Chair, Department of Medicine Carilion Clinic | Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine

If you’re a physician leader who wants to shape the future of academic medicine while making a meaningful impact on patient care, education, and research, this is a rare opportunity to lead one of Virginia’s most comprehensive and respected Departments of Medicine.

At Carilion Clinic and Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine (VTCSOM), you’ll step into a role where your voice, vision, and leadership truly matter. Carilion Clinic places a strong emphasis on physician leadership as a core part of how it delivers care and runs the organization utilizing the dyad model: a physician + administrator partnership. Physicians in leadership roles provide care and are strategic decision-makers. VTCSOM engages chairs in shared governance of the medical school and the dean’s leadership team to inform policy and strategic decision-making

Why This Role Stands Out

As Chair of the Department of Medicine, you’ll lead the largest department within Carilion Clinic and VTCSOM—home to 14 subspecialties and more than 320 providers—and help define its next chapter of growth and innovation. You’ll have the platform to influence clinical excellence, expand research, and shape the training of future physicians through a close partnership with Virginia Tech and the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC.

The Chair’s academic leadership and management responsibilities include oversight of all departmental faculty activities and academic initiatives as shared priorities of Carilion Clinic (CC) and VTCSOM.  The Chair promotes faculty success, research and scholarship, and excellence in the clinical learning environment to exceed accreditation standards and enhance the national reputation of VTCSOM (MD degree) and CC (graduate medical education).

This is more than an administrative role—it’s a chance to:

• Drive strategy across a broad, high-performing clinical enterprise
• Advance a thriving academic mission in education and research
• Build and mentor a collaborative, multidisciplinary team
• Innovate within an integrated, patient-centered care model

About Carilion Clinic

Carilion Clinic is a nationally recognized, not-for-profit health system serving nearly one million Virginians. Its integrated clinic model connects hospitals, primary care, specialty practices, and the full continuum of care—bringing high-quality, coordinated services closer to home.

At the heart of the system is Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, a 703-bed, Level I Trauma Center and the academic flagship, supported by a strong network of community hospitals.

Your Impact

In this role, you will:

• Provide strategic, operational, and financial leadership across the Department of Medicine
• Shape the future of clinical services, research initiatives, and academic programs
• Foster a culture of transparency, collaboration, and excellence
• Partner across the health system and academic institutions to advance innovation

Who You Are

You are an accomplished physician leader who brings:

• A track record of clinical excellence and academic achievement
• Strong operational and leadership experience
• A collaborative, visible, and engaging leadership style
• A passion for developing people and advancing mission-driven care

Qualifications:

• MD or DO from an accredited institution
• ABIM Board Certification
• 10 yrs of Experience in Clinical / Operational / Academic Leadership

Life in Roanoke, Virginia

Roanoke offers the best of both worlds -professional opportunity and exceptional quality of life. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains at the southern end of the Shenandoah Valley, the region combines breathtaking outdoor recreation with a vibrant cultural scene.

You’ll enjoy:

• Hiking, biking, and water activities at nearby Smith Mountain Lake
• A lively arts and dining scene, including symphony, theater, and festivals
• Easy access to major travel hubs via Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport
• Excellent schools and universities

It’s no surprise Roanoke is often called one of the “best-kept secrets” on the East Coast.

Carilion Clinic’s culture and governance, emphasizing that Carilion is a physician-led organization with a strong academic mission, a highly collaborative and collegial culture, and a deep commitment to community, quality, and patient-centered care. Providers benefit from the stability and resources of a large integrated system while still enjoying the collegial atmosphere of a close-knit medical community.

One of Carilion’s greatest strengths is its academic partnership with Virginia Tech and the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, creating unique opportunities for physicians interested in teaching, mentorship, research, and program development. Faculty and providers also have access to the internationally recognized Fralin Biomedical Research Institute, supporting innovation and collaboration across specialties.

Physicians are supported by strong leadership, a robust GME infrastructure, and resources designed to encourage long-term professional growth. Whether providers are interested in academics, leadership, research, or purely clinical practice, Carilion offers flexibility and support to shape a rewarding career path.

The Roanoke area is another major draw for physicians and families alike. Often called the “Star City of the South,” Roanoke combines affordability, natural beauty, and an active lifestyle in a way that’s difficult to find in larger metro areas. The region offers:

• Easy access to the Blue Ridge Parkway and Appalachian Trail
• Endless outdoor recreation including hiking, biking, kayaking, and fishing
• Family-friendly neighborhoods and strong schools
• A growing downtown with restaurants, breweries, arts, and entertainment
• A lower cost of living with more space and less congestion than major cities

For physicians seeking a balance of academic opportunity, clinical excellence, supportive leadership, and exceptional quality of life, Carilion Clinic offers an outstanding place to build both a career and a home.