Medical guidelines

AGA is committed to supporting clinicians in making informed decisions every day. As such, we are seeking a Director, Clinical Guidelines to lead the development and dissemination of evidence-based clinical practice guidelines, in close partnership with physician leaders and cross-functional teams to translate the latest science into trusted practical guidance. 

In this position, you will coordinate guideline writing groups, manage vendor partners, monitor innovation in guideline methodology (including GRADE and systematic review tools), and advance program goals. Candidates who are proactive project leaders and who value collaboration with expert stakeholders, high-quality deliverables, and disciplined execution against deadlines are encouraged to apply. 

WHY WORK AT AGA?

• We care about our core values: innovative, engaged, collaborative, open, inclusive.
• We value work-life balance and provide generous time off.
• Market competitive compensation plus 7% employer contribution to retirement plan.
• Remote/ or hybrid work environment. Hybrid staff commute to our office in Bethesda, MD one day a week.
• Comprehensive health care benefits at a reasonable cost.

POSITION TITLE:  Director, Clinical Guidelines

REPORTS TO:  Vice President, Clinical and Scientific Affairs 

SUMMARY:  Oversees the development of the AGA Institute’s clinical practice guidelines as well as related dissemination and implementation activities. The position serves as staff liaison to the Clinical Guidelines Committee and spearheads special initiatives supporting the clinical guidelines program.

POSITION DESCRIPTION 

Duties and Responsibilities 

1. Organizes and implements all aspects of the development and dissemination of the AGA Institute’s clinical practice guidelines.
2. Serves as the primary staff liaison to the AGA Institute Clinical Guidelines Committee and all clinical guideline writing groups, including participation in meetings that may occur before or after normal business hours.
3. Collaborates with colleagues across the AGA Institute, including scientific publications, communications, and education, to ensure quality and timely publication and dissemination of clinical practice guidelines.
4. Supervises a clinical guidance coordinator who supports administrative functions related to the AGA Institute’s clinical practice guidelines and clinical practice updates.
5. Manages productive relationships with external vendors, contractors, and collaborators supporting various aspects of clinical guideline development and dissemination.
6. Monitors trends and innovation in clinical guideline development and dissemination and works with the department vice president to identify and implement best practices.
7. Establishes, evaluates, and achieves financial and programmatic goals in tandem with the department vice president.
8. Represents the AGA Institute clinical practice guidelines program at internal and external meetings such as with the AGA Institute Governing Board, journal editors, and professional meetings of clinical guideline developers.
9. Fulfills other duties as assigned commensurate with the scope and responsibility of this position.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field required; equivalent work experience may be considered.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in clinical guideline development, methodology, and/or related health care research required.
• Prior supervisory experience required.
• Project management experience required.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) or equivalent software required.
• Familiarity with GRADE methodology and evidence-based medicine preferred.
• Familiarity with software supporting systematic reviews and/or clinical guideline development (e.g., Covidence, Rayyan, GRADEpro) preferred.
• Prior experience in medical associations and/or health care settings with direct interaction with physicians preferred.

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