Campus Chief of Surgery, Riddle Hospital, Main Line Health System
Riddle Hospital is seeking a dynamic Campus Chief of Surgery to partner with Campus Chief of Anesthesiology and Director of Nursing to oversee the professional and clinical operations of surgical services. The triadic leadership team will ensure that uniform and excellent standards of care are met, operating room efficiencies are optimized and systemwide surgical services initiatives are implemented. The Campus Chief of Surgery works in close partnership with the Campus Vice President of Medical Affairs and under the direction of the MLH Chairman of Surgery to assess the clinical practice of surgery at Riddle and identify needs on the Campus. The Chief will facilitate resolution of operational issues as well as support undergraduate and graduate surgical education. The Chief will maintain a clinical practice with call responsibilities; the administrative duties are a 25 % appointment.
Applicants must be board certified. We are seeking a surgeon with expertise in general, colorectal or oncology surgery; minimally invasive skills including robotics are essential. In addition to clinical excellence, the ideal candidate must have excellent communication, organization and relationship building skills. The physician will be employed by Main Line HealthCare, a network of multi-specialty physician practices. Main Line Health offers a competitive salary with incentives, and a competitive benefit package, including medical insurance, CME, vacation, pension plan, and 403B plan.
About Riddle Hospital
Riddle Hospital, a member of Main Line Health, is a 183 licensed bed, not-for-profit acute-care hospital dedicated to helping the community stay well ahead on the path to lifelong health. Riddle Hospital is conveniently located in Media, outside of Philadelphia, PA. The hospital offers a full range of health care services including maternity services, orthopaedic and cardiovascular care. All of our services are aided by a dedicated team of health care professionals and advanced technology.
Riddle Hospital's Campus Master Plan will mark the most significant facility improvement in its existence and among the largest capital investments in Main Line Health history. The modernization project will include a new patient pavilion, 10 modern new surgical suites as well as renovations to existing care units and support areas and will also include new parking. Once completed in 2024, the hospital will be equipped with all private patient rooms, contemporary facilities and advanced technology to support the evolving needs of the community.?
Having received numerous accolades and awards, Riddle Hospital has been nationally recognized by ratings organizations for its high quality patient care. The hospital has been recognized by The Joint Commission, the nation's premier health care accrediting organization, on key quality measures. Additionally, Riddle has received awards from HealthGrades for its maternity services, and the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care for consistent and quality cardiac care.
Riddle Hospital is committed to providing the services and health care our community needs to take charge of their health and make the right decisions for themselves and their families. When Samuel Riddle—noted sportsman and Delaware County native—left in trust the land and financial support to build a hospital, our mission to provide quality health care to our community began. More than fifty years later, we remain steadfast in this commitment.
Founded in 1985, Main Line Health (MLH) is a not-for-profit health system serving portions of Philadelphia and its western suburbs. At its core are four of the region’s respected acute care hospitals—Lankenau Medical Center, Bryn Mawr Hospital, Paoli Hospital and Riddle Hospital—as well as one of the nation’s premier facilities for rehabilitative medicine, Bryn Mawr Rehabilitation Hospital; Mirmont Treatment Center for drug and alcohol recovery; and Main Line Health HomeCare & Hospice, a home health service. Main Line Health also consists of Main Line HealthCare, one of the region’s largest multi-specialty physician networks, and the Lankenau Institute for Medical Research, a non-profit biomedical research organization located on the campus of Lankenau Medical Center. Main Line Health is also comprised of five outpatient health centers located in Broomall, Collegeville, Exton, Concordville and Newtown Square.
Main Line Health Hospitals, with more than 10,000 employees and 2,000 physicians, are the recipients of numerous awards for quality care and service, including System Magnet® designation, the nation’s highest distinction for nursing excellence, and being named among the n...ation’s best employers by Forbes magazine. Main Line Health is among the area’s leaders in medicine, providing advanced patient-centered care, education and research to help our community stay healthy. To learn more, visit mainlinehealth.org.
