Associate Professor - SOM Med Palliative Medicine

University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB); Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 192,000 - 268,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

The University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore seeks an academic palliative medicine physician to join the Division of Gerontology, Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine. The role includes inpatient and outpatient duties with protected time for teaching and research, and the rank will be Assistant Professor or higher.

Qualifications include a medical degree and Maryland medical licensure, board certification/eligibility in Palliative Medicine, and a strong foundation in internal

Qualifications

• This position requires a medical degree and eligibility for Maryland medical licensure.
• Board certification or eligibility in Palliative Medicine is required.
• A strong foundation in teaching and research or quality improvement is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inpatient and outpatient clinical duties with protected time for teaching and research.

Skills

Palliative Medicine

Internal Medicine

Teaching Experience

Education

MD/DO

Job description

Job Description

PALLIATIVE MEDICINE PHYSICIAN (3-309-1312) – The University of Maryland School of Medicine is seeking an academic palliative medicine physician for our expanding program.

The Division of Gerontology, Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine resides in the Department of Medicine and is comprised of a team of 5.5 MDs, an NP, an RN manager, dedicated Clinical Pharmacist, Chaplain, and Social Worker, in addition to full-time Program Support and a Business Administrator. The members of the team serve as expert palliative consultants to the UMMC’s multi-disciplinary service teams, adding an extra layer of support to patients and their families.

Please See Our Website For Additional Information

Division of Gerontology, Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine | University of Maryland School of Medicine (umaryland.edu)

Strengths Of Program, As Validated By Independent Consultants Are

Staff: Multidisciplinary and highly motivated staff

Supported by: Physician directors of our Medical and Surgical ICUs; Shock Trauma Center Director; Hospital Chief Medical Officer and Nursing leadership; Chairs of Internal and Family Medicine.

Quality: Routine collection of operational data; project integration with Medical ICU

Research: Strong foundation and support exists for grant funding to further interdisciplinary Palliative Medicine research.

Expected faculty rank for this position is Assistant Professor or higher, however, final rank, tenure status and salary will be commensurate with candidate's qualifications and experience.

The expected salary range for Assistant Professors is $191,542 (min) and $267,823 (max). The referenced salary range reflects base pay, which is based on faculty rank and years in rank. This salary range does not include all components of the departmental faculty compensation program or pay from participation in departmental variable compensation programs. Therefore, the actual compensation paid to the selected candidate may vary from the salary range stated herein.

The referenced salary range represents the minimum and maximum salaries for this position and is based on the University of Maryland School of Medicine’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, internal equity, market conditions, education/training and other factors, as reasonably determined by the University.

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Faculty receive a generous leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, paid holidays, personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school. You are also invited to view the Department of Medicine benefits for full-time faculty members.

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, current CV, a brief statement regarding their clinical/research interests and the names of 4 references. Though not required, you are also invited to include a perspective statement on equity, diversity, inclusion and civility.

Responsibilities

Clinical duties will include both inpatient activities as well as development of an outpatient program. Protected time for teaching and research is offered.

Qualifications

This position requires a medical degree from a recognized accredited domestic university (or foreign equivalent) and all candidates must meet the requirements to obtain a medical license in the State of Maryland. Successful candidates will be board certified/eligible in Palliative Medicine. A strong foundation in internal medicine, teaching and research or quality improvement experience is preferred.

About Us

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) is Maryland’s public health, law, and human services university. Six professional schools and the interdisciplinary Graduate School confer the majority of health care, human services, and law professional degrees in Maryland each year.

Our goal is to support the University’s mission of education, research, clinical care, and public service by amplifying UMB’s voice as a thought and action leader, and to enhance goodwill in the communities and people with whom we engage. UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.

UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification.

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UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland. Regular and contractual employee are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package

About The Team

The University of Maryland School of Medicine (SOM) was chartered in 1807 as the first public medical school in the United States. It continues today as one of the fastest growing, top-tier biomedical research enterprises in the world. SOM is dedicated to providing excellence in biomedical education, basic and clinical research, quality patient care and service to improve the health of the citizens of Maryland and beyond.