Division Chief for Critical Care Anesthesia - Anesthesiology, McGovern Medical School

The Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care, and Pain Medicine at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston is seeking an accomplished academic leader to serve as Division Chief for Critical Care Anesthesia. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of critical care delivery, education, and research within a leading academic medical center. The Division Chief will oversee clinical operations, faculty development, ICU and hospital partnerships, and educational programs, while advancing the division’s academic mission and strategic goals. Reporting directly to the Chair and Executive Vice Chair of the department, the Division Chief represents the division at the departmental, hospital, and university levels.

Position Key Accountabilities:
 

• Clinical Leadership & Operations
   
  • Ensure excellence in patient care through oversight of high-quality, evidence-based critical care services across all affiliated clinical sites.
     
  • Direct clinical operations of the division, including staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation to maintain optimal clinical coverage and efficiency.
     
  • Develop and implement policies that promote safety, quality, and consistency in care delivery.
     
  • Foster interdisciplinary collaboration with nursing, surgical, and procedural teams to ensure seamless patient transitions and comprehensive treatment plans.
     
• Faculty & Staff Development
   
  • Lead faculty recruitment and retention efforts in the division.
     
  • Mentor and support faculty and fellows, providing career development and leadership growth while promoting academic productivity.
     
  • Conduct annual performance reviews for section members to ensure performance standards are met and support continuous improvement.
     
• Education & Research
   
  • Oversee and enhance educational programs for medical students, residents, and fellows, ensuring alignment with institutional standards and accreditation requirements.
     
  • Promote research and scholarly initiatives, encouraging and supporting faculty research endeavors, and contributing to the advancement of critical care knowledge.
     
• Administration & Strategic Planning
   
  • Represent the division in hospital, university, and departmental committees and in strategic planning processes.
     
  • Collaborate with institutional stakeholders to achieve organizational goals and adapt to changes in healthcare needs.
     

  • Lead quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency within the division.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO with dual board certification in Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine.
   
• Eligibility for medical licensure in the state of Texas.
   
• Demonstrated leadership experience in academic medicine, with a strong record of clinical excellence, teaching, research, and scholarly achievement.
   
• Title or experience commensurate with a rank of Associate Professor or Professor

Leadership Qualities:

• Visionary Leadership: Ability to set a clear strategic direction and inspire others to achieve shared goals.
   
• Collaborative Spirit: Skilled in building consensus and fostering partnerships across disciplines and institutions.
   
• Academic Excellence: A strong record of scholarly achievement and commitment to advancing the academic mission.
   
• Mentorship & Team Building: Proven success in mentoring faculty and cultivating a culture of inclusion, growth, and accountability.
   
• Operational Acumen: Experience managing complex clinical environments with a focus on quality, safety, and efficiency.
   
• Adaptability & Innovation: Capacity to lead through change and drive innovation in response to evolving healthcare landscapes.