Pediatric Pulmonology/ Sleep Medicine - Faculty

USA Health Systems; Alabama; On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Health Systems seeks a Pediatric Pulmonology faculty member to deliver high-quality care at USA Health Children’s & Women’s Hospital, contributing to patient care, education, and research.

The position emphasizes inpatient and outpatient pediatric pulmonary care, with opportunities to develop programs and engage in translational research across Alabama’s Gulf Coast region.

Qualifications

• Fellowship training in Pediatric Pulmonology is required.
• Board eligibility or board certification in Pediatric Pulmonology.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and outpatient clinical care for pediatric patients with pulmonary disorders.
• Perform pulmonary-related procedures as part of patient care.
• Teach medical students, residents, and fellows across multiple levels.
• Engage in basic, clinical, and translational research.
• Collaborate on program development and scholarly activities with regional partners.

Skills

Pediatric Pulmonology

Sleep Medicine

Education

Fellowship in Pediatric Pulmonology

Job description

Overview

USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community.

USA Health is changing how medical care, education and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists and researchers provide the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall wellbeing of our community.

Responsibilities

As part of its ongoing efforts to expand clinical services, educational programs, and scholarly activities, the Department of Pediatrics and the Department of Internal Medicine at the Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine at the University of South Alabama are seeking candidates for a faculty position in Pediatric Pulmonology with an interest in Sleep Medicine.

Responsibilities include providing patient care at USA Health Children’s & Women’s Hospital, the primary referral center for the region, and teaching medical students, residents, and fellows. Candidates must have completed fellowship training in Pediatric Pulmonology and be board eligible or board certified in Pediatric Pulmonology. While the primary focus of this position is Pediatric Pulmonology, candidates with experience or interest in Sleep Medicine are encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals dedicated to caring for children with a broad range of pulmonary disorders. Responsibilities include inpatient and outpatient clinical care, performance of pulmonary-related procedures, teaching learners at multiple levels, and participation in basic, clinical, and/or translational research. Unique opportunities for program development, clinical research, and scholarly collaboration with regional and state partners are also available.

Academic rank and appointment level are open and will be commensurate with the candidate’s training, experience, and academic accomplishments. We offer a highly competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a collegial and growing department committed to supporting faculty in achieving academic and professional success while enjoying the exceptional climate, affordability, and quality of life of Alabama’s Gulf Coast.

EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.

Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.

Additional Information

Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.

Qualifications

A curriculum vitae is required to apply. A cover letter is optional.