Dermatologist

Medical Director And Division Chief Of DermatologyMaineHealth is seeking a Medical Director and Division Chief of Dermatology to lead the dermatology program in Portland, Maine. This integrated leadership role provides academic, clinical and administrative oversight for dermatology services across the health system and supports MaineHealth's tripartite mission of clinical excellence, education and research. The Division Chief will play a key role in defining the strategic direction of dermatology at MaineHealth. This position will dually report to the Senior Medical Director of Medical Specialties and the Chair of the Department of Medicine.The Division of Dermatology provides comprehensive dermatologic care for patients across the state of Maine and northern New England, including general and complex medical dermatology, procedural dermatology, dermatologic surgery, inpatient and consultative dermatology services and collaborative care with oncology, rheumatology, primary care and other specialties.This leadership position offers:Teaching and mentoring of medical students, residents and fellows, as applicable, through the Maine Medical Center–Tufts University School of Medicine educational programsAcademic appointment at Tufts University School of Medicine, commensurate with experience and qualificationsA team-based, collaborative care model within an integrated academic health systemCompetitive compensation and benefits package including relocation assistance, paid time off, CME, malpractice insurance, medical, dental, vision, life/disability coverage and moreQualifications:MD or DO from an accredited medical schoolFellowship trained in DermatologyBoard Certified in DermatologyDemonstrated prior leadership experience (division, section, program, or medical directorship)Excellent communication, collaboration and organizational leadership skillsAcademic Leadership Responsibilities:Collaboration with Graduate Medical Education and Undergraduate Medical Education leadership and Department Chairs to support all aspects of dermatology education for medical students, residents and fellowsOversight of dermatology teaching activities, including clinical teaching, didactic curricula, simulation-based education, electives and medical grand roundsParticipation in initiatives to support an optimal clinical learning environment, aligned with ACGME standardsPromotion of faculty engagement in MaineHealth's clinical, educational and research missions, including recruitment, development, mentorship and academic advancementCollaboration with MaineHealth research leadership to support and mentor clinical, translational and health-services research relevant to dermatologyClinical Leadership Responsibilities:Oversight and advancement of high-quality, patient-centered dermatologic care across ambulatory and inpatient settingsLeadership in the development and implementation of innovative care models, clinical pathways and quality-improvement initiatives in dermatologyCollaboration with Department of Medicine leadership, service lines and operational partners to develop and maintain clinical policies, practice guidelines and performance-improvement initiativesAcceptance of accountability for objectives aligned with MaineHealth's Strategic Plan and service line goalsAdministrative and Operational Leadership Responsibilities:Participation in ongoing professional practice evaluation (OPPE) and focused professional practice evaluation (FPPE) processesLeadership in faculty and advanced practice provider recruitment, onboarding, engagement, development and retentionSupport for division members' participation in regional and national professional societies, leadership development programs and academic promotionAttendance and participation in meetings and workgroups necessary to fulfill academic, clinical and administrative responsibilitiesFor questions, please contact Maggie McGauley, Executive Recruiter, at View email address on click.appcast.io, Maine, situated on the Maine coast, Portland offers the best of urban sophistication combined with small-town friendliness. The area provides four season recreational opportunities and miles of beautiful beaches. Just two hours north of Boston, this is an exceptionally diverse and vibrant community. Portland is consistently voted one of the top spots in America to raise a family.MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, "Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America." MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies and more than 2,000 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 24,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. MaineHealth offers a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive and competitive benefits, along with programs and resources to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.