DEPARTMENT HEAD OF OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY

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Company: Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center

Location: New Orleans, LA 70119

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Posting Details

Posting Summary

Functional Position Title
DEPARTMENT HEAD OF OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY

Position Number
00020205

Appointment Type
Regular

Location-City
New Orleans

School/Division
MEDICAL SCHOOL

Department
Obstetrics and Gynecology

Position Summary

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine in New Orleans invites applications for Head of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. This position is associated with the endowed Harvey A. Gabert Chair of Obstetrics and Gynecology. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of department programs, including undergraduate medical education, resident and fellow selection and training, program accreditation, faculty recruitment and retention, clinical practice development and outreach, and development of educational and clinically relevant research programs. Excellent leadership, management, and communication skills are necessary; the successful candidate will work with departmental and dean's office administrative faculty and staff, faculty group practice (LSU HealthCare Network) personnel, and clinical partners, including LCMC Health in New Orleans, Woman's Hospital in Baton Rouge, and University Hospital and Clinics in Lafayette, and their staff and administration. The Department Head will work particularly closely with the LCMC organization at University Medical Center and Touro Infirmary in New Orleans. With faculty members in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Lafayette, there are opportunities to strengthen and expand clinical and educational programs in concert with our clinical partners, requiring leadership to guide innovation, redesign, and growth of service lines to support both the academic and clinical missions of the university and our partners. Applicants must be committed to nurturing programs and faculty at all sites of departmental activity. Candidates must be able to provide evidence of leadership accomplishments, commitment to education and clinical service, and the ability and vision to provide strategic direction for the department to achieve academic distinction while promoting a culture of clinical excellence and productivity.

A record in teaching and educational or clinical research, as well as clinical competency is required. A history of mentorship and leadership that promotes faculty development and seeks out opportunities for all faculty to participate in career enrichment programs is essential. Previous management and leadership experience in an academic health setting is required, as is a thorough understanding of basic financial and accounting concepts. Experience with academic clinical partnerships is required. Academic credentials that qualify the applicant for tenure and rank of associate professor or professor are required. The successful candidate will have a MD (or equivalent) or MD/PHD or equivalent and will also be board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology (or a derivative subspecialty) and licensed to practice in the state of Louisiana by start date.

Review of applications will commence immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Additional Position Information

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education
MD or equivalent

If Other Required Education, please specify

Discipline(s)

Certifications/Licenses Required
Board-certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology (or a derivative subspecialty); Licensed to practice medicine in the state of Louisiana and credentialed with all required entities before hire date

Indicate the minimum number of years required to do the job
Ten

Indicate the type of experience required to do the job
10 years on a medical school faculty; must have obtained the rank of Associate Professor or Professor; have a significant record in teaching, educational or collaborative clinical research, clinical competency, mentorship, and leadership.

Indicate if any combination of specific experience, training and education may be substituted for the required education or experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education

If Other Preferred Education, please specify

Discipline(s)

Certifications/Licenses Preferred

Indicate the preferred experience to perform the job

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
U01509P

Number of Vacancies
1

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Application Review Date to Begin

Special Instructions Summary

EEO Statement

LSU Health New Orleans seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. LSU Health New Orleans is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (HRMADA@lsuhsc.edu).

About the School/Department

Comprehensive benefits are available to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; generous annual and sick leave; 14 paid holidays per year; and an employee health primary care clinic. See following link for more details on our benefits offerings: LSUHSC, New Orleans - Benefits

Other employee benefits include a full-service credit union, wellness benefits featuring complimentary fitness center membership for employees and their spouses, employee assistance program, campus assistance program, and pet insurance option. More information about these benefits can be found on this webpage: Additional Benefits

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