Summary

The Chairman will oversee the overall management of the department, advocating for departmental interests, and performing clinical duties as necessary. This leadership role demands a blend of clinical expertise and administrative acumen, ensuring the department operates at the highest standards of quality and efficiency.

Education and Qualifications

• Basic medical degree from a recognized institution.
• Post-qualification certification.
• Qualification sources accepted from North America, Western Europe, Australia, or New Zealand:
  • USA: The American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS)
  • Canada: Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Certificate (RCPS-C)

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of ten (10) years of clinical experience post-certification in a subspecialty.
• At least three (3) to five (5) years in a leadership role, demonstrating administrative capacity and departmental oversight.
• Post-training experience in North America, Western Europe, Australia, or New Zealand is essential.

Licensing

• Current and in good standing medical license to practice in the country of residence.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Perform clinical duties and actively engage in clinical practice.
• Collaborate with Nursing, Clinical Services, Administration, and Support Services to provide optimal patient care.

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic plans, goals, and objectives for the department, aligned with the overall strategic plan of Medical Affairs.
• Organize, supervise, monitor, and maintain medical and clinical services and programs, ensuring high-quality patient care and ethical practices.
• Oversee the selection, recruitment, and retention of competent professional staff through effective credentialing, review of privileges, and staff assessments.
• Prepare and manage the annual operating and capital equipment budgets for the department, ensuring efficient and cost-effective operations.
• Conduct annual evaluations of department staff, making recommendations for performance bonuses, professional leave, and other incentives based on evaluation and appraisal.
• Ensure continuous quality improvement and adherence to quality/performance improvement programs.
• Establish key performance and clinical indicators, benchmarking departmental outcomes with international standards.
• Promote activities that enhance community involvement and responsibility.

Research and Education Responsibilities:

• Promote and support medical research initiatives within the department.
• Advocate for postgraduate training programs, continuing medical education, and other educational activities.
• Mentor and train junior staff, trainees, and medical students, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.

Other Duties:

• Enforce and monitor adherence to Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, and Hospital policies and procedures.
• Act as the department’s representative in organizational and external communications.
• Participate in the Medical Advisory Council and contribute to institutional development.

The Ideal Candidate

We seek a visionary leader with a blend of clinical excellence and administrative expertise. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leadership in top-tier healthcare institutions, demonstrating their ability to drive innovation and excellence in a dynamic and evolving healthcare landscape. If you are an accomplished healthcare executive ready to make a significant impact, we invite you to explore this extraordinary opportunity.