Section Chief Neurocritical Care

Overview

Section Chief of Neurocritical Care - Department of Neurology
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
Lebanon, NH

The Department of Neurology at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center (DHMC), located in northern New England, is searching for a dynamic physician to become the new Section Chief of Neurocritical Care. The new Section Chief will lead Neurocritical Care's clinical and research operations. The Section Chief will lead a diverse group of physicians and advanced practice providers to provide state-of-the-art patient care, advance novel research, and train the next generation of clinicians.

The role includes clinical, administrative, and research/education activities, varying based on the candidate’s background.

The Section Chief of Neurocritical Care is the physician member of the Section leadership team, which also includes the Practice Manager and the Nurse Manager. This team is responsible for the overall direction, operation, and management of the Section in alignment with its operational, educational, and research missions, which align with the Department of Neurology, Dartmouth Health, and the Geisel School of Medicine.

As a leadership team, they create a work environment of mutual respect and psychological safety, based on a shared purpose. The Section Chief serves as a physician role model of expert, compassionate, and high-value clinical care, effective teaching of learners at all levels, and respectful and inclusive relationships with interprofessional colleagues within the Section and throughout the Organization. The Section Chief is appointed by, reports to, and serves at the discretion of the Department Chair.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced physician in the areas of research, clinical care, practice management, teaching, and mentoring faculty members. We are seeking a dynamic and inclusive leader for our engaged providers and support staff as they continue to optimize the quality and efficiency of our team-based services. Dartmouth Health is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive group of faculty, staff, and trainees to meet the needs of our community and patient populations.

We are especially interested in applicants who can work effectively with and care for individuals from all backgrounds, including but not limited to racial and ethnic minorities, women, individuals who identify with LGBTQ+ communities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals from lower income backgrounds. Applicants are invited to state in their cover letter how their professional and/or life experiences prepare them to advance Dartmouth Health’s commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion.