Section Chief of Rheumatology

Overview

Section Chief of Rheumatology – Department of Medicine

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center

Lebanon, NH

The Department of Medicine at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center (DHMC) located in beautiful northern New England is searching for a dynamic physician to become the new Section Chief of Rheumatology. The new Section Chief will lead Rheumatology’s clinical and research operations.

The Section Chief of Rheumatology will lead a diverse group of physicians and advance practice providers to provide state of the art patient care, advance novel research, and train the next generation of clinicians in rheumatology. Our faculty evaluate and treat patients with the full spectrum of rheumatologic disorders. The section has a robust ACGME-accredited rheumatology fellowship.

The Chief of Rheumatology should be a skilled rheumatologist with experience overseeing a busy inpatient and outpatient service, as well as be familiar with the tripartite academic mission of clinical care, education, and research. Board certification in rheumatology is required, as is current licensure (or ability to be licensed) in New Hampshire and Vermont. The position will be a mix of clinical, administrative, and research/education activities, which will vary based on the candidate’s background and interests.

The candidate should qualify for the Geisel criteria to be appointed at the rank of Associate or Professor of Medicine.

The Section Chief of Rheumatology is the physician member of the Section leadership team, which includes the practice manager and the nurse manager. Together, this team is responsible for the direction, operation, and management of the Section of Rheumatology in accordance with its operational, educational and research missions, which are in turn aligned with the Department of Medicine, Dartmouth Health and the Geisel School of Medicine.

The Section Chief serves as a physician role model of appropriate, expert, compassionate, and high value clinical care, effective teaching of learners at all levels, and respectful and inclusive relationships with interprofessional colleagues within the Section and throughout the Organization. The Section Chief is appointed by, reports to, and serves at the discretion of the Department Chair.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced physician in the areas of research, clinical care, practice management, teaching, and mentoring faculty members. We are seeking a dynamic and inclusive leader for our engaged providers and support staff as they continue to optimize the quality and efficiency of our team-based services.

Dartmouth Health is highly dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive group of faculty, staff, and trainees to meet the vast needs of our community and patient populations. We are especially interested in applicants who are able to work effectively with and care for individuals from all backgrounds, including but not limited to: racial and ethnic minorities, women, individuals who identify with LGBTQ+ communities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and/or individuals from lower income backgrounds.

We invite applicants to state in their cover letter how their professional and/or life experiences prepare them to advance Dartmouth Health’s commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• An established and growing patient base
• A collegial work environment with all medical and other specialists and subspecialists Strong ties to our medical school (3 miles away) and our affiliated VA Medical Center (6 miles away)
• A national reputation for quality at our Hospital, Medical School, and affiliated Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and Clinical Practice
• Competitive compensation and benefits packages
• Dedicated CME time and funds
• Funds available to the section chief to develop his or her section

• Four beautiful and distinct seasons to enjoy
• Local access to mountains, hiking trails, lakes, bike routes, and winter sports venues
• Easy access to Manchester and Boston airports and major airlines
• Superb cultural opportunities locally in art, theater, and music at…