About WakeMed:
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is a nationally recognized, private, not-for-profit health care organization founded and based in Raleigh, N.C. The largest health system in Wake County, WakeMed exists to improve the health and well-being of our community by providing outstanding, compassionate, patient- and family-centered care to all. The 919-bed system comprises a network of facilities throughout the Triangle area, delivering health and wellness services that bring added value to the communities we serve. WakeMed is a leader in cardiac and vascular care, women's and children's services, emergency medicine and trauma care, physical rehabilitation, orthopaedics and neurosciences. Specialty facilities include the WakeMed Heart Center, Children's Hospital, Women's Pavilion and Birthplace, Rehabilitation Hospital, Adult and Children's Emergency Departments and a Level 1 Trauma Center. WakeMed's team of more than 9,400 employees, 2,000 volunteers, 1,300 affiliated physicians, and the more than 400 physicians employed by WakeMed Physician Practices use the most advanced technologies along with the best minds and the biggest hearts to ensure the finest quality in health care and community health. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WakeMed provides an inclusive work environment that promotes the valuing of differences, respect for people and cooperativeness among our diverse workforce. WakeMed does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in any terms or conditions of employment. All applicants/employees are considered for employment, transfer, promotion or training without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity/expression, genetics, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Position Information:
We are currently seeking physicians with an interest and training in General Pediatrics with experience and interest in leadership to join our team in Raleigh, NC as Medical Director. Our team currently consists of 12 physicians providing comprehensive care for children through our outpatient clinics located in Raleigh, Cary and Clayton. The division also has plans for expansion into other areas within Wake County. WakeMed Children's Hospital and NICU recently underwent a state-of-the-art renovation and offers a wide array of sub-specialty support. This position serves both in a clinical (80%) and administrative (20%) capacity. Call coverage and clinical responsibilities will be shared with team members. As medical director, the successful candidate will be responsible for local strategy, operational performance, and appropriate development of their group/division. In this work they partner with and are supported by the Executive Medical Director, Service Line Director and/or respective Practice Manager. The Medical Director is responsible for leading their group in the development and execution of operational tactics to achieve the aspirational goals for the group; including but not limited to - quality, patient experience, clinical outcomes, financial outcomes, new services, regional development, referral development, clinical operations and medical staff interactions with the group. In their leadership role, the individual will work closely with other physician leaders, physicians, APPs, nursing, administration (WPP and system), recruiting, clinical and financial staff, and marketing. This position reports directly to the Executive Medical Director for Primary Care Services and supports the mission, values, and management of WPP. Qualified candidates must be currently BE/BC in general pediatrics. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.
Experience Requirements:
Fellowship/Internship/Residency - Related Area Required
Education Required:
Doctorate Medicine Required
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
Licensed Medical Physician Required
Hours of Work:
Monday thru Friday
Weekend Requirements:
As Needed
Call Requirements:
as needed
