Recurrent Faculty Member - Inpatient Pediatrics - Odessa

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 89,000 - 156,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Paid Time Off

Retirement plans

Wellness Programs

Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) in Lubbock, Texas, invites applications for a part-time pediatric physician. You will deliver care to children from newborns through adolescents, primarily in inpatient and outpatient settings, emphasizing compassionate, evidence-based medicine and teamwork with residents and staff.

The role supports our mission to improve child health across the Permian Basin, with opportunities for teaching, collaboration, and involvement in community

Qualifications

• MD/DO or foreign equivalent required.
• Completion of, or in progress, pediatric residency.
• Board certified/eligible or in process for pediatrics.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for children from newborn to adolescents in inpatient settings.
• Interview, examine, and treat patients.
• Educate patients on wellness and prevention with materials for families.
• Determine urgency of follow-up and refer when needed.
• Precept residents and medical students in inpatient care.

Skills

Clinical care

Patient communication

Clinical decision making

Education

MD/DO or Foreign Equivalent

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Introduction

Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For, TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellent benefits, including paid leave, retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so much more. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positive environment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as we change the future of health care.

About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution’s lasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.

Visa Information

TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H-1B I-129 visa petitions in accordance with the directive issued by Governor Abbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required. On a limited, case-by-case basis, the institution may also sponsor eligible individuals for change-of-status or change-of-employer petitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the $100,000 fee, if applicable.

Position Description

The TTUHSC School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics in the Permian Basin specializes in health care for children of all ages. Our faculty physicians are committed to delivering high quality health care to children, as well as excellence in medical education. Serving the communities of the Permian Basin for over 20 years with a diverse patient population.

Major/Essential Functions

• Provide care for children from newborn to adolescents in an inpatient setting;
• Provides medical care by interviewing, examining, and treating patients;
• Educates patients on wellness, prevention and early detection by providing materials and resources to the patients and families;
• Determines level of urgency of follow-up, referral/consultation appointments; and
• Precept residents and medical students ininpatientcare.

Required Qualifications

• MD/DO or Foreign Equivalent
• Completion of, or in the process of completing, an ACGME accredited Pediatric Residency;
• Board Certified, Board Eligible, or in the process of becoming board eligible, in Pediatrics;

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Texas Medical License;
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records.

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Job Type

Part Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Pay Grade Minimum

Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills

Pay Grade Maximum

Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

Grant Funded?

No

Shift

Other

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.