Division Chief of Neuro-Oncology - Faculty Physician - Departments of Neurosurgery and Neurology, Thomas Jefferson University and Jefferson Health

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Thomas Jefferson University Health System (TJUH) and the Sidney Kimmel Medical College(SKCC) in Philadelphia is seeking a Division Chief of Neuro-Oncology at the associate professor or professor rank responsible for developing and executing the enterprise strategy for the Departments of Neurosurgery and Neurology's Neuro-Oncology care throughout the health system. The Division Chief will work toward enhanced accruals to institutional, pharmaceutical, and cooperative group trials, and contribute to strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation of department policies that enhance surgical oncology associated clinical research and increase the Departments of Neurosurgery and Neurology's influence across the Delaware Valley.

Key Responsibilities:

• The Division Chief of Neuro-Oncology will provide strategic leadership over Neuro-Oncology.
• The Division Chief will assist in efforts to identify potential partners and build collaborative relationships centered on cancer with community oncology practices, hospitals, and systems.
• Provides strategic leadership with regard to the Departments of Neurosurgery and Neurology and the SKCC for oncology operations. Sets goals for growth, referrals, and increased volume. Contributes to strategic planning, goal implementation, and evaluation as part of the Departments of Neurosurgery and Neurology.
• Assists Network leaders in development of SKCC's multi-state clinical trials network in coordination with the Clinical and Administrative Directors of the SKCCN.
• Advises the Departments of Neurosurgery and Neurology Chairs and SKCC Enterprise Director regarding Network growth, opportunities, referral patterns, and joint venturing partnerships.
• Under the auspices of the Department of Neurosurgery Chair, develops a Neuro-Oncology Fellowship Program.
• Assists with developing/standardizing, monitoring, improving and maintaining the standards of medical care delivered by the Division of Neuro-Oncology providers. Assists in the development of common clinical pathways/metrics for Neuro-Oncology patients, including but not limited to: Outside imaging and pathology review for all patients, Role of neoadjuvant therapy, Tissue collection protocols across all disease sites, active engagement in promoting clinical trial accrual, assistance in the development of evidence-based screening protocols for Brain Tumors to better optimize both patient flow at Jefferson Health/SKCC sites and increase Neuro-Oncology volume.
• Participates in utilization review, compliance, and performance improvement activities related to Neuro-Oncology.
• Reviews and approves policies and procedures with regard to the operation of Neuro-Oncology.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Neuro-Oncology fellowship training and/or an established record of excellence in Neuro-Oncology.
• American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology board certification or eligibility.
• United Council for Neurologic Subspecialties certification or eligibility in Neuro-Oncology.
• Strong leadership skills and experience in successfully managing and mentoring physicians and other caregivers.
• Excellent communication skills with a focus on patient access and patient satisfaction.
• Candidates must have a record of providing excellent clinical care, possess academic credentials that will qualify for an academic appointment in the department of surgery.
• Demonstrated experience as a clinical educator as well as scholarship experience.
• The ability to obtain a medical license in the Commonwealth of PA prior to start date.

Applicants must apply online and are invited to also forward a curriculum vitae to the Neuro-Oncology Search Committee, ATTN: Shawn Bonk, Administrator for Departments of Neurosurgery and Neurology at Shawn.Bonk@Jefferson.edu.

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Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.