Division Chief - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Location: Phoenix

Shift: Mon-Fri, Days, 8am-5pm

Phoenix Children’s is Arizona’s top-ranked children’s hospital and is considered a regional hub throughout the Southwest. With 533 licensed beds and more than 1200 employed/affiliated physicians, we’re on the cusp of becoming one of the largest children’s health systems in the country. Phoenix is consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States, boasting 300+ sunny days per year as well as convenient access to ocean and mountain attractions.

Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership:

• Provide expert clinical care to pediatric patients with physical disabilities, neuromuscular disorders, congenital conditions, and injuries.
• Develop and implement treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs, involving a combination of medical interventions, therapies, and rehabilitation techniques.
• Collaborate with other healthcare specialists, such as pediatricians, orthopedic surgeons, neurologists, and therapists, to ensure a multidisciplinary approach to patient care.

Administrative and Leadership:

• Lead the Pediatric PM&R division, including overseeing daily operations, resource allocation, growth, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Recruit, hire, and mentor a team of healthcare professionals, including physicians, therapists, nurses, and support staff.
• Develop and manage the division's budget, ensuring efficient utilization of resources and adherence to financial goals.

Education and Training:

• Provide educational leadership by developing and implementing training programs for medical students, residents, and fellows in the field of Pediatric PM&R.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the division.

Research and Innovation:

• Engage in clinical research and contribute to advancing the field of Pediatric PM&R through publications, presentations, and participation in relevant conferences.
• Collaborate with research teams to identify opportunities for improving treatment outcomes, patient experiences, and innovative therapies.

Collaboration and Networking:

• Collaborate with other departments, healthcare institutions, and community organizations to enhance patient care, referral pathways, and community outreach.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to foster partnerships and support the division's goals.

Quality Improvement and Patient Safety:

• Establish and monitor quality metrics to ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and patient-centered care.
• Implement evidence-based practices and protocols to enhance patient outcomes and safety.

Qualifications:

• Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree with board certification in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, preferably with sub-specialization in Pediatric PM&R.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in the jurisdiction of practice.
• Proven clinical expertise in Pediatric PM&R, with a strong record of patient care and outcomes.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, ideally in a clinical or academic setting.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
• Strong commitment to education, research, and the advancement of the field.

About Us: Phoenix Children’s 

Phoenix Children’s is Arizona’s top-ranked children’s hospital and is considered a regional hub throughout the Southwest. With 533 licensed beds and more than 1200 employed/affiliated physicians, we’re on the cusp of becoming one of the largest children’s health systems in the country. Phoenix is consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States, boasting 300+ sunny days per year as well as convenient access to ocean and mountain attractions.

Become a member of the Phoenix Children’s team and change lives for the better. You’ll see the impact of your work on patients, families, and the community where you live and practice.

To apply:

Please submit your CV and cover letter to:

David Blaha

Physician Talent Acquisition Partner

dblaha@phoenixchildrens.com

(O) 602.933.1107 (C) 440.223.5256

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About Phoenix Children's

Phoenix Children’s is one of the Nation’s largest pediatric health systems. It comprises Phoenix Children’s Hospital–Main Campus, Phoenix Children’s Hospital–East Valley at Dignity Health Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, four pediatric specialty and urgent care centers, 11 community pediatric practices, 20 outpatient clinics, two ambulatory surgery centers and six community-service-related outpatient clinics throughout the state of Arizona. The system has provided world-class inpatient, outpatient, trauma, emergency and urgent care to children and families for more than 35 years. Phoenix Children’s Care Network includes more than 850 pediatric primary care providers and specialists who deliver care across more than 75 subspecialties. Phoenix Children's provides world-class inpatient, outpatient, trauma, emergency and urgent care to children and families in Arizona and throughout the Southwest. As one of the largest children’s hospitals in the country, we provide care across more than 75 pediatric specialties. Every day our clinical, professional and support staff work collaboratively to deliver on our mission to provide hope, healing and the best health care for children and their fam...ilies. They embrace the challenges of providing compassionate, high-quality, family-centered care to the most complex patients in the region.

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