Integrative Medicine, Endowed Chair, Functional Medicine Physician (Open Rank/Track Faculty)

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for research involvement

Mentorship opportunities

Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams

Job summary

The Ohio State University seeks an Endowed Chair, Functional Medicine Physician in Columbus, Ohio, combining clinical practice with administrative duties. The role involves developing integrative primary care service lines and providing functional medicine care.

Ideal candidates must have an MD or DO and be licensed in Ohio, with at least 3 years of primary care experience. The position offers opportunities to mentor, engage in research, and contribute to a recognized integrative medicine program.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of clinical experience in primary care or related field.
• Strong foundation in conventional medicine and treatment protocols.
• Capacity to achieve results within interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient evaluations and develop treatment plans.
• Practice functional medicine and lead development of new service lines.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers for integrated patient care.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Functional medicine expertise

Education

MD, DO, or equivalent degree

License or license-eligible in Ohio

Board Certification in Family or Internal Medicine

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems

Job description

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Job Title: Integrative Medicine, Endowed Chair, Functional Medicine Physician (Open Rank/Track Faculty)

Department: The Ohio State University College of Medicine and Wexner Medical Center

The role combines 60% clinical practice with 40% strategic administrative responsibilities. This hybrid position is based in Columbus, Ohio, and requires a dynamic Physician who can both provide functional medicine care and build a new integrative primary care service line.

Opportunity Overview

The Center for Integrative Health at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is a nationally recognized leader in evidence‑based integrative medicine. Our interdisciplinary team delivers services such as acupuncture, chiropractic care, integrative nutrition, and mind‑body medicine, all grounded in scientific evidence.

Position Overview

Clinical Responsibilities (60%)

• Conduct patient evaluations, including detailed health histories, physical examinations, and advanced diagnostic testing to assess overall health status and identify underlying causes of disease.
• Develop personalized, evidence‑based treatment plans that integrate conventional medicine with complementary approaches such as nutrition, exercise, stress management, sleep optimization, and lifestyle modification.
• Diagnose and manage patients with chronic illnesses, including heart disease, metabolic disorders, autoimmune conditions, and other complex health issues.
• Provide patient education regarding their conditions and treatment options, empowering patients to make informed decisions about their health.
• Adapt treatment plans based on individual patient needs, goals, and response to interventions, demonstrating flexibility in clinical decision‑making.
• Maintain comprehensive, up‑to‑date patient records to ensure continuity of care and optimal patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with other healthcare providers and clinical support staff to deliver integrated, coordinated care.

Administrative Responsibilities (40%)

• Practice functional medicine and lead the development of an integrative primary care service line.
• Develop clinical protocols and evidence‑based guidelines for the service line, including the design of a sustainable financial model.
• Design and implement comprehensive patient assessment and treatment frameworks that combine functional medicine principles with conventional medical standards.
• Manage administrative tasks, including scheduling, patient record management, and communication with patients and referring providers.
• Oversee quality assurance and patient satisfaction metrics for the new service line.
• Participate in staff training and education to ensure consistent delivery of functional medicine principles across the team.
• Collaborate with center leadership to establish operational procedures, resource allocation, and strategic goals for service line growth.
• Contribute to research, quality improvement initiatives, and outcomes tracking to demonstrate the effectiveness of integrative primary care.
• Mentor clinical and administrative staff in functional medicine approaches and best practices.

Required Qualifications

• MD, DO, or equivalent degree.
• License or license‑eligible in the state of Ohio.
• Board Certification in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or a related field.
• Certification in Functional Medicine (IFMCP), or eligibility to obtain within one year of hire.
• Minimum 3+ years of clinical experience in primary care or a related field.
• Strong foundation in conventional medicine with demonstrated understanding of diagnostic and treatment protocols.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging leaders, coworkers, direct reports, and patients with professionalism and clarity.
• Demonstrated ability to promote collaboration and achieve results within interdisciplinary teams.
• Qualify for a minimum of an academic appointment at the assistant or associate professor level (academic rank and salary will be commensurate with previous training and experience).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in developing new clinical service lines or programs.
• Background in integrative or holistic medicine approaches.
• Experience utilizing electronic health record (EHR) systems to support clinical workflows and documentation.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous medical education and maintaining up‑to‑date knowledge of functional medicine research and best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor teams within a collaborative, cross‑disciplinary environment.
• Experience in an academic medical center preferred.

How to Apply

Application materials must include a cover letter and a Curriculum Vitae. Addressed to:
Maryanna Klatt, PhD | Director, Center for Integrative Health
Tiffany Bauman, MBA | Physician and Faculty

Location: Twelfth Ave, 395 W (0356)

Position Type: Regular

Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.