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As of Jun 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for chair pediatrics in the United States is $21.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by a Chair of Pediatrics, and how can they be addressed?

A Chair of Pediatrics often navigates challenges such as balancing administrative responsibilities with clinical and academic leadership, managing diverse faculty and staff, and ensuring high-quality patient care while fostering research and education. Effective Chairs prioritize clear communication, delegate appropriately, and cultivate a collaborative culture to address these challenges. Staying engaged with both hospital leadership and frontline staff helps anticipate issues and implement solutions, supporting both departmental growth and patient outcomes.

What are Chair Pediatrics?

A Chair of Pediatrics is a senior leadership position within a medical school or hospital, responsible for overseeing the pediatric department. This role involves managing faculty, guiding research initiatives, ensuring high-quality patient care, and developing educational programs for medical students and residents. The Chair also sets strategic goals for the department and represents pediatrics in institutional decision-making. They often balance administrative duties with clinical practice and academic responsibilities.

What is the difference between Chair Pediatrics vs Pediatric Department Head?

AspectChair PediatricsPediatric Department Head
CredentialsMedical degree, pediatric specialization, leadership experienceMedical degree, pediatric background, leadership skills
Work EnvironmentAcademic medical centers, universities, hospitalsHospitals, clinics, academic institutions
ResponsibilitiesOversees entire pediatrics department, strategic planning, researchManages department staff, clinical operations, patient care

The Chair Pediatrics typically holds a higher academic and leadership role, focusing on strategic direction and research, often within academic institutions. The Pediatric Department Head manages daily clinical operations and staff. Both roles require medical credentials and leadership skills, but the Chair Pediatrics usually has broader responsibilities in academia and research.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Chair of Pediatrics, and why are they important?

To excel as a Chair of Pediatrics, you need board certification in pediatrics, extensive clinical experience, and a strong academic background, often including leadership roles in medical education or research. Familiarity with hospital administration systems, electronic health records, and accreditation standards is typically required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, strategic vision, and the ability to mentor and inspire faculty are crucial soft skills for this leadership position. These competencies ensure effective departmental management, high-quality patient care, and advancement of pediatric education and research.
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Physician - Department Chair - Pediatrics - Midlands

Physician - Department Chair - Pediatrics - Midlands

Prisma Health

Columbia, SC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Prisma Health rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 339 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

373rd of 876 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.
Job Summary
The Department Chair is a member of Prisma Health System's senior leadership and as such has a shared responsibility for Prisma Health's overall performance. At the "System" level, the Chair helps establish and achieve annual and multi-year goals. At Prisma Health, the Chair is responsible for creating and advancing interdepartmental collaboratives that drive performance of the System goals and Prisma Health priorities. At the Department level, is responsible for organizing, developing, and aligning the department to be a positive contributor to the System by advancing clinical, academic, and medical staff activities.
Accountabilities
  • Participates in System strategic planning through appropriate forums.
  • Establishes and integrates Department goals and budgets.
  • Leads and develops Department Vice Chairs and Department leadership.
  • Recruits and retains exceptional talent, working with Division Chiefs or Medical Directors (where existing).
  • Leads the Department peer review process and departmental physician specific interventions, including counseling, coaching, mentoring, and disciplinary action, working with Vice Chair of Medical Staff Affairs and Division Chiefs or Medical Directors (where existing), as appropriate. Seeks performance input from VP of Quality and Safety, Chief of Medical Staff Affairs, Department Vice Chairs, and Division Chiefs, as appropriate.
  • Manages Department within approved budgets.
  • Establishes and cultivates an internal, regional, and national reputation for the Department and Prisma Health.
  • Drives Departmental and System pillar results.
  • Promotes clinical integration within Department, across Prisma Health, and throughout the region.
  • Builds coalitions with internal and external stakeholders; collaborates with leadership across organizational boundaries.
  • Establishes and oversees compensation plans for Department within approved Prisma Health parameters and models.
  • Nurtures the System culture within Department that reflects the Prisma Health vision, mission, values, and goals.
  • Maintains clinical practice sufficient to assure clinical competence, obtain direct observations, provide professional credibility, and enhance social fabric.

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities
Job has direct and/or indirect supervision of employees that may include final budget authority, hire/termination authority, performance appraisal responsibility and disciplinary authority. Job will be considered a member of management staff and will have direct reports.
Minimum Requirements
  • Medical Degree - Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
  • 8 years - Successful Completion of Residency; Board Certified or Board Eligible; Medical Staff Privileges

Required Certifications/Registrations/Licenses
  • Associate Professor status (or eligibility) at USC
  • South Carolina Medical License
  • Board Certified
  • South Carolina Controlled Substance License, Drug Enforcement Agency Number

Other Required Skills and Experience
  • Basic computer skills

Work Shift
Variable (United States of America)
Location
9 Medical Park Rd Richland
Facility
3450 Pediatric Administration
Department
34501000 Pediatric Administration-Practice Operations
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