Pediatrics - Emergency Medicine (Assistant Professor)

Baylor College of Medicine; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine, in association with Texas Children's Hospital, invites applications for Pediatric Emergency Medicine physicians to join the Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine at the Texas Children’s Hospital campuses in Houston.

The department offers an extensive PEM program with 60+ faculty, opportunities in education, research, and clinical care, and positions as Assistant Professor, with tenure or non-tenure track options, alongside competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• M.D. (or equivalent) in medicine with board eligibility or certification in PEM.
• Residency in Pediatrics and/or Emergency Medicine is required.
• Fellowship in Pediatric Emergency Medicine is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients in pediatric emergency settings.
• Provide consultation and treat all acute pediatric issues in the Emergency Centers.
• Engage in clinical teaching and scholarly activities as part of an academic appointment.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Medical knowledge

Education

MD or equivalent

Residency in Pediatrics and/or Emergency Medicine

Fellowship in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Job description

Pediatrics - Emergency Medicine (Assistant Professor)

Job Title: Pediatrics - Emergency Medicine (Assistant Professor)

Division: Pediatrics

Work Arrangement: Location: Houston, TX Salary Range: FLSA Status: Exempt Work Schedule:

Summary

The Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine, in association with the Texas Children's Hospital, is seeking Pediatric Emergency Medicine physicians to provide patient care in the Emergency Centers of Texas Children's Hospital, including the Texas Medical Center Campus, West Campus, and The Woodlands Campus

Continually recognized as one of the nation's premier children's healthcare systems, the Emergency Medicine Division services the largest Pediatric Emergency Center in South Central Texas, treating more than 150,000 patients annually. Modern, state-of-the-art equipment and facilities, strong nursing and tech support, collaborative partnerships with other services, and a cutting-edge operations system serve to bolster professional efforts and overall staff satisfaction. Many of our 60+ faculty have specialized training in medical education, point of care ultrasound, global health, advocacy, and research.

Many academic opportunities are available. With one of the largest and most diverse PEM divisions in the US, mentorship is readily available for individual faculty to develop career niches in their areas of interest. Candidates will enter as Assistant Professor, tenure or non-tenure track, based on experience and qualifications. Salary and benefit packages are competitive.

Job Duties

Clinical duties for Pediatric Emergency Medicine physicians are to evaluate, diagnose, manage, consult, and treat all patients who seek care in the Texas Children's Emergency Centers for any problem or complaint. Core privileges include performance of high stakes and other procedures commonly performed or needing to be performed urgently or emergently.

Minimum Qualifications

M.D. (or equivalent), Accredited Residency in Pediatrics and/or Emergency Medicine, and Fellowship in Pediatric Emergency Medicine. Candidate must be Board Eligible or Board Certified by the American Board of Pediatrics, or American Board of Emergency Medicine

Minimum Certification/Licenses/Registration: Licensed by the Texas Medical Board

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

Requisition ID: 21963

Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty, and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care.

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.