Opportunity

SBH Health System, a mission-driven community-based academic health system serving the Bronx for nearly 160 years, seeks an influential leader to serve as its next Chair of Surgery.

This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a diverse and talented surgical team at one of New York City’s leading safety-net hospitals with a strong teaching and community mission that values excellence and integrity. SBH operates a 422-bed hospital, a Level II Trauma Center and multiple ambulatory sites, providing comprehensive care across 70 specialties to one of New York City’s most diverse and dynamic populations. SBH’s surgical services cover all operative needs from elective to trauma to surgical ICU. The Chair oversees 18 surgical divisions – including general surgery, trauma, neurosurgery, orthopedic, vascular, thoracic, plastic, ENT, and bariatric surgery amongst others – while advancing SBH’s teaching mission.

Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer, this physician executive will be part of a collaborative executive team with a strong institutional commitment to innovation and population health. The ideal candidate brings a track record of strong clinical leadership, trauma center experience (to manage essential 24-hour coverage as well as oversee accreditation and continuing education requirements), program development, and academic achievement, with a commitment to underserved communities. The Chair:

• Plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of surgical services, driving quality outcomes and fostering strategic service line growth.
• Will be viewed by surgeons and stakeholders as an influential advocate for balancing the clinical, social, and teaching missions of SBH.
• Leads physician collaboration and recruitment.
• Expands partnerships with area hospitals and relationships with community providers to build and maintain SBH’s reputation as a surgical referral center of choice.

This position offers the rare chance to make a lasting impact on health equity and patient care in an underserved urban community. With affiliations with the CUNY School of Medicine and the NY College of Osteopathic Medicine, SBH is committed to educating the next generation of physicians and advancing health equity through innovation and partnership.

Position Summary

SBH Health System seeks a visionary and collaborative Chair of the Department of Surgery to lead a dynamic team dedicated to clinical excellence, education, and community service. The Chair will oversee all surgical services, including General Surgery, Trauma, Vascular, Thoracic, Plastic, and Bariatric Surgery, ensuring the delivery of safe, efficient, and high-quality care across inpatient and outpatient settings. The successful candidate will bring a track record of strong clinical leadership, program development, and academic achievement, with a passion for serving underserved communities.

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for all surgical divisions and programs.
• Ensure the highest standards of patient safety, quality, and outcomes across surgical services.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop a talented and diverse surgical team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and professional growth.
• Strengthen the Department’s academic mission through research, publications, and active involvement in medical education and residency training. Advance the general surgery and surgical sub-specialty programs sponsored by SBH and collaborate with other Chairs to ensure that SBH maintains accreditation from the ACGME and its Residency Review Committee.
• Collaborate effectively with hospital administration, nursing, and other departments to advance multidisciplinary initiatives and operational performance.
• Ensure continued strong relationships with community providers. Expand relationships with external community providers and partner organizations for trauma coverage requirements.
• Promote SBH’s reputation as a surgical referral center of choice. Perform outreach to community physicians and practices and seek opportunities to promote the program and the broader benefits SBH provides to patients and to the community.
• Drive growth in surgical volume, service lines, and partnerships aligned with SBH’s strategic plan consistent with market needs and financial feasibility.
• Stay abreast of New York State regulations and accreditation requirements.
• Understand and respond to the health needs of the community through education, advocacy, partnerships, and program development.
• Ensure that ACS Level II Trauma designation is maintained.
• Perform patient procedures on a part-time (estimated 20% clinical FTE) basis.

Position Requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution required.
• Active Board Certification in Surgery and/or relevant surgical subspecialty required.
• Eligible for medical licensure in New York State.
• Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive leadership experience in an academic or teaching hospital environment.
• Demonstrated success in clinical operations, quality improvement, and faculty development.
• Commitment to health equity and improving care in underserved urban communities.
• High emotional and social intelligence to build effective, collaborative relationships with the surgical team and with community partners.

Compensation

An attractive compensation, benefits, and relocation package will be offered in the range of $650,000 to $800,000 commensurate with the candidate’s experience and specialty of practice.