Chief Advanced Practice Provider - Department of Emergency Medicine

Boston Medical Center/ Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of MedicineDepartment of Emergency MedicineChief Advanced Practice ProviderThe Department of Emergency Medicine at Boston Medical Center (BMC)/Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine is seeking a Chief Advanced Practice Provider (APP). The Chief APP is a leadership position that represents the APP staff and provides oversight for all aspects of APP practice within the Department of Emergency Medicine. In addition, the Chief APP provides oversight and direction to the Lead APPs. Reporting directly to the Vice Chair of Clinical Affairs, the Chief APP as part of the clinical operations team works closely with the Medical Director of the ED to identify and execute strategic priorities, especially as it relates to the EM APP staff. The Chief APP works in collaboration with other leaders in the department including the Medical Director of Quality and Patient Safety, EM Residency Program Director, and ED Nursing leadership. The Chief Advanced Practice Provider is also responsible for the care of emergency department patients under the direction of the attending physicians and in accordance with the rules and regulations of Massachusetts governing an APP’s practice.Managerial Duties:•Serves as clinical resource for staff through consultation, formal and informal education, mentorship, review of literature and participation in seminars and conferences•Participate in the planning of the APP staff educational activities in the Department•Supervises assigned staff, including recruiting, hiring, and on-boarding. Ensures staff meets mandatory training and licensing requirements•Responsible for all annual performance reviews by applicable organization; BMC performance review; BMC OPPEs, BUSM Faculty Annual Review; all other mandatory compliance training•Prepares performance evaluations in conjunction with physician and/or department leadership.•Addresses behavioral issues and adverse interpersonal interactions involving the APP staff•Responsible for effective and efficient operations for area of oversight•Manages the process for schedules, PTO tracking, and coordinates with HR around related processes, and oversees the monthly APP and/or program staff (if applicable) clinic schedule for department coverage•Works closely with department/section leadership on initiatives and projects to improve workflows and patient care and to manage department expectations•Other duties as needed, which may include, but not limited to, education and research efforts, as defined by the departmentMinimum requirements: Graduate of an accredited APP program with a minimum of a Master’s degree; 5+ years of clinical experience in the emergency department; Strong preference will be given to candidates with 2+ years of progressive administrative responsibilities with proven record of leadership in a complex health care setting.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:•Mastery of clinical skills required•Sophisticated interpersonal skills necessary to work collaboratively with others, build trust, be approachable and maintain a positive and respectful attitude toward others and their ideas, foster a professional, equitable, and inclusive environment for all•Excellent communication skills (oral and written)•Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment, manage competing demands and to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events•Leadership ability to guide, direct, and mentor staff•Proficiency with standard Microsoft programs and hospital registration systems•Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality of all personal/health sensitive informationAbout Boston Medical Center:The Department of Emergency Medicine at BMC has over 40 faculty who practice in one of the busiest emergency departments in the country and teach in one of the most prestigious residency programs. The BMC EM APP program has over 20 APPs and continues to grow. The BMC EM residency program is a 4-year training program based in an urban, academic, Level-1 trauma center in the heart of Boston. It is the first program in the city and one of the oldest in the Northeast. We have an active research division with a particular focus on health equity, public health, trauma and violence, infectious diseases, substance use disorders, medical education, clinical operations, ultrasound, and EMS.BMC is steeped in its mission of providing consistently excellent and accessible health services to all in need. As the largest and busiest provider of trauma and emergency services in New England, the ED serves more than 130,000 patients annually. BMC is a not-for-profit, 514-bed, academic medical center that provides a comprehensive range of services in more than 70 areas of medical specialties and subspecialties. BMC attracts an extraordinary community of health care providers devoted to the proposition that every person deserves the best health care and EM plays a critical role providing an essential service to the community. The hospital is the primary teaching affiliate for Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine and APP students do clinical rotations in the ED.Applications: Required: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae.Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled or the search is closed.We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - applications from women, minority, and protected groups are strongly encouraged. BU conducts a background check on all final candidates for certain faculty and staff positions. The background check includes contacting the final candidate’s current and previous employer(s) to ask whether, in the last seven years, there has been a substantiated finding of misconduct violating that employer’s applicable sexual misconduct policies. To implement this process, the University requires a final candidate to complete and sign the form entitled “Authorization to Release Information” after execution of an offer letter.Please send application materials to:Brian J. Yun, MD, MBA, MPHVice Chair of Clinical Affairs, Department of Emergency Medicine1 BMC Place, BCD BuildingBoston, MA 02118Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Range:$140,500.00- $204,000.00This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being. NOTE: This range is based on Boston-area data, and is subject to modification based on geographic location.Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/VeteransAccording to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps” job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment. SummaryLocation: BostonType: Full time