Chief of Surgery – Baylor University Medical Center – Dallas, Texas

Chief of Surgery
- Baylor University Medical Center
- Dallas, Texas

Baylor University Medical Center (BUMC) in Dallas, TX, part of Baylor Scott & White Health (BSWH), the largest not for profit healthcare provider in the state of Texas, is seeking a collaborative, transformational, and visionary leader with a strong clinical and academic foundation as the next Chief of Surgery.

The BUMC Chief of Surgery will develop a vision for the Department of Surgery through the advancement of clinical programs, quality improvement, education and research. He/she will guide the transformation of care delivery in all areas of surgery and enhance the integration of care between departments on behalf of all patients we serve, simultaneously promoting exemplary outcome performance in nationally recognized domains and under the perpetual goal of Zero Harm.

The successful candidate will also possess a modern leadership acumen that allows him/her to transcend expected and unexpected boundaries, to forge alliances throughout the organization and beyond, and to maintain a desire for continual process improvement. Further, this physician will be an outstanding mentor to peers and learners alike and skilled in the development of relationships, working well with multiple partners across the clinical setting and leadership of BUMC to deliver a preeminent multifaceted service line.

The major responsibilities of the role outlined below will be carried out in a manner that reflects the mission, vision, and values of Baylor University Medical Center:

• Translate organizational strategy to a departmental vision into exemplary programs to achieve a top-tier, nationally ranked department

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for the department in its clinical, academic, research and administrative missions

• Form strong collaborative partnerships with administrative, medical, and nursing departments to lead positive change and promote a culture where clinical outcomes, patient satisfaction and patient safety are priorities within the department

• Oversee accreditation and regulatory management activities

• Represent BUMC on national committees and editorial boards as appropriate

• Promote a department dedicated to expanding inherent and acquired diversity

• Communicate performance, service standards and expectations to department staff. Hold staff accountable by monitoring performance, establishing development plans, and providing individual mentoring and counseling as necessary

• Establish an atmosphere of positive, supportive physician and employee relations. Lead by example and teach others to create a mutually respectful, courteous and compassionate atmosphere

• Serve as a physician champion and leader for the provision of the highest quality healthcare and clinical performance excellence

• Oversee quality improvement projects and committees to foster a culture of Zero Harm and continuous improvement

• Support clinical and translational research that advances the clinical and educational objectives of BSWH

• Participate in development activities for extramural funding of research and endowment

• Support surgery residency and fellowship training programs and be personally involved and engaged with medical students, residents, and fellows

• Perform other appropriate duties as required in a competent, professional and courteous manner

• Have or be able to obtain an unrestricted Texas medical license

• Certified by the appropriate certifying board in a surgical field and have at least five years or more of academic practice and leadership experience

• Qualified for faculty appointment in the

• department at the rank of professor or associate professor

• National recognition as a clinical leader, clinician scientist and/or educator

• Experience in operational and financial management and leadership in a hospital, academic healthcare center or academic group practice environment. Additional training in management or administration is preferred. Experience in medical staff functions is essential, as is working knowledge of hospital/operating room operations, quality improvement, lean processes and strategic planning

• Strong leadership as well as organizational and communication skills needed to effectively operate in the complex environment of an integrated health system and to effectively manage conflicting agendas

• Ability to define a vision and execute it; should be a visionary who sees potential and opportunity

• Experience in facilitating and…