Discipline Chair, Radiology

Position Summary

The Discipline Chair, Radiology ensures the provision of high-quality clinical education and patient care in their discipline through the leadership and achievement of clinical educational and research goals and objectives; as demonstrated in medical student outcomes, faculty engagement, and clinical affiliate satisfaction.

Who we are

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (RFUMS) is a six-college graduate health sciences university dedicated to the interprofessional education of health and biomedical professionals. Chicago Medical School, the original college of the six, has been educating physicians and furthering biomedical research for more than 100 years. Established in 1912, the founders built a combined medical school and hospital where working men and women could study medicine at night.

As a community-based institution, CMS students experience a variety of clinical environments and models; including, inner-city and suburban hospitals, the James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center that serves U.S. military personnel, as well as private clinics and practice settings. Training focuses on positioning patients at the center of care and as an active member of the healthcare team. During student didactic training, CMS' simulation labs allow students to sharpen their interactive and communication skills and develop critical reasoning. Students have early clinical contact, experience a supportive environment, and can count on a faculty dedicated to student success.

While this position is not eligible for our regular employee benefits, all RFU employees are eligible to accrue personal leave in accordance with IL law. All RFU employees are also eligible to make unmatched contributions to voluntary supplemental pre-tax and post-tax retirement plans.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Dean, Chicago Medical School, report to the Executive Chair of Clinical Sciences Department;
• Oversee faculty implementation of the CMS curriculum at the direction of the CMS Curriculum Committee;
• Acquire and maintain an appropriate RFUMS faculty rank within an appropriate Chicago Medical School department;
• Work 0.1 FTE in the discharge of these duties and responsibilities;
• Mentor students and write letters of recommendation for students going into this specialty area;
• Write supporting letters of recommendation for faculty applicants when requested;
• Identify potential additional clinical sites and faculty for clerkships and electives when requested;
• Work in concert with the Vice Chair for Clinical Sciences and Education Directors to review curriculum for accuracy and appropriateness and suggest changes to the appropriate discipline specific Education Director;
• Address student concerns, such as grade appeals after other attempts to address concerns are unsuccessful;
• Attend in person or by teleconference the Faculty Executive Committee meetings;
• Serve as specialty advisor for students interested in radiology;
• Serve as M2 radiology elective director;
• Other duties as assigned by the Executive Chair of Clinical Sciences Department.

Conditions of Employment

• Must achieve satisfactory results from a background check

Required Education & Experience

• Doctor of Medicine MD, or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine DO (with Board Certification in his/her specialty if involved in the practice plan)
• Three or more years clinical patient care experience in his/her specialty
• Experience managing professionals in a complex organization
• Proven experience in management of multiple initiatives and multiple sites
• Academic faculty status at allopathic or osteopathic medical school
• Must achieve a background check clearance

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Understanding of educational pedagogy as it relates to the clinical sciences
• Demonstrated creative problem solver, with ability to innovative and build consensus around proposed solutions
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with proficiency in the use of social networking technology
• Proven ability to work as a partner with a variety of constituents
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Outgoing personality with proven ability to advocate for change

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with LCME, ACGME and/or other relevant accrediting bodies

Typical Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Selected candidate must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

EOE/VETERANS/DISABLED