Physician Surgery-Bariatric - Competitive Salary

The hiring institution is a nationally recognized academic medical center located in Jacksonville, Florida, renowned for its commitment to clinical excellence, groundbreaking research, and comprehensive patient care. This medical center stands out as a leading healthcare organization dedicated to advancing surgical disciplines through innovation, education, and multidisciplinary collaboration. The institution is well-equipped with state-of-the-art surgical technologies, robust research infrastructure, and a supportive academic environment that fosters professional growth and leadership development among its faculty and clinical staff.

This opportunity is for a full-time, permanent position serving as the Division Chair for the Advanced Gastrointestinal (GI) and Bariatric Surgery division within this prestigious academic setting. The role offers a unique blend of clinical, academic, and administrative leadership responsibilities aimed at driving the division's growth in clinical impact, research innovation, and educational excellence. It is tailored for an accomplished academic surgeon with a passion for advancing minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques, bariatric interventions, and integrating cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence into surgical practice.

As Division Chair, the incumbent will oversee and lead a multidisciplinary division that includes advanced GI and foregut surgery, bariatric surgery, abdominal wall reconstruction, acute care surgery, and wound care services. This leadership position encompasses administrative oversight of clinical operations, faculty recruitment and retention, academic program development, and financial stewardship to ensure sustainable growth and outstanding patient outcomes. The chairperson will work closely with other departments including gastroenterology, thoracic surgery, oncology, and bariatric medicine to strengthen collaborative efforts that enhance comprehensive patient care and innovative treatment modalities.

The role demands a strategic visionary who can develop and implement a long-term plan for the division’s expansion and elevation. Emphasis is placed on fostering innovation in surgical approaches, expanding care delivery beyond traditional settings, utilizing advanced data platforms for improved clinical pathways and operational efficiency, and supporting a robust research agenda focused on education, training, and thought leadership. Candidates are expected to be instrumental in advancing national reputation through scholarly activity and leadership in academic surgery.

The ideal candidate will hold board certification in general surgery, possess eligibility for medical licensure in Florida, and maintain an academic rank of Associate Professor or Professor. Recognized expertise in advanced GI, foregut surgery, bariatric surgery, or acute care surgery is essential, alongside demonstrated leadership experience within academic or large healthcare systems. The candidate should have a proven track record of scholarly achievements, national recognition, and an ability to mentor and develop faculty and trainees effectively.

This position offers competitive executive-level compensation complemented by a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, HSA/FSA options, a retirement plan, and strong institutional support for leadership development and program innovation. Located in coastal Jacksonville, Florida, the role provides an attractive lifestyle with access to beaches, outdoor recreational activities, a growing metropolitan area, and the advantage of no state income tax.

Overall, this Division Chair role represents a premier academic leadership opportunity for a surgical leader committed to clinical excellence, innovation, research advancement, and the holistic development of a high-impact surgical division within a top-tier academic medical center.