The most extensive integrated healthcare system in Connecticut has an opening for a Chairperson of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology in our southwestern Connecticut location.

About the Organization:

• The Medical Center performs 1500 deliveries per year with a level 3a neonatal intensive care unit
• The unit caters to the diverse Fairfield County community and three groups of independent physicians
• We have a robust hospitalist program with advanced practitioner support
• There is 24-hour in-house Obstetrics, Pediatrics, and Anesthesia to support the patients
• 500 gynecologic procedures are performed annually, including gyn oncology and an urogynecology
• We are the primary teaching hospital for the Frank H. Netter School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University, teaching medical students and physician assistant students

About the Opportunity:

• The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and expertise in team building, programmatic development, and a commitment to quality and safety
• Strong Obstetrical skills are necessary
• Reporting to the Vice President of Medical Affairs, the Chair leads the Obstetrics & Gynecology department, overseeing the safety, quality, and service of the department, as well as the development of the Departmental plan, goals, and objectives
• The Chair is the primary teacher and site director for the OB/Gyn part of the Family Practice Residency Program and is the academic chairperson of the Department of OB/GYN at the Netter School of Medicine
• This position offers a robust salary plus incentives along with an attractive benefits package

Location/Community:

• Located on the scenic Connecticut seacoast within an hour of New York City
• Fairfield County offers some of the most top-ranked public schools in the nation
• Population of 148,000 people

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