Summary
Physician Executive of the Neuromusculoskeletal (NMSK) Service Line
The Opportunity
MetroHealth seeks a nationally respected, dynamic Board-Certified Physician leader as the new Physician Executive of the Neuromusculoskeletal (NMSK) Service Line.
The Physician Executive of the NMSK Service Line will be responsible for the development of strategy and identification, implementation, and execution of tactics resulting in service line development and growth, patient access, value and quality throughout the MetroHealth System. The scope of NMSK includes over 110 clinicians, over 25 residents and fellows and over 200,000 patient visits and 6700 surgeries annually in the areas of Neurology, Neurological Critical Care, Neurosurgery, the Pain and Healing Center, Orthopedics, Spine Surgery, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy and Podiatry. The service line boasts the state’s top ranked Rehabilitation Institute.
The Ideal Candidate
Qualified candidates will be Board Certified in one of the above outlined clinical areas and eligible for an Ohio license, have a distinguished record of clinical and leadership experience and skill in managing and carrying out initiatives in a mission oriented and matrixed organizational environment. The candidate must be qualified for a faculty appointment with Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and be currently at an Associate Professor or Professor rank. The successful candidate will be an experienced leader with at least 2 years of experience leading a clinical enterprise, including budget preparation and management. An advanced degree, MBA/ MPH is preferred. Progressive management experience in multispecialty group practice environments, especially in academic health care is preferred.
Education/Certifications
- Medical Degree (or equivalent) from an accredited medical school
- Board Certification or Board Eligible in Neurology, Neurological Critical Care, Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Spine Surgery, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy or Podiatry
- Ability to obtain an unrestricted Ohio license as Physician
- Eligible for faculty appointment at an Associate Professor or Professor rank with Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
The Organization
The MetroHealth System a nationally ranked non-profit, public health care system – is one of the largest, most comprehensive healthcare providers in Northeast Ohio, serving the medical needs of the Greater Cleveland community since 1837. Leadership is demonstrating collaboration, innovation, and singular ambition in their approach to each of the institution’s missions at a time when MetroHealth has never been more aligned and integrated, as reflected in outstanding clinical growth and financial success.
As an academic medical center, MetroHealth is committed to research and to teaching and training tomorrow’s caregivers. Each active staff physician holds a faculty appointment at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine.
The Region
Cleveland offers a diverse economy and abundance of culture with a cost of living 21% lower than the national average. Cleveland and the surrounding suburbs provide affordable housing, charming neighborhoods, easy commutes, excellent public and private schools, outstanding restaurants, and expansive public park system. Cleveland is the home of the 2nd largest Theatre district, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, renowned Cleveland Orchestra and one of the world’s leading Art museums. Cleveland is home to 3 major league sports teams: Cleveland Browns, Cavaliers and Indians. Recognized as a city with a heart: according to Charity Navigator, Cleveland is the 10th most philanthropic city in the nation.