Division Chief Brain Medicine

Primary City/State:
Tempe Medical Center - 1500 S Mill Ave Tempe, AZ 85281
Category:
Physician Providers
Shift:
Day
Department:
Inpatient Psychiatry


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Responsibilities:

 JOB SUMMARY
The Division Chief of Brain Medicine provides strategic clinical and academic leadership for the HonorHealth Brain Medicine Division in partnership with the Arizona State University John Shufeldt School of Medicine and Medical Engineering. The Division focuses on innovative, mechanism-guided approaches that probe and modulate brain circuits to diagnose and treat neurological and psychiatric disorders, including transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), ketamine/esketamine-based treatments, neurodiagnostic technologies, and emerging brain-based therapeutics.

The Division Chief is responsible for developing and guiding the division's clinical and academic vision and, through oversight of relevant division leaders, advancing research and innovation, driving program growth, and ensuring excellence in quality, safety, patient experience, and outcomes. The leader will foster collaboration across clinical, operational, and academic teams to advance the shared mission of HonorHealth and the Arizona State University John Shufeldt School of Medicine and Medical Engineering in neuroscience and behavioral health.

Responsibilities and performance expectations will be aligned with the Division Chief's agreed allocation of effort across HonorHealth and Arizona State University, including protected effort for research, academic leadership, innovation, and program development.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Working collaboratively with division, operational, clinical, research, and academic leaders, the Division Chief provides leadership and oversight in the following areas:
Develop and guide execution of the strategic vision and long-term growth plan for the Brain Medicine Division.
Lead physician recruitment, retention, engagement, succession planning, and leadership development efforts within the Division.
Advance innovative and integrated models of care that improve patient access, outcomes, and experience.
Represent the division within HonorHealth, Arizona State University, medical staff, professional organizations, and community forums.
Partner with operational and administrative leaders to improve efficiency, productivity, quality, and service delivery.
Utilize data, evidence-based practices, and organizational priorities to guide measurable improvements in divisional clinical, operational, academic, and financial performance.
Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Work closely with leaders across neuroscience, behavioral health, research, education, and operations to advance the division's strategic objectives while maintaining the highest standards of patient care and professional excellence.

- Clinical Responsibilities
Develop, guide, and maintain standards for high-quality, evidence-based patient care.
Provide oversight for quality, patient safety, accreditation, and regulatory compliance in the Brain Medicine Division.
Provide leadership and oversight for the development and implementation of new clinical programs and services.
Promote multidisciplinary collaboration and coordinated care across the continuum.
Champion patient-centered care and clinical excellence.

- Operational and Financial Leadership
Collaborate with HonorHealth and Arizona State University leadership to develop and manage divisional budgets, resource allocation, workforce planning, productivity goals, access initiatives, and capital investments. Partner with finance and operations leaders to achieve sustainable growth, operational efficiency, and responsible stewardship of resources.
Additional responsibilities include:
Supporting business development and market growth strategies.
Monitoring and improving key operational and financial performance metrics.
Identifying opportunities to expand services and enhance patient access.
Collaborating with institutional leaders to align priorities with enterprise goals.
The Division Chief’s operational, financial, quality, and regulatory accountability will apply to programs, personnel, and budgets formally assigned to the Brain Medicine Division and will be accompanied by appropriate decision-making authority and administrative support. Material expansion of the Division Chief’s responsibilities or the scope of the Brain Medicine Division will be mutually agreed upon and accompanied by appropriate adjustments in authority, administrative support, resources, and/or allocation of effort.

- Academic and Research Leadership
In partnership with the Dean of the Arizona State University John Shufeldt School of Medicine and Medical Engineering, the Division Chief will provide leadership for the division's academic and research mission by:
Advancing clinical and translational research initiatives.
Promoting innovation in brain medicine and emerging neuropsychiatric therapies.
Supporting graduate medical education with appropriate resources, physician development, and faculty advancement.
Encouraging scholarly activity, publications, presentations, and academic collaboration.
Facilitating grant funding opportunities, clinical trials, and research partnerships.
Strengthening relationships with academic institutions, industry partners, and research organizations.

- People Leadership
Foster a culture of engagement, inclusion, accountability, and professional growth.
Mentor and develop physician, faculty, and advanced practice provider leaders.
Promote physician well-being and workforce engagement.
Provide coaching, performance feedback, and leadership development opportunities.
Support development of high-performing teams aligned with the division's mission and values.

- Reporting Relationships
The Division Chief reports jointly to:
The Physician Executive Director of the HonorHealth Bob Bové Neuroscience Institute and the President/Chief Medical Officer of HonorHealth Medical Group for clinical and operational responsibilities.
The chair of the department of clinical sciences of the Arizona State University John Shufeldt School of Medicine and Medical Engineering for academic and research responsibilities.
Annual goals, effort allocation, priorities, and performance evaluation will be established collaboratively among these leaders to ensure a unified set of expectations across the clinical, operational, academic, and research missions.

EDUCATION
- MD or DO degree from an accredited institution Required

EXPERIENCE
- , Minimum of five years of progressive clinical leadership experience Required

- , Demonstrated experience in program development, physician leadership, and operational management. Required
- , Academic leadership and/or advanced leadership training Preferred

- , Experience in neuroscience, behavioral health, neuromodulation, or related disciplines Preferred

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Physician - State Licensure - License, Unrestricted medical license, or ability to obtain licensure in Arizona. Required

- Board Certified Physician - Certification, in a relevant specialty. Required



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