Open Rank- Clinical Faculty in Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition waiver

Job summary

Augusta University’s Medical College of Georgia invites applications for Open Rank- Clinical Faculty in Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery. The position supports direct patient care and medical student/resident teaching within a dynamic division.

The ideal candidate will have MD or equivalent, Georgia licensure eligibility, DEA registration, and board certification in OB/GYN or Urology with FPMRS credentials or eligible for FPMRS fellowship.

Qualifications

• MD degree or equivalent.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Georgia; DEA registration.
• Board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology or Urology; FPMRS board certification or eligibility.
• Completion of, or current enrollment in, an ACGME-accredited fellowship in FPMRS.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care and teaching medical students and residents in clinical and surgical evaluation and management of urogynecologic disorders.
• Collaborate with other departments on clinical research and projects.
• Demonstrate excellent clinical and surgical skills and lead a section when appropriate.

Education

MD degree or equivalent

Licensed or eligible for licensure in Georgia; DEA registration

Board certified in OB/GYN or Urogynecology; FPMRS board certification or eligibility

FPMRS fellowship completion or enrollment

Tools

N/A

Job description

Open Rank- Clinical Faculty in Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery

Job ID: 302217

Location: Augusta University

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary:

Job Summary

Job ID 302217

Position # 20010078

The Medical College of Georgia, Department of Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery at Augusta University is seeking a full-time faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor to serve as a Urogynecologist. We are proud of our tradition of providing excellent care to women suffering from pelvic floor disorders in the Central Savannah River Area and surrounding communities while advancing education and discovery in Women's Health. Our division currently includes one physician, one advanced practice provider with an additional pending position, and a dedicated, well-trained, and motivated staff. This position does not meet the requirements to be on a tenure track.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include direct patient care and teaching medical students and residents in the clinical and surgical evaluation and management of disorders of the urogenital tract and pelvic floor, pelvic organ prolapse, urinary and fecal incontinence, hematuria, pelvic pain while collaborating with other departments in clinical research and projects. Successful candidates will have a proven history of excellent clinical and surgical skills, involvement with clinical research, and strong desire to be involved with resident and medical student teaching.

Required Qualifications

MD degree or equivalent; licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of Georgia; current DEA registration or eligibility to obtain one; board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) or Urology; board certified or board eligible in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery (FPMRS); completion of, or current enrollment in, an ACGME-accredited fellowship in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery (FPMRS); demonstrated commitment to research, medical education, and academic scholarship in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery. The ideal candidate must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a commitment to excellent patient care, strong work ethic and must be forward thinking with a team-oriented attitude and proven ability to develop and lead a section.

Required faculty employment qualifications for all USG institutions and all academic ranks within these institutions shall be:

• - 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); and,
• - Desirable personal qualities judged on the basis of personal interview, complete biographical data, and recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference is for candidates who have demonstrated a commitment to patient safety and quality, educating the next generation of physicians, excellence in patient care, and advancement of knowledge through innovative clinical research.

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.

Salary

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 much more!

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

Rank and salary are determined at the time of hire and are based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, credentials, specialty, training, etc. while also considering internal equity and market data.

Advancement through the faculty ranks at Augusta University is only through the annual Promotion and Tenure process in which faculty may apply if eligible (typically five-year increments). For more information on ranks, please review the Augusta University Promotion and Tenure Website: https://www.augusta.edu/faculty-affairs/promotionandtenure.php

College/Department Information

The Medical College of Georgia (MCG) is one of the nation's largest medical schools by class size, with 304 students per class. The MCG educational experience is anchored by the main campus in Augusta, with regional clinical campuses for third- and fourth-year students across the state, and two four-year campuses located in Athens (in partnership with the University of Georgia) and in Savannah (in partnership with Georgia Southern University). MCG's expanding partnerships with physicians and hospitals across Georgia currently provide more than 350 sites where students can experience the full spectrum of medicine, from complex care hospitals to small-town solo practices. MCG and its teaching hospitals also provide postgraduate education to approximately 575 residents and fellows in 50 different Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education-approved programs. Our researchers and clinicians focus on what most impacts the health of Georgia's and America's children and adults, including cardiovascular biology and disease, cancer, neurosciences and behavioral sciences, public and preventive health, regenerative and reparative medicine, personalized medicine and genomics. Our physician faculty also share their 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, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.

Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.

The University System of Georgia https://www.usg.edu/hr/orientation/welcome_to_the_board_of_regents_university_system_office is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2-18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Location

Our Health Sciences Campus:

1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer‑friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family‑centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

Augusta University is a tobacco‑free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.