Instructor, Clinical Fellow Geo, Department of Neurosurgery, Spine

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Cincinnati is seeking a Clinical Instructor for a one-year Spine surgery fellowship. The role involves providing patient care, mentoring residents, and participating in educational activities. Candidates must have completed a Neurosurgery residency and hold an Ohio medical license. The position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Tuition remission for employees and dependents

Qualifications

• Must hold or obtain an unrestricted Ohio medical license.
• Supervise clinical and administrative duties as directed.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive patient care in clinical specialty.
• Precept medical students and residents; deliver lectures.
• Serve as on-call physician for UCMC, VAMC, and CCHMC.

Skills

Neurosurgery

Patient Care

Mentoring

Education

MD or DO degree

Completion of Neurosurgery residency

Board certification or eligibility in Neurosurgery

Job description

Instructor, Clinical Fellow Geo, Department of Neurosurgery, Spine

The University of Cincinnati, founded in 1819, is one of the nation's top urban public research universities. It serves over 47,000 students, with a faculty and staff of 10,500, and boasts an alumni network of 330,000. The university is recognized for its ambitious campus design, research excellence, and strong community engagement.

With initiatives like Next Lives Here and the Cincinnati Innovation District, along with a $100 million investment from JobsOhio, UC is experiencing unprecedented growth. The university's annual budget exceeds $1.6 billion, and its endowment is approximately $1.9 billion.

Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, established as one of the oldest in the country, is renowned for training healthcare professionals and advancing medical research. In collaboration with UC Health and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, the college is at the forefront of medical innovation. The Department of Neurosurgery is a leading institution with distinguished faculty, focusing on complex neurosurgical care and research.

We are seeking a Clinical Instructor for a one-year Spine surgery fellowship. The ideal candidate is a neurosurgeon who has completed an accredited residency and holds or can obtain an unrestricted Ohio medical license. The instructor will join a team of five neurosurgeons specializing in various subspecialties, including endovascular, neuro-oncology, skull-base, neurotrauma, and functional neurosurgery.

Essential Functions

• Provide comprehensive patient care in clinical specialty, including inpatient and outpatient services.
• Precept medical students and residents; deliver lectures and lead discussions within the curriculum.
• Act as a liaison between residents and attending physicians across UCMC, CCHMC, and VAMC.
• Supervise clinical and administrative duties as directed by the program director and senior faculty.
• Manage outside admissions to UCMC medical teams.
• Serve as on-call physician for UCMC, VAMC, and CCHMC throughout the year.
• Mentor residents during their training progression.
• Develop and maintain academic curricula, including conferences and practice sessions.
• Participate in hospital and medical school committees as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as needed; job description may be updated.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO degree
• Ohio Medical License
• Completion of Neurosurgery residency
• Board certification or eligibility in Neurosurgery

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance
• Flexible spending accounts and wellness programs
• Retirement plans, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave
• Tuition remission for employees and dependents
• Discounts on campus and community activities

Note: Official transcripts are required at hire. UC is committed to diversity and inclusion; applicants will need to submit a contribution statement.

As a public employee, contributions to Social Security are not made; instead, options include state retirement plans or alternative plans.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action/EEO employer supporting minority, female, disability, and veteran applicants.

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About the University

The University of Cincinnati is a distinguished public research university located in Cincinnati, Ohio.