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  • Vice Chair of Research - Associate Professor

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    Family Medicine Vice Chair of Research for Family Medicine Opportunity
    Associate Professor-Tenure Track
    University of Texas Medical Branch – Galveston, Texas

    DESCRIPTION

    UTMB Health is a $2.2 billion health science center comprised of five hospitals, an extensive network of outpatient clinics, and Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Health Professions, Public and Population Health, as well as a Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, three institutes and over 10 exceptional research centers.  UTMB has a long and remarkable history of advancing health sciences education, research, and patient care. It was the first academic health center in Texas and is home to the state’s first schools of medicine, nursing, and allied health sciences. UTMB is also home to the Galveston National Laboratory, one of only two laboratories conducting research on a university campus at the BSL-4 level in the U.S. Overall research funding has increased 20% over the past five years to $132 million and UTMB ranks 54th nationally in NIH funding among medical schools. UTMB also ranks as a five-star hospital by Vizient, for superior performance in providing high quality care. 

    The UTMB Department of Family Medicine was founded as an independent department in 1971 but existed prior to that as a division of the Department of Preventive Medicine and Population Health. Family Medicine faculty provide medical care to Galveston County residents through its three clinics, located on the UTMB Galveston campus, on the western end of Galveston Island, and in Dickinson, Texas, and through its inpatient service at the new Jennie Sealy Hospital in Galveston, Texas. Additional services are rendered at the Gulf Health Care Center nursing home and the Galveston County Health District's Coastal Health & Wellness. At present the Department includes programs in medical student education, residency, faculty development, and research.

    The Vice Chair for Research will have an MD, DO or PhD and effort will be joint between Academic Affairs of the UTMB John Sealy School of Medicine and the Department of Family Medicine. Working with the department chair of family medicine, and as part of the departmental leadership team, the Vice-Chair for Research will be responsible for setting the research agenda for the department and will lead, mentor and assist Family Medicine faculty and resident physicians in developing research projects, organizing and operationalizing data and publishing findings in peer reviewed manuscripts. Experience with clinical trials, quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods study design is preferred as is extramural funding in a personal program of research.  The Vice Chair for Research will collaborate with leaders within, and external to, the department of family medicine to drive faculty curiosity and create a research culture that is strategic and innovative. The successful candidate will have demonstrated the ability to build collaborative research relationships with a diverse group of academic, health system, and community partners. 

    The Vice Chair for Research will have an MD, DO or PhD and effort will be 60% time in Family Medicine and 40% time in Academic Affairs. Details of the research role includes 60% research effort to identify funding opportunities to advance clinical, translational, workforce and educational research, as well as continue pursuit of their own research interest. Academic Affairs duties include the following: Assist in the revision, development, maintenance, management, and execution of JSSOM’s educational programs and resources related to student research and scholarly productivity. Deliver high-quality educational sessions (lectures, workshops, PBL, TBL, CBL) to medical students and faculty promoting active learning and critical thinking related to evidence-based medicine and research methods. Guide faculty in the development and implementation of scholarly activities related to health services, population/public health research, and/or public health initiatives.  Collaborate with educational leadership to enhance and improve the quality and effectiveness of the medical education program and improve opportunities for implementing changes based on feedback and outcome data analysis.  Engage in medical education research and participate in scholarly activities.  Advise and mentor students and faculty on research interests, research opportunities, and in research settings. Serve on various JSSOM committees and participate in the admissions process.

    What UTMB has to offer potential candidates:

    • A high quality academic and clinical program.
    • Participation in medical student, resident, and fellow education and training.
    • Leadership and career advancement opportunities.
    • Research participation is highly encouraged and supported.
    • Faculty appointment at the Assistant Professor or higher level.
    • Competitive salary with a generous bonus and benefits package.

    Candidate Requirements:

    • MD, PhD or DO degree
    • A strong commitment to research, patient care, medical student, and resident education.
    • U.S. Citizenship or Employment Authorization to work in the U.S.
    • 2-3 years of research experience is preferred.

    Income Package:  

    Salary is commensurate with Academic rank, experience, and qualifications.  In addition, UTMB offers a superior benefits package, an excellent retirement program, a relocation allowance as well as other potential incentives.

    Living in communities served by UTMB Health:  

    UTMB’s main campus is located on Galveston Island which is known for its 32 miles of beaches all along the Texas Gulf Coast. Enjoy the island life with moderate temperatures, year-round activities, affordable cost of living and only 50 minutes from all the amenities that Houston has to offer! Enjoy our family culture and collaborative environment while you work, live, & play on sunny Galveston Island!  Go to http://www.utmb.edu/utmbliving/ find out more about Galveston and the surrounding communities.

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

  • Residency Program Director - Associate Professor

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    DESCRIPTION

    Discover a unique opportunity to serve as the Program Director of a vibrant Family Medicine Residency Program in the Department of Family Medicine at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB). The department’s residency program is a 12-12-12 program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME). Reporting to the chair of the department, this opportunity is for an energetic faculty member with a desire to shape the future of family medicine and champion the next phase of growth for the residency program.

    In this role the program director will work with assistant and associate program directors, departmental faculty, and other education leaders to provide leadership and innovation in residency education, curriculum, evaluation, accreditation, diversity and inclusion, wellbeing and leadership development. The program director is expected to exemplify commitment to leadership in resident education and program administration to continuously improve the program and resident physician experience. The program director will also collaborate closely with other departmental leadership, including the department chair and leadership in the areas of research, clinical, undergraduate medical education, and community outreach to work together towards the department’s strategic goals.

    The program director is expected to role model outstanding clinical care, including, but not limited to, caring for patients and supervising residents in clinical settings. This position will provide direct patient care in the family medicine clinics and teaching and supervising family medicine residents. Family medicine faculty provide medical care to Galveston County residents through its three clinics, located on the UTMB Galveston campus (Island East), on the western end of Galveston Island (Island West), and in Dickinson, Texas. This physician may share on-call responsibilities, including evening and weekend hours, precept medical students and cover other clinical services as needed. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in assessment, evaluation and scholarship and will be supported by the program to further develop these skills. It is expected that this faculty member will make scholarly contributions to the department and to medicine overall.

    OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE

    • Working with assistant/associate program directors and the department, resident selection, orientation, evaluation, and remediation; curriculum development; program evaluation, accreditation, and improvement; supervision and mentoring of family medicine residents and chief residents.
    • Create a positive learning climate, foster psychological safety of residents and the residency leadership team, and role model professionalism and clinical excellence
    • Advance program mission and values including promoting a diverse and inclusive environment and a holistic approach to resident recruitment.
    • Participate in the evaluation of the residents and decisions related to their advancement in the training program following Milestones 2.0 through the Clinical Competency Committee
    • Oversee all aspects of compliance and accreditation through the ACGME
    • Oversee implementation of policies and procedures consistent with the institutional and program requirements for resident duty hours and the working environment, including moonlighting
    • Define structure for weekly Program Leadership and Chief Resident meetings
    • Participate in planning and implementing resident wellness activities
    • Serve on the Clinical Competency Committee
    • Review and revise curriculum and evaluation documents and process
    • Plan and participate in program retreats and participate in the annual program reviews
    • Intervene as necessary to scheduling concerns or resident issues brought to your attention by the Chief Residents
    • Create structured educational activities (Morning Report, noon conferences, journal clubs) at least weekly for department faculty and resident physicians
    • Participate in department conferences including Grand Rounds and Morbidity and Mortality

    SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

    • Well-documented speaking, teaching, and writing skills.
    • Ability to communicate with others in a clear, understandable and professional manner in person and on the phone
    • Skilled in active listening, considering different perspectives, and ability to identify bias in oneself.
    • Experience in precepting family medicine resident physicians in a primary care setting.
    • Effective professional management skills, including the ability to plan, organize and schedule work in an efficient and productive manner, focusing on key priorities and meeting deadlines.
    • Ability to interact with peers, executives, employees, and consultants in a manner that represents UTMB positively.
    • Ability to build and lead high-performing teams; must be able to provide clear and accurate direction and guidance while also cultivating an environment of psychological safety.
    • Sound judgment in decision-making.
    • Ability to learn and apply new information, knowledge and experiences in a timely manner.
    • Flexibility and adaptability to change.
    • Ability to work on multiple tasks and projects and to prioritize.
    • Plan, promote, demonstrate, recommend and coordinate high standards of medical practice.
    • Perform other duties as assigned.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
    MD or DO degree, ABFM board certified, Texas Medical License current or eligible, DPS eligible.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
    Current valid/unrestricted Texas Medical License

    SALARY: 
    Commensurate with experience

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

  • Assistant Professor - Non-Tenure Clinical with OB

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    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

    This faculty will be 90% clinical effort and 10% admin as a Medical Director. This physician will provide direct patient care in the Family Medicine Clinics, provide teaching and supervision of Family Medicine residents. This physician may share on-call responsibilities, including evening and weekend hours, precept medical students and cover other clinical services as needed. This faculty will have 90% clinical effort, including OB, and practice at the Island West Clinic, Island East Clinic (PCP), or Dickinson Family Medicine Clinics. 

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

    MD or DO degree, ABFM board certified, Texas Medical License current or eligible, DPS eligible. At least three years of experience.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

    Current valid/unrestricted Texas Medical License

    SALARY: $220,000.00 Commensurate with experience

    EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:

    UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

  • Assistant Professor - Non-Tenure Clinical

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    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

    This faculty will be 100% clinical effort. This physician will provide direct patient care in the Family Medicine Clinics, provide teaching and supervision of Family Medicine residents. This physician may share on-call responsibilities, including evening and weekend hours, precept medical students and cover other clinical services as needed. This faculty will have 100% clinical effort and practice at the Island West Clinic, Island East Clinic (PCP), or Dickinson Family Medicine Clinics.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

     MD or DO degree, ABFM board certified, Texas Medical License current or eligible, DPS eligible.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

    Current valid/unrestricted Texas Medical License

    SALARY: 

    Commensurate with experience

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.