Chairperson, Department of Neurology - Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

Position Description

The Chair serves at the discretion of and has responsibilities and authority delegated by the Dean of the TTUHSC School of Medicine. The Chair represents and leads a faculty of 10-15 members and oversees an annual budget of approximately $5-10 million. Preferred candidates will have or be eligible for tenure at the academic rank of Associate Professor or Professor. A comprehensive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience.

• Provides direction to the department of Neurology, inclusive of the Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and all its pursuits, following all institutional and School of Medicine policies and procedures.
• Provides leadership and mentoring to the faculty in education, research and clinical care.
• Recruits the best possible staff and faculty to carry out the department’s and School of Medicine’s missions.
• Assures efficient administration and responsible financial management of the department. Audits conducted by various institutional groups on the department must show appropriate and sufficient management and control of business, personnel, finance, and billing/coding processes.
• Collaborates with and supports co‑endeavors with the community hospital systems seeking new clinical services and teaching opportunities that strengthen the missions of the department and School of Medicine.
• Works with School of Medicine leadership to keep a positive annual operating budget and fund balance. Assists with determining and negotiating the best possible compensation for services provided to hospitals.
• Maintains high quality clinical programs in Neurology including all sub‑specialties with efficient referrals and management thereof. Maintains a first‑rate clinical and research program.
• Reviews and approves hospital privileges for all neurology and sub‑specialty providers.
• Manages the Medical Practice Income Plan in the department in compliance with the plan bylaws, federal, state rules and guidelines, and institutional and School of Medicine policies and procedures. Serves on various school and hospital appointed committees.
• Complies with LCME requirements.
• Assure high quality teaching programs for students, residents, fellows, faculty and post‑graduates.
• Maintains a high‑quality residency program with all the necessary accreditations and recruits the best possible residents to the School of Medicine.
• Continues collaboration and develops positive working relationships with other departments on the Lubbock campus and on the regional campuses wherever appropriate.
• Must maintain an active clinical presence serving patients in area of expertise. In‑house call may be required at hospitals.
• Participate in required committees.

• MD (Doctor of Medicine) or DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) degree.
• Neurology Board Certification.
• Subspecialty Board Certification (if applicable).
• Prior service in a leadership role.
• Five or more years in academic Neurology.

• Ten or more years in academic Neurology.
• Track record of publication.

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health‑related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond.

This is where world‑class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution’s lasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values‑based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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