Ultrasound Director Opportunity in Nashville, TN Job Listing at Envision Physician Services in Nashville, TN (Job ID JO000023421)

Description

This position is responsible for the development and implementation of the curriculum, instructional methodologies, and evaluation of ultrasound clinical and didactic education provided to residents.

The Emergency Medicine core faculty provide instruction and evaluation of resident physicians as required to meet the educational objectives of the program and to assure supervised participation of resident physicians in clinical care at a level appropriate to their training and experience. The faculty are selected based on qualifications, expertise in their field of practice, commitment, and desire to function as a teacher and clinical supervisor. Faculty must be qualified by training and experience to perform this role and be proficient in their areas of practice.

Qualifications:

• The Ultrasound Director must possess the requisite specialty expertise and competence in clinical care and teaching abilities, as well as documented educational and administrative abilities and experience in their field
• At least two years of experience as a core faculty member of an ACGME accredited Emergency Medicine Residency is desirable.
• Leadership capabilities including excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Additional training, experience, and certification in ultrasound is required
• Documented track record of publication in scientific per-reviewed journals or other publications.
• Current certification in the specialty by the American Board of Emergency, or possess qualifications judged to be acceptable by the Program Director, Designated Institutional Official, and Graduate Medical Education Committee.
• Be appointed in good standing to the medical staff of TriStar Skyline Medical Center and must have an unrestricted license to practice medicine issued by the State of Tennessee.
• Must have an appropriate faculty appointment in the medical school.

Reporting Relationships

• The Ultrasound Director reports to the Program Director of the Emergency Medicine Residency Program

Specific Responsibilities:

1. Develop, maintain and improve the emergency medicine ultrasound curriculum based on current national standards and best practices, as well as anticipated changes in technology and utilization.
2. Develop, maintain and improve the quality assurance process for the review of ultrasound studies performed in the emergency department by residents and faculty.
3. Develop ultrasound research initiatives.
4. Direct the Emergency Medicine Ultrasound Rotation.
5. Evaluate resident competency in the utilization and clinical interpretation of ultrasound studies.
6. Liaison with the Department of Radiology.

Postion Profile:

• 67,000 annual patient vistis
• Level I Trauma Designation
• Stellar subspecialty backup coverage
• Hospital medicine and intensivist programs

TriStar Skyline Medical Center has recently been recognized for excellence in quality by receiving the Leapfrog Group “A” Hospital Safety Score. Recognized nationally for its neuroscience services, it was the first hospital in Tennessee to earn "Primary Stroke Center" certification from the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. Part of the TriStar Family of Hospitals, TriStar Skyline is also known for its cardiology, oncology, orthopedics/spine, rehabilitation and emergency services. As an Accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI, TriStar Skyline is a leading provider of emergency heart care for people throughout Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky.­

Downtown Nashville features a diverse assortment of entertainment, dining, cultural and architectural attractions. The Broadway and 2nd Avenue areas feature entertainment venues, night clubs and an assortment of restaurants. Perhaps the biggest factor in drawing visitors to Nashville is its association with country music. Major attractions include the Grand Ole Opry and the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.

Envision Physician Services is a dynamic physician- and clinician-led medical group that has been offering exceptional career opportunities for more than 60 years. With our national network of clinicians who are committed to delivering high-quality care, Envision Physician Services is nationally recognized for delivering clinical excellence supported by innovation, integration and exceptional leadership.

Candidates considering becoming a teammate at Envision Physician Services will find full-time, part-time and independent contractor opportunities available in a variety of community types, from rural and underserved communities to major metropolitan areas; practice settings, from small hospitals to academic health systems; and job levels, from entry level to senior management. Envision teammates also benefit from the following resources:

• Strong leadership at local, regional and national levels
• Exceptional quality of practice backed by comprehensive support services
• Optimal care teams with flexible and equitable scheduling options
• A-rated professional liability insurance
• Extensive variety of practice settings coast-to-coast
• Competitive compensation, including several benefit options
• Opportunities for professional development, mentoring and career advancement
• Clinician mental health and well-being support
• Comprehensive education and training on leadership, management and clinical best practices, including a wide variety of CME programs
• Clinical and scientific research opportunities

*Benefits vary by division, clinical specialty and employment status.

Envision Physician Services is a leading national medical group, delivering care when and where it's needed most. Our team of clinicians specializes in anesthesiology, emergency medicine, hospital medicine, radiology, surgery and women's and children's care. Together, we care for more than 29 million patients a year and support healthcare partners at 1,400 clinical departments across the nation.

As a part of Envision Healthcare, we are making a meaningful difference in patients' lives and driving innovations that improve the delivery of care and the health of communities in every corner of America. We treat patients through more than 16 million emergency department and inpatient encounters, support the delivery of more than 144,000 babies, conduct more than 8 million radiology reads and provide more than 2.4 million anesthesia cases each year.

We are focused on protecting and empowering clinicians so they can focus on what matters most – caring for patients. We do this by providing mental health and well-being resources, administrative support, clinical best practices, clinical research opportunities, leadership coaching and more. Our unique structure enables us to develop local practices that support clinicians with regionally-based clinical leaders and operational expertise from our expansive nationwide network.

Each Envision partner facility or health system has its own unique culture, but all of our sites recruit and hire clinicians who share the group's core values of being patient-focused, team-oriented and caregiver-inspired.

Envision Physician Services values the diverse perspectives and experiences of our teams. We recognize that through our collective expertise, we can improve the delivery of care for patients and clinicians. Learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion here and how we are supporting clinician wellness here. We are proud to be an EOE/AA employer.