Asst/Assoc/Professor – AMA Pediatrics, Hospitalist and/or Outpatient

Texas Tech University - Health Sciences Center; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Amarillo seeks a physician for the Department of Pediatrics. The role focuses on training confident pediatricians who deliver evidence-based, family-centered care for a diverse population in an open learning environment.

Rank of Assistant/Associate/Professor with salary based on qualifications and experience. This is a full-time, on-site position with travel up to 25% and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• MD, DO or foreign equivalent degree required.
• Completion of ACGME-accredited Pediatric Residency.
• Board certified or eligible in General Pediatrics.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients and perform comprehensive physicals with documentation.
• Order/interpret labs and tests; manage care across time.
• Prescribe medications and monitor health/illness status.
• Counsel patients and families on treatment plans and lifestyle.
• Supervise and teach residents and medical students.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Team leadership

Medical decision making

Education

MD, DO or foreign equivalent

ACGME Pediatric Residency completion

Board certified/eligible in General Pediatrics

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Introduction

Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For ,TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellent benefits , including paid leave,retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so muchmore. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positiveenvironment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as wechange the future of health care.

About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the livesof others by educating students, providing excellent patient care,and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSCgraduates more health care professionals than any other health careinstitution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees andcertificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. Byproviding comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 millionindividuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancingthe health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is whereworld-class education meets compassionate patient care – and webelieve that our people are the reason for our institution’slasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative andsupportive community that empowers each individual to do their bestwork. Through our values-based culture , TTUHSC iscommitted to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with apositive culture that puts people first.

Visa Information

TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H-1B I-129 visapetitions in accordance with the directive issued by GovernorAbbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required.On a limited, case-by-case basis, the institution may also sponsoreligible individuals for change-of-status or change-of-employerpetitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the$100,000 fee, if applicable.

Position Description

The Department of Pediatrics at Texas Tech University HealthSciences Center (TTUHSC) Amarillo is a tight-knit community ofphysicians with a big mission to train confident and compassionatepediatricians who deliver evidence-based and family-centered carefor a diverse pediatric population in an open learning environment.We are part of a community of pediatricians, both generalists and specialists,provide one-on-one guidance to our residents providing uniqueeducational opportunities for them. The residents receive multipleexposures to procedures and inpatient/outpatient experiences thatenhance their clinical acumen.

Rank of Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor andapplicable salary are dependent upon candidate’s qualifications andexperience.

Major/Essential Functions

• Examines patient, performs a comprehensive physicalexamination, and compiles patient medical data, including healthhistory and results of physical examination.
• Orders and interprets labs, and diagnostic tests, such asX-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory test results fordeviations from normal.
• Prescribes medication. Manages the health/illness status ofpatients and families over time.
• Instructs and counsels patients, and family members asappropriate, regarding compliance with prescribed therapeuticregimens, emotional problems of daily living, and healthmaintenance.
• Provide supervision, mentoring and teaching to residents andstudents.

Required Qualifications

• MD, DO or Foreign Equivalent degree.
• Completion of, or in the process of completing, an ACGMEAccredited Pediatric Residency.
• Board certified, board eligible, or in the process of becomingboard eligible in General Pediatrics.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Electronic Health Records.

Required Attachments

Resume / CV

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our teammembers can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options –Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time teammembers
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leaveand more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members byproviding opportunities for personal and professional growth,including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, andhealth and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a varietyof other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms andgolf courses, access to state-of-the- art software and facilities,and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Pay Grade Minimum

Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/orskills

Pay Grade Maximum

Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/orskills

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of theindividual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiringdepartment, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additionalinformation, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan .

Grant Funded?

No

Shift

Other

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,disability, genetic information or status as a protectedveteran.

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and CampusCrime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges anduniversities participating in federal financial aid programs tomaintain and disclose campus crime statistics and securityinformation. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publishand distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & CrimeStatistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students andemployees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act websiteat https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.