Section Chief - Pediatric Pulmonary physician - Onsite Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The Section Chief - Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine oversees the pediatric pulmonary program, ensuring exemplary clinical care within a multidisciplinary framework. This leadership role supports innovative treatment approaches and fosters an environment of continuous academic enrichment and research, while enhancing patient outcomes across diverse clinical settings.

The Chief of Pulmonary Medicine will direct the clinical and operational activities of the department to include but not limited to clinical coverage, physician staffing, nurse practitioners, RNs. The ideal candidate will bring a proven background in department leadership, program development, strategic planning, change management, and clinical leadership to the department. The Chief will work to revise and advance the Pulmonary department to serve the patients of St. Christopher's Hospital for Children and the community we serve.

• Oversee and coordinate clinical operations and research initiatives within the pediatric pulmonary department.

• Provide expert leadership in diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for complex pediatric pulmonary conditions.

• Formulate and implement evidence-based protocols to ensure high-quality patient care.

• Facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration and mentor clinical and research staff in advanced pediatric pulmonary practices.

• Represent the department in internal and external committees to advance strategic objectives.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards while promoting continuous improvement in service delivery.

Position Highlights:

• Oversee the daily clinical operations of medical staff

• Create a vision and direction for the department

• Provide leadership for operational issues

• Policy design/implementation

• Be an active physician within the practice

• Develop practice oriented education

• Mentor/Train clinical staff

• Active role in Quality Improvement

• Recruitment of clinical staff - physicians & nurse practitioners to grow department

• Manage expectations, duties and activity of physicians and nurse practitioners

• Possession of an MD or equivalent degree with specialized training in pediatric pulmonology.

• Board certification in Pediatrics and Pediatric Pulmonology, with a record of clinical excellence.

• Demonstrated leadership experience in academic or clinical settings, with a focus on team management and strategic development.

• A strong record of research contributions, including publications in high-impact journals and involvement in innovative clinical trials.

• Proven ability to implement and oversee quality improvement initiatives within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and mentorship skills to guide both clinical teams and academic trainees.

• MD or DO

• Unrestricted PA medical license

• Graduate from an ACGME Pediatric Residency

• Board Certified - Pediatrics

• Graduate from an ACGME Pediatric Pulmonary Fellowship

• 5+ years clinical experience in a pediatric o/p practice

• 3 years' experience in practice leadership & change management

• Comprehensive compensation

• Benefits Package: Health, Dental, Vision, & more

• Retirement savings plan with employer match

• Malpractice insurance & tail coverage

• Educational Loan Assistance

• Paid Time Off : Vacation, Holiday, Sick, CME

• CME allowance

• Relocation assistance

• H1B Visa & Green Card Support