Title: Assistant Professor, Pediatrics

Department Org: Pediatrics - 110380

Employee Classification: A1 - Faculty Full Time 12 Mth HSC

Bargaining Unit: Bargaining Unit Exempt

Primary Location: HSC C

Job Description:

Faculty in the department of Pediatrics will devote full-time attention and efforts to fulfilling at the highest levels of professional competence the ethical, educational, and academic duties and responsibilities of the appointment as may be assigned to you by the Chair of the Department of Pediatrics. You will be expected to participate fully and with distinction in both undergraduate and graduate medical education, and to carry out your share of advising duties and committee assignments. Your primary responsibilities, representing approximately 90% of your effort will be to provide clinical services in your specialty of Pediatrics at the assigned clinical location. Along with your clinical duties, it is expected that you will actively participate in the training program for all learners in the college and engage in research and scholarship.

Teaching responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Attendance at monthly Grand Rounds presentations
• Presenter at Grand Rounds (1 or more times annually)
• Case Based Learning lectures to medical students
• Attendance and participation at didactic sessions
• In clinic supervision and teaching of Residents and Students
• Leading collaborative quality / performance improvement initiatives in the school and regionally
• Attendance at monthly faculty meetings
• On-going commitment to clinical research, health services/outcomes research, and community based participatory research or implementation science

Clinical Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Conduct regular thorough examinations on newborns and young children to check and record their health and normal physical development
• Examine sick children to determine their condition and ask intuitive questions to gather information about symptoms
• Reach an informed diagnosis based on scientific knowledge and individual medical history
• Prescribe medications and give detailed instructions for administration
• Prescribe and interpret appropriate lab tests to gain more information for possible infections or abnormalities
• Prepare and administer vaccines according to the guidelines
• Examine and treat injuries and refer the little patients to physicians of other disciplines when necessary (e.g. surgeons, ophthalmologist, orthopedics, etc.)
• Advise parents on children’s diet, exercise and disease preventative measures
• Keep updated records of patients’ illnesses, surgeries, or other medical episodes (allergic shocks, injuries, etc.)
• Keep abreast of advancement in pediatrics and best practices by attending seminars and conferences

Minimum Qualifications:

• Full and unrestricted license to practice medicine in the state of Ohio
• Membership and in good standing on the medical staff of the University of Toledo Medical Center and affiliated hospitals, with clinical privileges in the Department of Pediatrics, in accordance with the Medical Staff bylaws, rules and regulations and applicable policies.
• Eligibility as a certified provider in the Medicare, Medicaid and other federal and state health care programs; and
• Insurability in the professional liability policy of the practice plan.
• Active candidacy or diplomate status with the American Board of Pediatrics
• Successful completion of a 3-year accredited Pediatric residency with suitability for performance of Primary Care.
• Board Certified in Pediatrics – ABP

Communication and Other Skills:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook is required.
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and self-motivation with the ability to motivate others
• Ability to learn new systems and adapt to changes.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously is essential while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity is essential.
• Must possess valid driver’s license. Requires own transportation to accommodate on and off work activities.
• Experience with research and clinical studies.
• Experience with collaborative quality improvement projects
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to accommodate department needs (early AM or later PM

Benefits:

• Eligibility for health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage through the University of Toledo
• Retirement Benefits, including two pension plans:
  • UTP has a pension plan with employer contribution
  • UT Academic Pension
• Paid Time Off, Holidays, Sick Leave, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
• UT provided Tuition Fee Waiver Program for Employee and Dependent(s)
• Long Term and Short-Term Disability.
• UTP opts out of social security, reducing the employee's payroll taxes

About Toledo, Ohio:

The city of Toledo is located in NW Ohio near the western point of Lake Erie and along the Maumee River. Being the 4th largest city in Ohio, Toledo continues to grow as it is home to over 200,000 residents. There is much to see and do as it is home to 19 large metro parks with over 120 miles to bike, walk, and hike along the trails. Downtown Toledo is the hub for entertainment, as you can visit the Toledo Museum of Art, the Toledo Zoo, and the Toledo Symphony Orchestra! The city also partakes in numerous sports activities, from minor league baseball, golfing clubs, and hockey, which can all be found within a few miles of each other. Toledo continues to be one of the most affordable places to live in the region. There are many different living options, from lofts in downtown to comfortable suburbs and villas. Toledo holds many high-quality schools and universities open for parents and students.

Conditions of Employment:

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation. 

The University is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, dual-career professionals and covered veterans.

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