Stroke Division Director - Physician - Department of Neurology, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University

Stroke Division Director

The Department of Neurology at Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University, is seeking a nationally recognized and visionary leader to serve as Director of the Stroke Division. This is an outstanding opportunity for an accomplished stroke neurologist to lead a dynamic, multidisciplinary team within a thriving academic health system committed to excellence in clinical care, research, and education.

Job Description

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for the Stroke Division, aligning with the department and health system's mission and goals.
• Develop and expand innovative clinical programs including telestroke, inpatient and outpatient stroke care, and stroke prevention initiatives.
• Foster a culture of excellence in research, with support to build clinical, translational, and health services research initiatives.
• Mentor and develop faculty, fellows, and residents, contributing to a strong academic environment.
• Collaborate with Jefferson Health leadership to enhance the reach and quality of stroke care across the health system, including comprehensive and primary stroke centers.
• Ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards, including Joint Commission certification requirements.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school; board-certified in Neurology with fellowship training in Vascular Neurology.
• Eligible for medical licensure in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• Minimum of 5 years post-fellowship experience in stroke care, with proven leadership in academic medicine.
• Strong record of clinical excellence, scholarly activity, and program development.
• Demonstrated success in leading multidisciplinary teams and mentoring faculty or trainees.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of academic and clinical work.

About Us:

Thomas Jefferson University is one of the nation's leading academic health centers. Its Sidney Kimmel Medical College is home to a distinguished faculty and a vibrant research enterprise. The Department of Neurology is nationally recognized for its innovative programs, including a robust stroke and cerebrovascular program integrated within the Jefferson Health Comprehensive Stroke Network, one of the largest in the region.

Work Shift

Workday Day (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Primary Location Address

901 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America