Job Description Summary
The MUSC College of Medicine is seeking a physician with appropriate clinical and academic interests and qualifications to provide outstanding clinical care while supporting the research and education missions of the college, who will also be a candidate for the administrative role of Integrated Center for Cellular Therapy (ICCT) Clinical Director. Faculty rank and home department will be determined based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. The selected individual will report to the relevant department chair and/or division chief for their faculty responsibilities, and the department chair/division chief will work with the faculty member to determine their departmental clinical and academic responsibilities for their 75-80% effort performing these activities.
Entity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Faculty
Cost Center
CC000962 COM DO ADMIN General Administration CC
Pay Rate Type
Salary
Pay Grade
University-00
Pay Range
0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
Job Description
In the administrative role of ICCT Clinical Director, the selected individual will partner with the ICCT SAO and Scientific Directors to lead clinical delivery and research activities for the Integrated Center for Cellular Therapy. This leader will be the subject matter expert and provide clinical expertise to the initiatives and goals for the ICCT. The Clinical Director will devote 20-25% effort to this administrative role, reporting directly to and serving at the pleasure of the CEO of the Charleston Division of MUSC Health in this capacity, and will be responsible for establishing clinical delivery goals while ensuring financial and operational performance targets are met. The role requires a collaborative mindset, innovative thinking, and a blend of clinical and business expertise. The Clinical Director and Scientific Directors will support the ICCT SAO in the day-to-day management of the ICCT, leading a team that includes physicians, advanced practice providers, administrators, and business managers. This leader will maintain a matrixed relationship with physician leaders across MUSC Health and chair the ICCT Advisory Board, which consists of Department Chairs, Division Chiefs, and other key stakeholders. The Clinical Director will play a crucial role in the governance framework of the ICCT, directing and influencing the business unit while being accountable for performance metrics. In addition to operational oversight, the Clinical Director will be responsible for developing a multi-year strategic plan that emphasizes innovation, research, and clinical delivery, aiming to position the ICCT as a national leader in Cellular Therapy. The role also involves managing team performance, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards, and fostering an environment conducive to education and research. The Clinical Director will lead initiatives to improve patient care and operational efficiency, while also engaging with external partners to enhance the center's clinical programs and funding opportunities.
ICCT Clinical Director Responsibilities
Establish clinical delivery goals and ensure achievement of financial and operational performance targets.
Oversee the integrated clinical delivery team, including physicians and advanced practice providers.
Collaborate with local, divisional, and organizational resources to achieve business goals.
Monitor throughput and resource needs for cellular therapy delivery.
Ensure compliance with MUSC policies and regulatory standards.
Lead performance improvement initiatives and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs).
Develop and maintain a multi-year strategic plan for the ICCT.
Engage with system leaders to develop relationships with referring providers and payors.
Facilitate annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
Job Specifications (Minimum requirements)
Board Certified Medical degree (MD, DO) required; additional graduate degree preferred.
7 years managerial experience in a leadership role to include 3-4 years of experience in a complex academic medical center environment.
Required Skills
Proven ability to lead a team and manage an integrated business unit.
Expert financial and people management skills, including P&L management and budgeting.
Strong communication skills to motivate and inspire teams.
Additional Job Description
Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)
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