Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Micro-Vascular Surgeon (F76700)

Head & Neck Microvascular Surgeon (F76700)

Department of Otolaryngology

VCU Health, Richmond, VA

Mission or Goal of Unit

At the Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), we are dedicated to delivering cutting-edge clinical care while shaping the future of medicine. Our team passionately teaches and mentors medical students, observers, fellows, and residents, immersing them in both clinical and translational research.

We believe in fostering an environment that promotes professional growth for both our graduates and faculty. Our trainees gain invaluable clinical and research experiences, setting them up for successful careers, while our junior faculty receive the mentorship they need to thrive academically.

Diversity is at the heart of our mission. We are committed to enhancing the diversity of our faculty, staff, and students, ensuring a rich and inclusive community. Moreover, our faculty members are devoted to serving both their profession and the university community, embodying the spirit of service and excellence.

Chief Purpose of this position

The Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at (VCU) seeks a fellowship-trained Head and Neck Surgeon to join our growing academic practice who perform all aspects of ablative, robotic, and reconstructive surgery with tremendous opportunities for growth in all arms of the academic mission.

We are looking for a candidate with a demonstrated experience in head & neck oncologic surgery that has a track record of professional development and academic scholarship.

Resources and opportunities include:

• Multidisciplinary management of head & neck malignancies
• Multidisciplinary head & neck tumor boards
• This program is affiliated with the part of Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center at VCU, one of only two NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers in Virginia. Opportunities exist for inter-departmental collaboration and mentorship across the Oncology Service line

Position Responsibilities

Teaching – Faculty member will participate in the teaching of residents, medical students and other students & observers. Provide CME lectures for professionals. 

Research – Faculty member shall establish a reputation of excellence in clinical and/or translational research, with the expectation of publication in refereed journals and potential external funding. The development of interdisciplinary collaborations to enhance the research and clinical programs at VCU is expected. Mentoring of residents and students in their research. 

Service – Faculty member will serve on departmental, Health System and/or University committees as needed. Service in a professional capacity in their field in such areas of reviewer, external committee member, conference organizer, etc. are encouraged. 

Clinical – This is the area of primary focus as a clinical faculty MD. Faculty member will demonstrate excellence in provision of care and treatment of patients within the discipline. Faculty member will demonstrate responsibility toward growth of individual clinical practice and referral base. Faculty will participate in multi-disciplinary clinical endeavors. 

Other (for instance administrative duties, etc.) – Dependent on faculty rank and prior experience of selected candidate

Required Qualifications

• Board Certified/Eligible in Otolaryngology
• Fellowship trained in Head and Neck Oncologic and Reconstructive Surgery
• Licensed to practice medicine in the state of Virginia upon hire
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff and student environment or commitment to do so as a faculty member at Virginia commonwealth university.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong interest in teaching and research

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Richmond is centrally located in the Mid-Atlantic region along the East Coast. With easy access to Washington D.C., the Atlantic Ocean, and the Blue Ridge Mountains, this River City is consistently top ranked for its rich history, charm, lower cost of living, outdoor adventure, trendy restaurants, breweries, wineries, upscale shopping, and world class museums.

With the James River flowing through the heart of City and the mild climate, Richmonders take full advantage of the area’s events, public gardens, festivals, and athletic activities. The area boasts a wide variety of arts, culture and entertainment. Among the numerous historical landmarks, you will also find beautiful theaters, concert venues,  ballet, museums including the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond Children’s Museum, Science Museum of Virginia, and the Richmond International Raceway, to name a few.

Richmond has something for everyone. It’s family friendly, dog friendly, and there is never a shortage of things to do. Whether you want to live downtown, Church Hill, Shockoe Bottom, Forest Hill, The Fan, or the suburbs of the West End or Chesterfield County, each Richmond neighborhood is unique making it an attractively-sized and very livable city.

Welcome to VCU Health l MCV Physicians, the medical practice of the Virginia Commonwealth University Health System. As part of VCU’s School of Medicine, our physicians provide quality patient care services, teach the next generation of physicians, and conduct important research. VCU’s Massey Cancer Center is an NCI-designated Cancer Center and Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU Health is the region’s full-service children’s hospital.

We are over 900 physicians and 19 clinical departments providing services at various sites in Virginia, including VCU Medical Center — Richmond, VA – the region’s comprehensive Level 1 Trauma Center, verified in adult, pediatric, and burn trauma care. VCU Medical Center integrates hospitals, clinical care facilities, health sciences schools and medical research.

Our physician-driven, patient-centered care model reflects the values and vision of an outstanding integrated academic practice.

VCU Health has consistently ranked high in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals study in the state and metro Richmond area. Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU continues to expand inpatient and outpatient services, as well as the new Virginia Treatment Center for Children, opened in 2018, serving as a beacon of hope for families seeking mental health services. We are proud that VCU Health has twice achieved Magnet® designation.  We are honored to be recognized by Working Mother magazine’s “100 Best” for work/life balance and integration. Since 2006, the Greater Richmond Chamber of Commerce has consistently named VCU Health an Area Employer of Choice. You won’t find a more appreciative organization to work for, nor better people to work with.

Virginia Commonwealth University is an urban university with over 32,000 students located in Richmond, Virginia, two hours south of Washington D.C. As one of the nation’s top research universities it attracts more than $255 million a year in sponsored research funding. Twenty-seven VCU graduate and professional programs rank among the best in the nation in US News & World Report’s “America’s Best Graduate Schools.

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.