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Job Summary
Director, Division of Hospital Medicine University of Michigan Ann Arbor
Job Summary
The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Michigan Medical School invites applications and nominations for the position of Division Director for Pediatric Hospital Medicine (PHM), which includes Pediatric Palliative and Complex Care providers and Child Abuse pediatricians. This is an outstanding opportunity for a visionary leader to guide a dynamic division dedicated to patient care, education, quality improvement, research, and academic excellence within one of the nations top medical schools and childrens hospitals. The Division Director is responsible for strategic leadership, faculty and provider development, clinical program oversight, and operational management within Pediatric Hospital Medicine. The Division Director will foster a culture of collaboration, inclusion, educational distinction, innovation, and scientific inquiry, representing the division within the Department, institution, and beyond.
About Pediatric Hospital Medicine at Michigan Medicine
Our Pediatric Hospital Medicine division provides comprehensive care to children in both inpatient and outpatient settings, leads innovative program development, and is recognized for their commitment to education and research. The division is composed of nationally prominent faculty engaged in advancing clinical care, training future leaders, and collaborating across specialties to enhance outcomes for pediatric patients. The division has 54 faculty members and hosts robust training programs.
Division Structure
The division includes three primary clinical sections:
• Pediatric Hospital Medicine (PHM) provides continuous inpatient hospital coverage, resident/faculty services, consultation, procedural support (e.g., circumcisions, rapid response code teams, and specialty services such as Point of Care Ultrasound). Some faculty have split appointments with other departments or at regional partner hospitals (e.g., Sparrow Childrens Center). PHM faculty are involved in education, quality improvement, and outreach.
• Child Protection Team (CPT) evaluates suspected child maltreatment for both inpatients and outpatients statewide coverage, including virtual 24/7 on-call service, court testimony, expert consultations, and broad multidisciplinary team involvement. CPT faculty also provide advocacy, education, and outreach.
• Pediatric Palliative and Complex Care (PPC) delivers inpatient and outpatient pediatric palliative care, Medicaid case management, and home-based care programs through interprofessional team approaches. Faculty participate in palliative and hospice care, complex chronic care education, outreach, and efforts to address barriers and gaps in care access.
Education & Training
PHM:
• Daily teaching for residents, medical students, APPs, and several faculty in key educational leadership roles. • PHM supports fellowships in Pediatric Hospital Medicine.
CPT:
• Provides lectures and specialized training on child maltreatment to trainees, state DHHS staff, and partner agencies.
PPC:
• Active educational role in interprofessional skills (e.g., debriefing, pain management, and program leadership). • Supports a Pediatric track in the Internal Medicine, Hospice, and Palliative Medicine Program.
Research & Scholarly Activity
The division provides scholarly presentations, publications, and collaborative projects, particularly related to ethics, disparities, and quality improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategy:
• Set and communicate a compelling vision. • Develop and execute short and long-term strategic plans for the division.
Faculty & Staff Development:
• Recruit, retain, and mentor diverse faculty dedicated to clinical excellence, scholarship, and teaching. • Oversee annual evaluation and promotion processes.
Clinical Operations:
• Direct the clinical activities of the division. • Partner with departmental and hospital leadership to assure high-quality patient-centered care and safety.
Education:
• Support and enhance educational endeavors for medical students, residents, and fellows in pediatric hospital medicine, pediatric palliative care, and child abuse pediatrics, including curriculum innovation.
Research:
• Encourage and support scholarly activities. • Facilitate collaboration and acquisition of extramural funding opportunities. • Enable faculty to pursue clinical translational and health services research.
Resource Management:
• Equitably oversee and manage resources, finances, and divisional administrative processes.
Required Qualifications
• MD, DO, or equivalent with board certification in Pediatric Hospital Medicine, Pediatrics, and Hospice and Palliative Medicine, or Child Abuse Pediatrics. • Academic credentials commensurate with faculty appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor level. • Proven record of clinical excellence, educational contribution, and/or scholarly achievement.
Preferred Qualifications
• Demonstrated leadership experience in academic medicine and pediatric hospital medicine, pediatric palliative medicine, complex care, pediatrics, or child abuse pediatrics.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time and for any reason throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Underfill Statement
Note: This position is posted as Clinical Associate Professor/Clinical Professor. Rank of selected candidate is dependent upon qualifications.
Additional Information
Department of Pediatrics and C.S. Mott Childrens Hospital
The Department of Pediatrics includes 18 clinical divisions and over 350 faculty members. C.S. Mott Childrens Hospital, a 1.1 million square foot, 12-story, 348-bed facility that opened in 2011, is located on the University of Michigan medical campus. Mott is honored to be the #1 childrens hospital in Michigan and is among the nations best in 10 specialties. This state-of-the-art facility includes the on-site Von Voigtlander Womens Hospital birthing center, a Level 1 Childrens Surgery Center, and a Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center.
Ann Arbor and the University of Michigan
Ann Arbor is consistently ranked among the top places to live in the United States, combining the atmosphere of a small college town with the cultural and recreational opportunities of a larger city. The University offers a variety of cultural, educational, and sports activities. Ann Arbor and the University provide a continuous bill of concerts, plays, lectures, festivals, as well as galleries and museums. The downtown area offers a variety of specialty shops, bookstores, restaurants, and an outdoor farmers market. The city and University also offer extensive parks and gardens, as well as a variety of outdoor activities, including biking, canoeing, and running. Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW), a half-hour drive from Ann Arbor, offers easy access to major cities in the U.S. and internationally. Learn more at goblueguide.medicine.umich.edu.
Background Screening
University of Michigan Health System conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.