Clinical Assistant Professor

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Clinical Assistant Professor in Pediatric Emergency Medicine. This role offers the opportunity to provide direct patient care in a vibrant college town, while also engaging in teaching and mentoring future healthcare professionals. The position is situated within a renowned medical center known for its commitment to excellence in patient care, education, and research. With a focus on improving health outcomes for diverse populations, this role not only promises a fulfilling career but also offers a generous benefits package, making it an attractive opportunity for dedicated professionals.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid leave

Professional training opportunities

Discounts on retail and restaurants

Special rates on campus events

Qualifications

• Board-certified in pediatrics or pediatric emergency medicine required.
• Experience in pediatric urgent care or emergency medicine preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in Children's Urgent Care.
• Teach and supervise residents and medical students.

Skills

Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Clinical Skills

Teaching

Patient Care

Education

MD or DO degree

BC/BE Pediatrics

PALS certification

Job description

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department	Peds-Emergency Medicine - 412006
Posting Open Date	04/22/2024
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled	Yes
Position Type	Permanent Faculty
Working Title	Clinical Assistant Professor
Appointment Type	Fixed Term Faculty
Vacancy ID	FAC0005043
Full-time/Part-time	Full-Time Permanent
Hours per week	40
FTE	1
Position Location	North Carolina, US
Hiring Range	Dependent on Experience and Qualifications
Proposed Start Date	11/01/2024

Position Information

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.

OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation's leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.

OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.

Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education: We will prepare tomorrow's health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.

Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

The Pediatric Emergency Medicine Division in the Department of Pediatrics at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine is seeking a general pediatrician or pediatric emergency physician to fill a full-time, fixed term, Clinical Assistant Professor position to provide direct patient care solely in the Children's Urgent Care in Raleigh or a hybrid of Children's Urgent Care and low acuity Pediatric ED shifts in Chapel Hill. The Children's Urgent Care is open from 4p-midnight Monday-Friday and noon-midnight on weekends and serves patients from birth through young adulthood.

Responsibilities include teaching and supervising residents from a variety of specialties and learners from various healthcare professions including medical students, NP and PA students.
Our Department and Division offer multiple opportunities for faculty development and help foster strong mentoring relationships throughout the University and Medical Center. All division faculty members are expected to perform scholarly work to enhance the academic mission of the division. Rank and salary are commensurate with experience and come coupled with an extremely generous benefit package.

UNC Children's Hospital in Chapel Hill is an excellent academic medical center on a vibrant college campus. The Triangle area of North Carolina is known for Carolina Blue skies, temperate weather, some of the best food in the country and a dynamic arts and sports scene. Both the mountains and the beach are easily accessible by car. Weather, amenities, school and endless activities make this area of NC one of the fastest growing areas of the U.S.

- Candidates must be board-eligible or board-certified in general pediatrics or pediatric emergency medicine with strong clinical skills combined with an interest in developing an academic career.
- MD or DO degree
- BC/BE Pediatrics or Pediatric Emergency Medicine
- PALS certification
- NC medical license and DEA license
- Previous experience in pediatric urgent care or emergency medicine

- At least 1 year experience post-residency in pediatric urgent care or emergency medicine or
pediatric urgent care or emergency medicine fellowship training.
- Ideal candidates will have relevant training or experience treating acute illness and injuries; as well as comfort and competence with minor procedures and reading plain radiographs.

Willingness to work evenings and weekends is a must.

Be a Tar Heel!	A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
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Campus Security Authority Responsibilities	Not Applicable.
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