Join our growing physician network of more than 3,400 physicians in Suffolk, Nassau and Queens County. Catholic Health is a fully integrated health system serving the communities of Long Island, NY.  Work in a culture that is physician focused, led, and committed to I-CARE Values – Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.

 

This is a unique opportunity to join one of the most rapidly growing, health systems in the U.S. while directly shaping the long-term vision and growth of a division. The successful candidate will be a collaborative and energetic leader who will grow the Division by inspiring and supporting existing faculty, as well as recruiting new faculty to expand Catholic Health’s thoracic network.

 

This position requires a thorough understanding of the healthcare environment, both regionally and nationally, a vision for the growth of clinical service and research, as well as an ability to collaborate with other leaders across Catholic Health. The Chair will lead and formulate program development, build market share and allocate resources effectively. In addition, the Chair will be an individual who has a passion for providing outstanding care, a desire to improve systems and processes to maximize efficiency, and the leadership to engage faculty, set expectations, and develop careers. He/she will be a leader that demonstrates the collaborative ability to work well with multiple partners and stakeholders.

 

The successful candidate will be an accomplished, nationally recognized surgeon and outstanding leader with demonstrated ability to set a vision, effectively inspire, manage, and mentor. This leader will exemplify a collaborative ability to work well with other leaders across Catholic Health. The ideal candidate will have a thorough understanding and ability to work within a complex health system and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

 

• Developing and implement strategic plans to grow and expand the scope of clinical services provided Catholic Health (CH) consistent with the vision to ensure that CH remain the leader in clinical services and educational programs on Long Island related to thoracic surgery.
• In conjunction with surgery service line, CH CMO and CTO, developing a roadmap for services deployment, and coordinating clear interdepartmental policies and procedures;
• Work collaboratively with the healthcare System’s insurance contracting department to identify opportunities for Center of Excellence recognition and to provide input related to population health initiatives, pay for performance associated with payer contracts
• Develop and implement initiatives in collaboration with healthcare systems, physician groups, and payers engaged by Catholic Health.
• Develop ambulatory outpatient programs in communities where Catholic Health operates or desires to operate.
• Expand the network by working with leadership to identify or develop outpatient facilities inside and outside the system’s service area.
• Monitoring and analyze clinical and research trends and identifying areas of opportunity for program development.
• Understand the trends that affect current and future healthcare business models and shall advise the other members of the executive team about opportunities.
• Networking with physician leadership in similar positions at other health care systems within to acquire knowledge regarding potential opportunities to enhance the network related to the quality and safety of care.
• Specific oversight and supervision of provision of physician quality thoracic services at the CH hospitals, including without limitation:

• Developing guidelines regarding the provision of thoracic services and the techniques employed;
• Conducting regular meetings with all CH hospitals to discuss policies, procedures and guidelines; patient care problems; and review and study of thoracic services;
• Monitoring the implementation of safety precautions in the thoracic area;
• Concurrent and/or retrospective evaluation of thoracic services and TJC acceptable quality assurance/continuous quality improvement programs; and
• Establishing, implementing, and maintaining standards of thoracic services via credentialing processes and quality improvement processes;

• Oversee and ensure the highest quality of care and safety within the advanced heart failure network that is compliant with all NYS DOH, CMS and other regulatory agencies requirements.
• Ensure that the thoracic surgery related programs remain in compliance with / ready for Joint Commission review and/or New York State Department of Health surveys

 

 

 

• Graduate of an accredited medical school including an Advanced degree such as MHA, MBA or Doctoral degree recommended, but not required.
• Thoracic Surgery Fellowship
• Board-Certified by an accrediting agency approved by the American Board of Medical Specialties
• NYS Medical License and DEA License
• Minimum of ten years of clinical experience and departmental leadership experience in a health care organization or network

 

 

 

At Catholic Health your well-being comes first, with comprehensive compensation and benefits; our offerings go beyond the basics. In addition to multiple medical plans, life insurance, generous paid time off and flexible spending accounts, we offer substantial tuition reimbursement, an employer funded pension plan and several savings plan options for your future.

 

 

About Catholic Health (CH): CH is a fully integrated health system serving Long Island, NY, with six hospitals, long-term care facilities, home care and hospice services, and programs for developmentally disabled individuals. With over 17,000 employees and a commitment to employee well-being and work-life balance, CH offers a supportive and rewarding work environment.