Physician Clinical Faculty, Infectious Diseases - Solid Organ Transplant Specialist (Open Rank/[...]

Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Wexner Medical Center is seeking an academic Infectious Diseases physician to enhance their Division focusing on solid organ transplantation. Responsibilities include providing consultative services within a renowned transplant center, engaging in clinical research, and delivering teaching to fellows and students. Candidates must hold an MD or DO and be board-certified in Infectious Diseases, accompanied by strong critical thinking and communication skills. Join a leading program performing approximately 600 transplants yearly.

Qualifications

• Must possess or be eligible for licensure in the State of Ohio.
• Training or experience in Transplant Infectious Diseases preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosis and treatment of infections in solid organ transplants.
• Respond to consultation requests and implement treatment plans.
• Provide instructional training to fellows and medical students.
• Participate in quality assessment and improvement activities.

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Excellent written communication

Excellent oral communication

Education

MD, DO or equivalent

Board certification in Infectious Diseases

Job description

Position Overview

The Ohio State University College of Medicine and the Wexner Medical Center seek an academic Infectious Diseases physician to join the Division of Infectious Diseases/Department of Internal Medicine. Academic rank and track commensurate with academic record and experience.

The Division of Infectious Diseases is actively recruiting an Infectious Diseases specialist with interest and/or expertise in solid organ transplant (SOT). This position will provide infectious diseases consultative services in the Comprehensive Transplant Center (CTC), one of the top 20 transplant programs in the United States, performing approximately 600 solid organ transplants each year.

The physician will join two experienced SOT attendings, maintain a dedicated SOT-only ambulatory care clinic, train fellows, housestaff, medical students, and allied health professionals, and participate in scholarly activities (clinical research, quality improvement) and committee work.

Duties and Responsibilities

• A clinical track emphasizing diagnosis and treatment of infections in SOT.
• Respond to consultation requests; determine, prescribe, and implement treatment plans and/or required medications.
• Provide instructional training to fellows, housestaff, medical students, and ancillary staff.
• Participate in quality assessment and improvement activities.

Requirements

• MD, DO or equivalent.
• Board certification or eligibility in Infectious Diseases.
• Training or experience in Transplant Infectious Diseases preferred.
• Must possess or be eligible for licensure in the State of Ohio.
• Exceptional critical thinking skills and ability to work independently.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.

How to Apply

Application materials must include a cover letter and Curriculum Vitae. Contact Kam Carlberg, Physician and Faculty Recruitment ([e-mail]) for inquiries and nominations.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.