Asst/Assoc/Professor - Pediatric Intensivist

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Wellness programs

Mother-friendly workplace

Discounts

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock seeks pediatric faculty at Assistant/Associate/Professor level. Candidates will provide comprehensive care across ambulatory and hospital settings, develop patient management plans, and educate families as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience; board certification or eligibility is expected, with a Pediatric Critical Care Fellowship ongoing or complete.

Qualifications

• MD, M.B.B.S., or DO degree.
• Board certified, board eligible, or in the process of completing a Pediatric Critical Care Fellowship.
• Foreign Medical Graduates Only: ECFMG Certification OR Equivalency Certification.

Responsibilities

• Develops plans of care and implements treatment.
• Obtains patient histories and performs exams.
• Orders tests and interprets results as part of diagnosis and treatment.
• Counsels patients and families on care plans and health issues.
• Manages patients independently across acute and chronic care.
• Provides comprehensive health services including prevention and palliative care.

Education

MD/MBBS/DO

Board certified/eligible

Pediatric Critical Care Fellowship (in progress)

ECFMG Certification (for FMGs) or Equivalency

Job description

Position Description

The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Department of Pediatrics in Lubbock strives to provide the highest standard of medical care for pediatric patients from birth through adolescence, encompassing primary, subspecialty, and tertiary care. We serve as an advocate for pediatric health issues affecting the infants, children, and adolescents of our region and state.

Rank of Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor and applicable salary are dependent upon candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Major/Essential Functions

• Develops plans of care, as appropriate, and implements plans in the course of treating patients.
• Obtains patient health histories; conducts physical examinations, assesses patient complaints, and administers appropriate treatment.
• Determines need for specialized medical testing for diagnosis or treatment; Orders tests appropriately.
• Instructs and counsels patients and families regarding a plan of care, problems, and other health care issues.
• Practices independently managing previously diagnosed and undiagnosed patients.
• Provides the full spectrum of health care services including health prevention, disease prevention, health protection, anticipatory guidance and counseling, and disease management, palliative care.
• Use advanced health assessment skills to differentiate between rounds and variations of normal and abnormal findings.
• Orders and interprets labs, and diagnostic tests, such as X-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory test results for deviations from normal.
• Prescribes medication. Manages the health/illness status of patients and families over time.
• Elicits detailed patient histories.
• Examines patient, performs a comprehensive physical examination, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination.
• Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in the provision of continuity of care.
• Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance.

Required Qualifications

• MD, M.B.B.S., or DO degree.
• Board certified, board eligible, or in the process of completing a Pediatric Critical Care Fellowship.
• Foreign Medical Graduates Only: ECFMG Certification OR Equivalency Certification.

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Resume / CV

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members 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 team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

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

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.