Physician – Radiology, Vice Chair – Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (Open Rank/Track Faculty)

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Job Title:
Physician – Radiology, Vice Chair – Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (Open Rank/Track Faculty)

Department:

The Department of Radiology at The Ohio State University is seeking a Vice Chair of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I). Academic rank and track commensurate with academic record and experience.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Department Chair and building upon a robust DE&I infrastructure in the Department, this Vice Chair will provide vision and leadership in promoting and advancing a departmental culture that fully values, supports, and understands diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and its importance in providing the best possible patient care. This leader will report to the Chair of the Department of Radiology and will work closely with the Chair and Radiology Department leadership teams, the College of Medicine (COM) Associate Dean for Diversity and Inclusion, the COM Vice Dean for Faculty Affairs, and other institutional leaders. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate cultural awareness, build trust and credibility, and collaborate with a wide variety of stakeholders to achieve operational goals.

Department/Division Overview

The Department of Radiology is rapidly growing, with expanded services at off-site imaging centers, renovations to our existing clinical spaces, and new spaces through the medical center strategic expansion project ($3+ Billion)

Main campus: NEW Construction of a state-of-the-art biomedical research tower, hospital inpatient tower, ambulatory center and Health Sciences building that will house the College of Medicine

Around the city: NEW Construction of 4 newly designed ambulatory care centers (2 of which are now open), in addition to, 16 established ambulatory care centers up and running today

The benefits of working for The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center:

• Competitive base salary with ample additional income opportunities
• Unmatched Retirement Benefits:
  • 14% employer match
  • Eligible to participate in 403(b) and 457(b) Supplemental Retirement Accounts
  • Increased retirement savings through Retirement Continuation Plan 415(m)
•  Exceptional health, vision, and dental benefits, including:
  • Health Reimbursement Account
  • Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
  • Family Building Assistance and Benefits
  • Lifestyle Spending Accounts
• Childcare Programs
• Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness and institutional support to fulfill requirements
• Tuition Assistance Plan covers, up to:
  • 10 credit hours per term for faculty and staff
  • 50% of a dependent’s fees per semester
• 11 Recognized Annual Holidays
• Annual Leave Accruals:
  • 120 hours of Sick Time
  • 176 hours of Vacation Time
• Generous CME allowance

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide vision and leadership, including planned programmatic goals, for DE&I initiatives across the department’s clinical, research, and teaching missions, aligning with departmental goals and the COM Strategic Plan.
• Work closely with faculty and staff search committees, residency and fellowship program leadership, and Department/Division leadership to provide effective strategies to address and mitigate bias in screening and selection processes, and to ensure diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our work and learning environment.
• Drive the development and implementation of new DE&I programs and activities that anticipate and meet Departmental needs. This includes keeping abreast of best practices and current trends and bringing that knowledge to inform program and policy development work.
• Collaborate with the COM, University, and other stakeholders, to ensure holistic, comprehensive programming, events, and resources for everyone in the Department.
• Support faculty and staff in concerns regarding discrimination and ensuring appropriate engagement with Human Resources and the OSU Office of Institutional Equity.
• Develop and monitor metrics applicable to the Department’s DE&I goals. This includes regularly assessing, both qualitatively and quantitatively, the productivity and success of programs, policies, and services. This individual will present periodic progress reports to Departmental and institutional leadership.
• Serve as a results-oriented catalyst for change throughout the Department, inspiring colleagues to achieve new levels of expertise, confidence, and productivity.
• Other special projects to be determined in consultation with the Chair and other Departmental and institutional leadership.

Requirements

• Candidates should hold an M.D., D.O., or Ph.D. (or equivalent to these degrees), and should be eligible for a faculty position within the Department of Radiology (OSU College of Medicine).
• Appointment rank and salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. 
• Ideal candidate will have experience in executing DE&I initiatives in radiology.
• Ideal candidate will have a collaborative, team-based leadership style, and the ability to build relationships and lead through influence.  

How to Apply
To be considered, please submit your application to Kam Carlberg.   Application materials must include cover letter and Curriculum Vita. All inquiries and nominations should be directed in confidence to: Kam Carlberg, Physician and Faculty Recruitment, [email protected]
 

Faculty Defined
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The Ohio State University College of Medicine
The Ohio State University College of Medicine, with more than 5,000 learners, is the only academic medical center in central Ohio. Ranked as the 28th Best Medical School – Research, 40th Best Medical School – Primary Care, and 13th Most Diverse Medical School by U.S. News & World Report , it is known nationwide for curricular innovation, pioneering research, and outstanding patient care at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. With more than 2,600 faculty members, the college comprises 20 clinical departments, eight basic science departments and a School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences.

The Wexner Medical Center
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center consists of The Ohio State University Health System, the College of Medicine, the Health Sciences Library and the Faculty Group Practice. The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is committed to providing world-class care. At the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, we’re proud to be celebrating our 31st consecutive year ranked in the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. This year, the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center has 10 nationally ranked specialties out of 15 and two selected as high performing. U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center as the top hospital in Columbus. The Wexner Medical Center is rated as high performing in 14 out of 20 common procedures and conditions, including abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, aortic valve surgery, heart attack, heart bypass surgery and heart failure.
The University
Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers and recently ranked No. 4 on Forbes ’ list of best U.S. employers for diversity. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

The Ohio State University’s Shared Values  include Excellence and Impact, Diversity and Innovation, Inclusion and Equity, Care and Compassion, and Integrity and Respect. Our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.
 

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Columbus, Ohio
Located in Ohio’s capital city, Ohio State’s Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and diverse metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here . In addition to  its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to Ohio State ATI in Wooster. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.

Location:
Twelfth Ave, 395 W (0356)

Position Type:
Regular

Shift:
First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.  A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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