Physician - Infectious Disease

Physicians - OUHP; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k)

Medical plans

Dental plans

Job summary

University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center (OUHSC) seeks new faculty for the Division of Infectious Diseases in the Department of Medicine at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank. The successful candidate will contribute to education, patient care and scholarly activities in a thriving academic health system.

We value candidates with strong teaching, clinical research experience and expertise in care of immunocompromised patients, bone and joint infections.

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree and ABIM BC/BE in Infectious Diseases required.
• Oklahoma medical license or eligibility for licensure prior to employment.
• Fellowship in Infectious Diseases required or equivalent training.
• Additional experience in immunocompromised hosts, bone/joint infections, or clinical research is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care in ambulatory and inpatient settings.
• Teach medical students, residents and fellows; supervise trainees.
• Engage in departmental scholarly activities and clinical research.
• Participate in education, patient care, and scholarship missions of the College of Medicine.

Skills

Academic medicine

Clinical teaching

Clinical research

Infectious disease knowledge

Immunocompromised care

Bone and joint infections

Education

MD/DO

ABIM BC/BE in Infectious Diseases

Fellowship in Infectious Disease

Job description

Position Title: Physician - Infectious Disease Department: Internal Medicine Physicians

Job Description: Assistant Professor – Division of Infectious Diseases, Dept. of Medicine The Section of Infectious Diseases, Dept. of Medicine at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center (OUHSC) seeks to recruit new faculty to the Clinician or Clinician Educator pathways at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank. The Section of Infectious Diseases, Dept. of Medicine at the University of Oklahoma Health Campus seeks to recruit a new faculty to the Clinician or Clinician Educator pathways at the Assistant Professor rank. The successful candidate will show strong potential for academic advancement in accord with current College of Medicine criteria. S/he must have a MD/DO (or equivalent) degree, be ABIM BC/BE in Infectious Diseases, licensable to practice in the State of Oklahoma and eligible for credentialing by OU Health. Particular consideration will be given to candidates with additional experience and training in care of immunocompromised hosts, bone and joint infections, and/or clinical research.

Along with the 9 faculty members in the Infectious Diseases Section S/he will engage in the three major missions of the College of Medicine: Education, Patient care, and Scholarship.

Educational responsibilities may include teaching first and second year medical student courses, precepting and supervising trainees at all levels including students, residents, and fellows on inpatient and outpatient services. Educational responsibilities also include participation in Departmental and Section level teaching forums e.g. medical grand rounds, resident lectures, journal clubs, research and clinical conferences.

Patient care activities will be conducted in ambulatory and inpatient settings at OU Medical Center.

The University of Oklahoma Health Campus is a 325-acre comprehensive academic health center comprised of seven colleges on a single urban campus. It is located in the heart of metropolitan Oklahoma City, an energetic and growing community with mild winters, year-round sunshine, low cost of living, and plenty of activities.

The University of Oklahoma Health Campus is an EO/AAE with a strong commitment to diversity.

Responsibilities

Direct patient care as well as teaching and supervision of residents and fellows, medical students, and other trainees.

Qualifications

Applicants must have or be able to obtain a Oklahoma medical license prior to employment and be BC/BE and completed a Fellowship in Infectious Disease.

Candidates are eligible for faculty appointments through the OU College of Medicine - appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Continued employment will be contingent upon successfully obtaining Board Certification in the eligibility timeframe of your specialty.

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more.

We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.

OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care.

OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state’s only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community.

Becker’s Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health’s oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma’s top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure.

OU Health’s mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research. Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals.

We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions.

Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Reasonable accommodations are made to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.