upon hire. Personal Skills & Characteristics • The Chair of Internal Medicine will be a confident, visionary leader with maturity, knowledge, and cultural sensitivity to inspire and to advance collaborative relationships with our community partners., • Strong clinical and leadership skills with a willingness to use data in decision-making and change implementation., • A true commitment and understanding of academics, community practice, and integrated care. A person who is mission-driven and can lead a team., • A personality and style that is grounded in partnering, collegiality and consensus building, coupled with the ability to make and stand by decisions., • Individual must be sensitive to local community health needs and should enjoy playing a visible role in the community in support of the mission and vision., • Ability to attract, hire, develop, and retain strong providers., • Background in UME, GME, and Academic Pursuits preferred. LIFE IN PHOENIX • Recipient of The All-America City Award., • Phoenix, the healthcare and economic hub for the Mountain West region, ranks as one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States., • Year-round favorable weather, with over 320 sunny days a year., • Booming healthcare industry as Phoenix is one of the fastest growing cities, growing the demand., • Cost of living advantage with more affordable housing options and taxes., • Professional growth and networking as there are strong connections between major hospital systems, medical school, and research institutions. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS To ensure full consideration, inquiries, nominations, and applications (CV and Letter of Interest) should be submitted electronically in confidence to District Medical Group’s executive search partner, Elaine Auerbach, MBA, MPH: and/or or call (972) 265-5259. Application Link: ___ Application Link: COMPETITIVE SALARY + BENEFITS • Highly competitive salaries plus annual incentive compensation opportunity., • Paid Relocation., • 5 weeks paid time off., • 1 week CME time off with $4,000 CME stipend., • 10 paid holidays., • Medical, dental, and vision insurance., • Life insurance, long term disability, AD&D insurance., • 401K plan with up to 6 percent employer match., • Paid medical malpractice insurance with tail coverage., • And many other non-traditional benefits. EEO/AA Employers.