Rheumatologist - Faculty

Overview:

USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community.

USA Health is changing how medical care, education and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists and researchers provide the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall wellbeing of our community.

The Department of Internal Medicine for the University of South Alabama is seeking a full-time board-certified/board eligible Rheumatology Physician to join our practice. Primary responsibilities are providing patient care in general rheumatology clinic, outpatient procedures and inpatient consultation. Providers may be asked to assist with inpatient general internal medicine teaching services at our hospital as well. Applicants are required to have an MD or equivalent and must be eligible for licensure in the State of Alabama. Applicants with credentials to support the rank of assistant, associate or full professor will be considered.

We seek applicants with an understanding of the medical, educational, clinical, and administrative issues for Internal Medicine residents and 1st-4th year medical students at a small medical school. Successful applicants will assist with the residency program needs and quality improvement programs. There are expectations for career advancement through the academic promotions process.

Additional responsibilities for this role include but not limited to:

Teach and mentor medical students, residents, and other healthcare providers
A commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive learning and patient care environment

Interested applicants should contact Nasser Lakkis, MD., Professor and Chair Department of Internal Medicine via email: nlakkis@health.southalabama.edu.

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A curriculum vitae is required to apply. A cover letter is optional.