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Pediatric Pulmonology Job in Detroit, Michigan

Division Chief of Pediatric Pulmonology opportunity at Children's Hospital of Michigan in Detroit

Company:Tenet Healthcare

Profession/Specialty:Pediatric Pulmonology

Location:Detroit, Michigan, United States

Job Type:Full-time, In-person, Permanent

Job Description

The Department of Pediatrics at Children’s Hospital of Michigan and Central Michigan University (CMU) invite applications and nominations for the position of Division Chief of Pediatric Pulmonology. Located in Detroit, Michigan. This prestigious role offers a visionary leader the opportunity to advance our clinical, educational, and research missions while guiding an established, comprehensive respiratory team. 

The Division of Pediatric Pulmonology features a robust clinical footprint, serving a large outpatient and inpatient pediatric pulmonary care. The division is staffed four board-certified pediatric pulmonologists and one physician assistant (PA).  The multidisciplinary team also included four dedicated nurses, a clinical social worker (SW), and a registered dietitian.  

 

The Pulmonary Medicine division has a Cystic Fibrosis Foundation accredited Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Center and has a close collaboration with the adult CF center at Harper University Hospital. Together, we are an active member of the national Cystic Fibrosis Therapeutics Development Network (TDN).  

 

Advanced Sleep Program: Features a high-volume, dynamic Sleep Center that includes a multidisciplinary sleep clinic and two dedicated pediatric sleep labs.  

 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Strategic Leadership: Provide administrative oversight, financial management, and strategic direction for the division and its specialized clinics. 
  • Clinical Excellence: Maintain and expand high-quality inpatient and outpatient pediatric pulmonary and sleep services. 
  • Academic Development: Mentor and support the professional growth of junior faculty, advanced practice providers, residents, and medical students under the academic framework of the CMU College of Medicine. 
  • Research Innovation: Foster clinical and translational research initiatives.  

 

Required Qualifications 

  • MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree. 
  • Board Certification in Pediatric Pulmonology is required. 
  • Board Certification in Sleep Medicine is preferred but not required. 
  • Eligibility for an unrestricted state medical license in Michigan. 
  • Academic credentials qualifying for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor  
  • Proven track record of academic accomplishment and leadership experience within a multidisciplinary environment. 

About the Community 

The Detroit metropolitan area is a vibrant and diverse region that offers a wealth of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities. With a rich automotive and musical history, the area also boasts a renowned Arts center (Detroit Institute of Arts), a major orchestra (Detroit Symphony Orchestra) and Opera House.   Residents enjoy a variety of top restaurants, venues for major sports teams as well as outdoor activities, including biking, hiking, and water sports, along the Detroit River and in the numerous surrounding lakes. The metro area is also home to several excellent schools and universities, making it an ideal place to live and work for families and professionals alike with an affordable cost-of-living. 

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