Open Rank Pediatric Sedation Physician

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 190,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry leader in higher education seeks a dedicated Pediatric Sedation Physician to join their Pediatric Critical Care Medicine team. This role offers the chance to enhance patient care through innovative sedation practices, while also contributing to research and education. Located in a vibrant college town, this position provides a unique opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values professional growth and community engagement. Ideal candidates will be passionate about improving health outcomes for children and committed to excellence in clinical practice.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid leave

Professional training opportunities

Discounts at local retailers

Savings on local child care

Special rates on campus events

Qualifications

• Expertise in pediatric critical care and sedation.
• Commitment to quality improvement and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Join a multidisciplinary Pediatric Sedation Service.
• Provide leadership and ensure high standards of care.

Skills

Pediatric Critical Care Medicine

Moderate and Deep Sedation

Patient Care

Leadership in Pediatric Sedation

Education

Board Certified in Pediatrics

BC/BE in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine

Job description

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Posting Information

Posting Information

Department Peds-Critical Care Medicine - 412016

Posting Open Date 04/07/2025

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled Yes

Position Type Permanent Faculty

Working Title Open Rank Pediatric Sedation Physician

Appointment Type Open Rank

Vacancy ID FAC0005519

Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week 40

FTE 1

Position Location North Carolina, US

Hiring Range

Proposed Start Date 09/01/2025

Position Information

Be a Tar Heel!

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC -Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.

OUR VISION

Our vision is to be the nation’s leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.

Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education: We will prepare tomorrow’s health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.

Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

Position Summary

The Division of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine is searching for a highly qualified Pediatric Sedation Specialist with expertise in pediatric critical care medicine to be a part of our multidisciplinary Pediatric Sedation Service. For candidates with experience, there may be opportunities for leadership. This role will offer a unique opportunity to be part of a dedicated sedation program, ensuring the highest standards of care for pediatric patients undergoing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. There are also opportunities to work within the pediatric intensive care unit. This individual will join UNC’s growing team of 13 faculty, 6 fellows and 5 Advanced Practice Providers as a fixed-term faculty member in the Division of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine. The physician may be expected to cover the pediatric intensive care unit including nights and weekends. Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care experience in addition to Pediatric Critical Care experience is highly desirable as, at times, physicians will be expected to cover both units. This pediatric intensivist will be committed to patient care, research and education. A demonstrated commitment to quality improvement would match well with current divisional activities. Rank and salary will be commensurate with training, experience, and academic accomplishments.

As a top-tier academic medical center, UNC Children’s upholds a four-tiered mission to ‘ CARE ,’ aligning clinical care, advocacy, research, and education to deliver world-class family-centered care. The North Carolina Children’s Hospital is the clinical home of UNC Children’s which has 150 inpatient beds including: 72-bed inpatient unit, 8-bed Children’s Short-Stay Unit, 64-bed Newborn Critical Care Center and a 20-bed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. Our multidisciplinary experts work in satellite clinics across the state and deliver state of the art tertiary care at UNC Children’s. UNC offers ready access to collaborators in other clinical and basic science departments, global and public health, public policy and other expertise across campus. UNC is a National Institutes of Health ( NIH ) Clinical and Translational Science Award ( CTSA ) funded institution that offers support for clinical and translational researchers at all levels. This support includes seed funding, regulatory assistance, data management, drug/device development and grant preparation among other things.

The North Carolina Children’s Hospital is part of a busy quaternary care medical center with a 20 bed multidisciplinary PICU / PCICU that admits over 1200 patients per year and supports an active pediatric cardiothoracic surgery program as well as pediatric ECMO , burn, trauma, solid organ and bone marrow transplantation programs. The unit is functionally split into an 8 bed PCICU and a 12 bed PICU with the ability to flex based upon patient numbers, with expected expansion to a dedicated 13 bed separate PCICU in the next 24 months, for a total of 33 pediatric critical care beds. The Pediatric Critical Care Medicine division maintains a fully accredited pediatric critical care medicine fellowship program with 24 hour/7 day a week fellow coverage.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

The successful candidate will be board certified in Pediatrics and BC/BE in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with pediatric moderate and deep sedation, either through a separate service line or through direct clinical experience in the PICU .

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions

Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/299141

Department Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title Catherine Detwiller Schamma

Department Contact Telephone or Email [e-mail]

Academic Personnel Office Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email to [e-mail].

Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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