Chair of Ambulatory Care, Internal Medicine Physician

Our client, a distinguished academic medical institution committed to serving diverse urban communities, is hiring a Chair of Ambulatory Care / Internal Medicine Physician. This is a strategic leadership position designed for an experienced and visionary physician leader eager to shape the future of ambulatory internal medicine in a dynamic academic environment. Lead a comprehensive ambulatory care department that manages over 600,000 annual patient visits across major medical and surgical specialties. As Chair, you will provide overarching strategic direction, oversee daily clinical operations, expand access to subspecialty services, and foster research and educational initiatives. You will play a pivotal role in driving clinical excellence, mentoring future leaders, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency. This high-impact role reports directly to the Senior Associate Dean and Chief Medical Officer and offers an opportunity to influence healthcare delivery at a major urban hospital affiliated with a renowned medical school.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement departmental strategic goals, policies, and budget management
• Oversee and enhance clinical operations, ensuring high-quality care and patient access
• Expand subspecialty service offerings and improve patient satisfaction metrics
• Mentor faculty, medical residents, and students to promote academic and clinical growth
• Lead and support departmental research initiatives and scholarly activities
• Collaborate with institutional leadership on operational, clinical, and educational priorities
• Manage departmental staff and oversee administrative functions, with clinical responsibilities comprising approximately 20% of your time

Requirements:

• MD or DO degree
• Board certification in Internal Medicine
• Valid New York State Medical License, DEA, and Medicaid number
• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in a clinical or academic setting
• Proven success managing multidisciplinary teams and operational workflows
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and strategic planning skills
• Strong commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care
• Willingness to serve on departmental and institutional committees
• Availability to handle operational issues as they arise

Some of the Benefits:

• Competitive faculty appointment 
• Comprehensive benefits 
• Opportunities for professional development, research support, and academic mentorship
• A cooperative work environment committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Situated in an accessible location, easily reachable from New York City, New Jersey, and Long Island

Salary: The posted range is not a guarantee. The actual salary will be based on qualifications, experience, and education and could fall outside of this range. Contact us for more information.
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