Job Summary:
Physicians with the Division of Hospital Medicine provide comprehensive, patient-centered care for the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses at UW Health practice sites. They are also provided the opportunity to grow the next generation of physicians through hands-on instruction of residents, fellows, and medical students.
Our Division prides itself on building a team of empathetic and collaborative physicians who are dedicated to improving the field of Hospital Medicine through clinical and scholarly endeavors. Successful candidates will demonstrate not only their comprehensive clinical knowledge, but their ability to build trusting relationships with patients from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences. They will also be energized by a unique diversity of practice and the opportunity to work on a highly-skilled multidisciplinary team. We seek candidates who are equally compassionate and comprehensive in their care, and enthusiastic to teach this approach to groups of dedicated and eager learners.
Responsibilities:
Clinical track duties:
The incumbent will be expected to provide clinical patient care, admitting and managing hospital inpatients. The incumbent will also provide medical consultation within the hospital; teach residents, medical students, fellows in relation to patients on the hospitalist service; and participate in system-wide quality improvement projects at UW Health approved locations.
CHS track duties:
The incumbent will be expected to provide clinical patient care, admitting and managing hospital inpatients. The incumbent will also provide medical consultation within the hospital; teach residents, medical students, fellows in relation to patients on the hospitalist service; and participate in system-wide quality improvement projects at UW Health approved locations. Participation in research endeavors of the Division expected.
The successful candidate will participate in administrative and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of UW Health and the School of Medicine and Public Health. An essential part of these duties will be working in a collegial relationship with other faculty members.
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Education:
Required
Terminal Degree
MD, DO, or equivalent
Qualifications:
Previous experience working in the inpatient setting, preferably at a tertiary care center; excellent attention to detail; ability to balance multiple, often competing priorities; ability to collaborate on a multidisciplinary team; excellent communication skills with an emphasis on patient empathy.
For appointment at Associate Professor rank on CHS Track, candidates will meet criteria established by the department and as outlined in the School of Medicine and Public Health guidelines for promotion or appointment to Associate on the CHS Track.
For appointment at Clinical Associate Professor rank on CT Track, candidates will meet criteria established by the department and as outlined in the School of Medicine and Public Health guidelines for promotion or appointment to Associate on the CT Track.
License/Certification:
Required
Must be eligible for Wisconsin medical license by the start date.
Must be Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine by the start date.
ABIM - American Board of Internal Medicine Certification, AOBIM – American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine, ABFM – American Board of Family Medicine, or AOBFP – American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians.
Work Type:
Full or Part Time: 50% - 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration:
Ongoing/Renewable
Anticipated Begin Date:
MAY 21, 2024
Salary:
Negotiable
ANNUAL (12 months)
Additional Information:
The Division will not be able to support a request for a J-1 waiver. If you chose to pursue a waiver and apply for our position, neither the UW nor UWMF will reimburse you for your legal or waiver fees.
This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and every four years.
This position has been identified as a position that will be located in or regularly access UW Health locations. This position will need to adhere to UW Health policies and affiliated requirements. UW Health requires that anyone (all staff, faculty students, volunteers, and other affiliated individuals) working in or regularly accessing UW Health locations receive the COVID-19 primary vaccination series and first booster. This position will be required to adhere to that policy and if not in full compliance to have a plan for achieving full compliance within 40 days of the first day of employment. Additionally, you may be required to adhere to other vaccination requirements. Medical or religious accommodations will be considered.
How to Apply:
To being the application process, please click the "Apply Now" button to create a profile. You will be asked to upload a letter of interest and an up-to-date CV. You will also be asked for a list of contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notice.
Ideally, your letter of interest will address why you are interested in academic medicine and/or the Division of Hospital Medicine at the School of Medicine and Public Health. Moreover, it should detail what knowledge/skills/abilities you're hoping to bring to our growing multidisciplinary team.
The deadline for assuring full consideration is May 16, 2024, however, this position will remain open and applications may be considered until this position is filled.
By applying for this position, applicants will be considered for vacancies in the School of Medicine and Public Health. Candidates do not need to apply to multiple vacancy postings, though we encourage you to review positions at jobs.wisc.edu.
Contact:
Nicole Lee-Herr
nleeherr@medicine.wisc.edu
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title:
Clinical Associate Professor(IC010) or Clinical Assistant Professor(IC011) or Associate Professor (CHS)(IC015) or Assistant Professor (CHS)(IC016)
Department(s):
A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/MEDICINE/HOSPITALST
Employment Class:
Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number:
272490-AS
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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
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