Division Chief of Hospital Medicine at University of Texas, Tyler School of Medicine in Tyler, Texas

UT Tyler School of Medicine seeks an accomplished leader to serve as the inaugural Division Chief of Hospital Medicine. This individual will establish, lead, and expand the Division of Hospital Medicine, ensuring excellence in clinical care, education, and research. The Division Chief will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of hospital medicine within UT Health East Texas and fostering a culture of quality, collaboration, and academic excellence. 

About the Position:  

• Lead developing and implementing a strategic vision for the Division of Hospital Medicine.  Oversee the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care within hospital medicine.  Develop and implement quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.  Work with School of Medicine Tyler Administrative Team to ensure that hospitalist services at our flagship facility are highly collaborative and synergistic with Case Management, Nursing, Emergency Medicine, Palliative Care, and other departments.  Collaborate with Internal Medicine Residency leadership to promote a comprehensive educational program for residents and medical clerkship programs. 

Requirements:  

• An Ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of Hospitalist experience, including leadership experience  Board Certified in Internal Medicine  Hold an active Texas Medical License by start date 

Recruitment Package may include: 

- Base salary + w/RVU production incentive 
- CME allowance 
- Sign-on bonus 
- Medical debt assistance + Consultative services by Navigate Student Loans 
- Relocation allowance 
- Residency stipend 
- Paid malpractice coverage 
- Health benefits + Retirement plan 
- Marketing + practice growth assistance 

-Potential Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness program 

About UT Health East Texas: The UT Health East Texas system is comprised of 10 hospitals, more than 90 physician clinics, over 300 employed providers, 13 regional rehabilitation facilities, two freestanding emergency centers, regional home health services covering 41 counties, an EMS fleet of more than 45 ambulances and four helicopters, and a comprehensive seven-trauma center care network, including a Level 1 trauma center.  Our primary service area has a population of over 600,000.  

As a partner with the University of Texas System, UT Health East Texas is uniquely positioned to provide East Texas patients with access to leading-edge research and clinical therapies while training and educating the next generation of physicians and other health professionals. Graduate Medical Education is an integral component at UT Health East Texas and includes accredited residency programs in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Occupational Medicine, and Psychiatry.  The University of Texas also approved a medical school in Tyler, which welcomed its first class in 2023. 

About the Community: Tyler is centrally located in Northeast Texas, approximately half-way between Dallas and Shreveport, LA. It is the largest retail, medical, and business center in Upper East Texas. It is also known as the "Rose Capital of America." Tyler has highly-rated public and private schools and is home to The University of Texas at Tyler. From azaleas to zoos, Tyler provides many activities and attractions for the entire family and boasts an abundance of outdoor recreational offerings. Water enthusiasts will especially enjoy the proximity of Lake Palestine, Lake Tyler, and East Lake Tyler.