What are the responsibilities and job description for the School of Medicine-Open Rank-Pediatrics-Hospital Medicine - Nocturnist position at University of Alabama at Birmingham?
Position Information
School/College
School of Medicine
Title
School of Medicine-Open Rank-Pediatrics-Hospital Medicine - Nocturnist
Assignment Category
Full-Time
Rank
Open Rank
Tenure Status
Open Tenure
Payroll Status
Faculty 12
Job Description
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is seeking an outstanding hospitalist nocturnist to join the Division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine, within the Department of Pediatrics. This faculty position will drive the Division and Department’s strategic goal to provide excellent clinical care and medical education.
The division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine (PHM) is comprised of an outstanding group of academic faculty and staff who are recognized as local and national leaders in education, quality improvement, advocacy, informatics, and health systems research. Approximately a third of the PHM faculty are fellowship graduates, many from the division’s own fellowship program. Members within the division are established leaders within the Department and Children’s of Alabama, with roles including leadership of the Pediatrics Clerkship and the Residency Programs, medical directorships of clinical units and informatics programs, and chairpersons of multiple quality and safety initiatives. For more information about our thriving Pediatric Hospital Medicine Division, visit our website at https://www.uab.edu/medicine/peds/divisions/hospital-medicine .
The successful candidate will have excellent clinical skills and interest in medical education. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are necessary, and a record of interdisciplinary collaboration is desirable. Candidates should possess a Doctoral degree (MD and/or MD/PhD), be licensed or eligible for license in the state of Alabama, and be board certified or board eligible in general pediatrics. Salary, rank and tenure to be based on experience and current academic achievements.
The UAB Department of Pediatrics has nationally recognized expertise and firmly established multidisciplinary programs. This position will provide opportunities for growth of divisional programs as well as opportunities for collaboration with other distinguished programs within UAB.
For further information, please contact:
Paul Scalici MD
Associate Division Director, Pediatric Hospital Medicine
pscalici@uabmc.edu
Required Qualifications
MD, DO, MD/PhD
Preferred Qualifications
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
F2224P
Open Date
10/05/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
EEO Statement
UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of, race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression as well as sexual orientation. UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans.
COVID-19 Vaccination Statement
The laws and regulations regarding mandatory COVID-19 vaccination continue to evolve. Please be aware that UAB may determine that obtaining the COVID-19 or related vaccination is a requirement for this position, based on legal changes or otherwise. If that occurs, the successful candidate may be required to submit proof of vaccination or obtain an approved vaccination exemption as a condition of employment.
Pre-employment Background Check
A pre-employment background check investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.
Drug/Nicotine Screen (if applicable)
