Associate Professor of Clinical, Generalist Division Chief

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The Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences has an exciting opportunity for an Associate Professor of Clinical, General Division Chief. The incumbent will serve as an attending physician in the Division of OB/GYN Generalists, with a focus on the care and treatment of obstetric patients. This includes participation in inpatient and outpatient obstetrical and gynecological clinical practice at the UMMSOM and Jackson Health System sites. Members of the Generalist Division provide comprehensive obstetrical and gynecologic care to women working alongside allied health professionals, specialists and subspecialists in both the University of Miami/ UHealth and Jackson Health Systems. Specialty care includes uterine fibroids, sexual health, pelvic pain, vulvar abnormalities, family planning, preconception counseling, cervical dysplasia, and anal dysplasia. A strong commitment to teaching medical students, residents and fellows, and conducting research are prerequisites for leading the Generalist Division in the role as Division Chief. Clinical investigation includes a broad range of domains, including but not limited to patient oriented, translational, epidemiologic, behavioral, outcomes, implementation or health services research.

In addition, faculty will have the opportunity for daily interaction and teaching to our 28 residents and medical students. All candidates should be dedicated to providing high quality patient care and exemplary teaching. The department is composed of 30+ faculty members and is based at the University of Miami/ UHealth and Jackson Health Systems in Miami, which is easily accessible and centrally located in Miami, Florida. The Jackson Memorial Holtz Women’s & Children’s Hospital averages 4,000 deliveries a year and has a level 3 NICU staffed by UHealth neonatologists. The Women’s Hospital at Jackson Memorial has been recognized by the Maternal Safety Foundation as an Accreta Center of Excellence and as VBAC Center of Excellence.

Job Functions

Collaborating with the Chair to execute the strategic planning for the Division and the Department

Work with the Chair to attract outstanding faculty

Leading clinical and research initiatives

Managing the operations of the Division

Mentoring junior faculty members

Working closely with the Director of Patient Safety and Quality and other members of the clinical and research Departmental leadership

Interacting with UMMSOM, UHealth, and Jackson Health System leadership

Active participation in the inpatient and outpatient clinical practice of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Miami Kendall Medical Center, Desai Sethi Institute, Doral Commons, University of Miami Hospital and Jackson Memorial Hospital

Participation in the advancement and education of “OB/GYN” medical students, residents, and fellows

Develops and carries out a comprehensive medical treatment plan addressing biological, psychological, and sociocultural domains

Performs physical assessment of patients in a logical and respectful manner. Prescribes medical treatment and clinical drugs to patients

Gathers essential and accurate information through the review of pertinent records and interviews with the patient, family members, caregivers, and other health professionals. Reports to the responsible physician and complies with policy co-sig.

Reports hazardous or unsafe conditions, equipment malfunction, and supply instrumentation inadequacies to appropriate personnel

Reports all Quality Assurance (QA) incidences, including mediation errors, to responsible physician using department guidelines

Assumes responsibility for increasing knowledge and expertise by attending continuing educational offerings

Makes informed decisions about interventions based on patient information and preference, up-to-date scientific evidence in the field, and clinical judgment

Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal and state guidelines and regulations

Oversee the obstetric and gynecologic inpatient experiences, including Labor and Birth

Oversee Generalist Division outpatient activities

Mentor the Generalist Division faculty

Oversee the clinical, research, and teaching activities of Generalist Division faculty

Develop protocols and implement patient safety initiatives to improve clinical outcomes

Monitor quality and appropriateness of medical care, as well as performance metrics

Develop Divisional policies and procedures

Develop Divisional research and protocols

Participate in clinical peer review, documentation, and care planning

Ensure that the interface between Division, the Department and other departments are managed optimally

Ensure effective team communication and promote a positive culture in the Department

Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets

Required to cover 12 hours shifts on L&D, 6 shifts per month

Minimum Requirements

Education:

MD/DO and Board Certified/Board Eligible in Obstetrics & Gynecology

Certification and Licensing:

Certification in relevant specialty or field required

Must hold or be eligible for a full, unrestricted Florida Medical license and DEA

Experience:

Ten years of experience as an academic OBGYN Generalist encompassing entire spectrum of clinical practice, education - clinical instruction/teaching, and research.

Five years of progressive supervisory experience consisting of oversight of other providers, program development and administration, fiscal oversight and management, development of peer or junior faculty research endeavors, and/or other leadership development and growth accomplishments.

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.

Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.

Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

Commitment to the University’s core values.

Founded in 1925 as a private non-sectarian institution and South Florida’s first university, the University of Miami is comprised of three main campuses that house 12 schools and colleges. Approximately 2,000 research studies led by over 1,650 principal investigators have resulted in over $365 million in annual research and sponsored program expenditures. The majority of this work is in biomedicine and biological sciences. Jackson Health System, opened in 1918, is the largest major teaching facility for the UMMSOM and State of Florida. It serves over 2 million citizens with its 1,550 licensed beds.

Jackson Memorial Hospital, the flagship hospital, is the largest teaching hospital in our nation, and is located on the UMMSOM/ Jackson Memorial Hospital medical campus. It has many roles in South Florida, acting as a full-service provider for the indigent and uninsured, a regional referral center, and a magnet for medical research and innovation. Holtz Children’s Hospital, attached to Jackson Memorial Hospital, is one of the largest children’s hospitals in the southeast United States, and is known worldwide for their team of pediatric specialists experienced in treating children with all types of needs, from routine care to life-saving procedures. They also train the most pediatric physicians of any medical center in the southeast U.S. Through the values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity and Teamwork (DIRECCT), the University of Miami strives to create an environment where everyone contributes in making the University of Miami a great place to work. The University of Miami is one of the largest private employers in Miami-Dade County; home to more than 13,400 faculty and staff from all over the world. 

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