Hospitalist Scholar

University of Minnesota Physicians; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 92,916 - 113,564; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Funding for required coursework

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) employer contribution

Malpractice insurance coverage

Job summary

The University of Minnesota Physicians seeks a Hospitalist Scholar for a comprehensive one-year academic pathway, balancing clinical duties with mentorship and research opportunities. This dual employment allows candidates to thrive in patient care while developing skills essential for a successful career in academic medicine.

Applicants should have completed an ACGME-accredited residency in Internal Medicine, possess strong clinical skills, and demonstrate a commitment to medical education. This position features competitive pay—$103,240—plus a wide range of benefits.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
• Board-eligible or board-certified in Internal Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an attending physician for hospital medicine services.
• Complete a mentored capstone scholarly project resulting in an abstract or manuscript.
• Participate in weekly mentorship meetings with the Program Director.

Skills

Strong inpatient internal medicine clinical skills

Excellent collaborative communication skills

Education

Completion of an ACGME-accredited Internal Medicine or Medicine-Pediatrics residency program

Job description

Position Overview

The Hospitalist Scholar role is a structured one-year academic development pathway designed for early-career internal medicine faculty. This position balances clinical service with protected time for mentorship and skill acquisition in clinical teaching, quality improvement (QI), research, scholarship, and point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS). The goal of the program is to prepare the scholar for a successful career in academic hospital medicine.

Clinical Service (0.50 FTE)

• Serve as an attending physician for hospital medicine services.
• Follow holiday expectations to align with DHM policy.
• Provide high-quality inpatient care to a diverse, high-acuity patient population.
• Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration to refine clinical judgment and procedural skills.

Scholarly Development & Research (0.50 FTE)

• Capstone Project: Complete a mentored capstone scholarly project (research, medical education, or QI) resulting in an abstract or manuscript by the end of the 12‑month term.
• Mentorship: Participate in weekly mentorship meetings with the Program Director to discuss career planning and scholarly progress.
• Teaching: Participate in formal teaching observations and contribute to the clinical teaching mission of the DHM.
• Skill Acquisition: Develop foundational skills in QI, research methodology, effective clinical teaching, and POCUS.

Required Core Curriculum & Conferences

• QI Foundations: Complete the 12‑week online QI Foundations or January–September QI Collaborative course.
• Collaborative Scholarship Intensive: Attend sessions held on Fridays from September to February.
• Teaching: Participate in teaching observations.
• Division/Department Conferences: Regularly attend Weekly Grand Rounds, M&M, Monthly Early Career Faculty Development sessions, the DHM Insight Conference, and the DHM Pod/Idea Incubator meetings.
• National Engagement: Attend SHM Converge (Spring) and the Academic Hospitalist Academy (Fall).

Required Qualifications

• Education: Completion of an ACGME‑accredited Internal Medicine or Medicine‑Pediatrics residency program prior to the start date.
• Certification: Board‑eligible or board‑certified in Internal Medicine.
• Citizenship: U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
• Clinical Skills: Demonstrated strong inpatient internal medicine clinical skills.
• Communication: Excellent collaborative communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong interest in pursuing a long‑term career in academic hospital medicine.
• Demonstrated interest in clinical teaching and medical education.

Benefits & Professional Development

• Protected Time: Dedicated 0.50 FTE for scholarly activity and career development.
• Resource Access: Funding for required coursework and professional conference attendance.
• Credentialing: Opportunities to earn certificates in medical education, QI, or leadership.
• Networking: Integration into a nationally recognized academic medical center with direct access to subspecialists and researchers.
• Pay and Benefits: This role is dual‑employed by University of Minnesota Physicians and the University of Minnesota. Total salary is market competitive and based on AAMC salary benchmarks. Clinical salary, aligned with clinical effort, is provided through M Physicians. The base salary for this position is $103,240. The salary from the University is dependent upon the academic effort of the person hired. M Physicians provides benefits, including substantial 401(k) employer contribution, well‑being program, allowance for CME, licensing, and board certification fees, malpractice insurance coverage, and more. The University provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes low‑cost medical, dental, pharmacy plans, and additional benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.