Open Rank- Clinical Faculty in Neonatology

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 210,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including medical and dental

Tuition waiver for full-time employees

Vacation and sick leave

Job summary

A leading academic institution in Augusta seeks a dedicated Clinical Faculty member in Neonatology. This full-time role involves providing exceptional clinical care for neonatal patients, engaging in teaching and faculty responsibilities, and maintaining board certification in Neonatology. Candidates must hold a medical degree and have eligibility for a Georgia medical license. The institution offers comprehensive benefits and competitive compensation, with advancement opportunities through the faculty ranks.

Qualifications

• Medical degree from an accredited institution and board certified in Neonatology.
• Experience in clinical supervision and education of medical staff.
• Eligibility for a Georgia medical license.
• Valid Federal DEA registration.
• PALS/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care for neonatal patients in the NICU.
• Participate in on-call duties and maintain wRVU productivity targets.
• Educate fellows, residents, and medical students in Neonatology.

Skills

Board certification in Neonatology

PALS/CPR certification

Teaching and clinical supervision

Education

Medical degree from an accredited medical school/university

Eligibility for Georgia medical license

Georgia medical license eligibility

Federal DEA

PALS/CPR certified

Job description

Overview

Open Rank- Clinical Faculty in Neonatology

Job ID: 294155

Location: Augusta University

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary:

Job Summary

The Division of Neonatology in the Department of Pediatrics in the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University is actively seeking a full-time faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor. The position will provide clinical care for the neonatal patient population in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit setting. Clinical care includes diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of disorders, consultations, acute care, ordering and interpreting lab results, developing treatment plans, and patient/family education. The position will maintain and ensure that relevant patient records are properly updated, and share weekday, weekend, and holiday emergent/after-hours call coverage. This position does not meet the requirements to be on a tenure track.

Responsibilities

Patient Care/Service - 90%

• Become board certified in Neonatology by year three (3) or maintain board certification.
• Provide high-quality, comprehensive care in Neonatology in an effort to improve quality, safety and patient experience.
• Be clinically productive through the provision of clinical services at MCG's partner Academic Medical Center.
• Participate in on-call duties with other faculty.
• Meet all metrics associated with Ongoing Professional Practice Evaluation (OPPE).
• Become increasingly productive through the provision of clinical services in Neonatology.
• Meet and maintain wRVU productivity targets as set forth by the department chair and MCG Dean's Office through clinical services provided.
• Support departmental efforts in promoting good professional relationships with MCG physicians and physicians outside of MCG (referring physicians in community, region and state).
• Provide prompt feedback to referring physicians.

Teaching/Instruction - 10%

• Provide education and training to fellows, residents, medical students and staff in neonatology which includes but is not limited to clinical supervision, consultation and didactics.
• Achieve and maintain teaching evaluation scores at or above the department mean.
• Attend 50% or more weekly pediatric Grand Rounds presentations and monthly faculty meetings.

Required Qualifications

Medical degree from an accredited medical school/university or equivalent. Board certified/board eligible in Neonatology. Must have or be eligible for a state of Georgia medical license. Federal DEA. PALS/CPR certified.

Rank Qualifications

• Assistant Professor - Early level career as a faculty member with appropriate post graduate training.
• Associate Professor - Mid level career faculty member with at least five years at rank of Assistant Professor or comparable training, background, and experience.
• Professor - Senior level career faculty member with at least five years at the rank of Associate Professor or comparable training, background, and experience.

Faculty Employment Qualifications (USG)

• Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)'s requirements for institutional accreditation.
• Evidence of ability as a teacher.
• Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability in all other duties assigned.
• Successful experience (which will necessarily be waived for those just entering the academic profession who meet all other requirements).
• Desirable personal qualities judged on the basis of personal interview, complete biographical data, and recommendations.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

This position is fiscal year based and works year-round. The intended work commitment or full-time equivalent (FTE) for this position is 1.0 and considered full-time.

• Assistant Professor - Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.
• Associate Professor - Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.
• Professor - Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.

Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more. Also, full-time employees employed for more than 6 months may be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Rank and salary are determined at the time of hire, based on various factors including experience, education, credentials, specialty, training, internal equity, and market data. Advancement through the faculty ranks occurs through the annual Promotion and Tenure process. For more information on ranks, review the Augusta University Promotion and Tenure Website: 294155

College/Department Information

The Medical College of Georgia (MCG) is one of the nation\'s largest medical schools by class size. The MCG educational experience is anchored by the main campus in Augusta, with regional clinical campuses and four-year campuses in Athens (with University of Georgia) and Savannah (with Georgia Southern University). MCG and its teaching hospitals provide postgraduate education to approximately 575 residents and fellows in 50 programs. Our faculty focus on improving health through research and clinical care across Georgia. Our physician faculty share expertise with physicians and patients at about 100 clinics and hospitals statewide.

About Us

Augusta University is Georgia\'s innovation center for education and health care, with four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. Our mission and values are reflected at https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php. Augusta University emphasizes real-world experiences, community engagement, and partnerships to address health and other societal concerns.

Location

Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates must pass a Background Check prior to starting. Some roles may require a credit check, motor vehicle report, or transcript evaluation for foreign-trained candidates. All employees are responsible for safeguarding sensitive information and adhering to cybersecurity policies.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Other Information

This position includes promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to patients, students, faculty, and employees. Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment.

To apply, visit: 294155

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