Chief Operating Officer, Department of Surgery Job at Solomon Page, Charlottesville, VA

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  • Solomon Page
  • Charlottesville, VA

Job Description

Solomon Page has been retained to conduct a nationwide search for a Chief Operating Officer, Department of Surgery of a large Academic Medical Center in Virginia. This COO will serve as the administrative leader and strategic partner to the Chair of the department. Individuals considered for this position should be experienced leaders in academic clinical environments with exceptional skills in strategy development, financial and human resources management, and change management, and should demonstrate a collaborative and innovative focus. The Department of Surgery is comprised of 8 divisions of surgical subspecialties, 7 resident and fellow training programs, and a broad research portfolio supported by federal, industry, and philanthropic funding.

The position requires an individual who has demonstrated the ability to successfully deliver:

  • Strategic Leadership: Acts as a strategic partner to the Chair, Dean, and Health System leadership to drive the vision of the department, School of Medicine, and Health system; develops and executes strategies that advance innovation, financial sustainability, and academic and clinical excellence.
  • Culture & Team Development: Leads the development of a high-performing, collaborative administrative team; fosters a culture of accountability, innovation, equity, and continuous improvement.
  • Analytics & Data Strategy: Builds analytic capabilities and dashboards that enable data-driven decisions; tracks performance metrics across clinical, research, education, and financial missions, and ensures transparent reporting.
  • External Representation: Represents the Department in negotiations, institutional committees, and national associations; cultivates partnerships that enhance resources and visibility and aligns departmental goals with institutional priorities.
  • Innovation & Growth: Identifies and implements growth strategies including new clinical programs, interdisciplinary initiatives, and digital health solutions; partners with institutional and development offices on philanthropic priorities.

Required Qualifications:

  • Priority will be given to candidates with an advanced degree in business or healthcare administration and at least 5 to 7 years of progressive experience in academic healthcare, preferably with responsibilities that include oversight of clinical operations, financial management, human resources, medical education, and research compliance.

This role offers an opportunity to advance the department’s mission of excellence in surgical care, education, and discovery within one of the nation’s leading academic health systems. Compensation will be aligned with AAMC benchmarks and will include a competitive base salary, incentive bonus opportunity, and a comprehensive benefits package.

If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.

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Our teams, comprised of subject matter experts, develop an interest in your preferences and goals and we act as an advisor for your career advancement. Solomon Page has an extensive network of established clients which allows us to present opportunities that are well-suited to your respective goals and needs – this specialized approach sets us apart in the industries we serve.

About Solomon Page

Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook , and LinkedIn .

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