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Job Description:
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The University of Florida, Department of Pediatrics is currently recruiting a full-time pediatric hospitalist to join our dynamic and engaging inpatient team. Responsibilities include providing exceptional inpatient care to admitted patients at UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital, as well as teaching pediatric and off-service residents and medical students. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) non-tenure accruing position with the opportunity to participate in research, quality improvement, and education. Other highlights include a generous CME allowance, strong interdisciplinary team support, easy access to multiple subspecialists, and no required newborn nursery coverage. Our PHM faculty serve in various leadership roles within the UF Health system and College of Medicine. Faculty are part of the VIP network and are involved in multi-site projects. This position provides ample opportunity for professional growth in multiple facets of medicine.
UF Health-Pediatrics
UF Health, the University of Florida’s academic health center, is the country’s only academic health center with six health-related colleges located on a single, contiguous campus. The colleges, major research centers and institutes, and clinical enterprises focus on building collaborative specialized clinical services centered on quality and innovation. The UF College of Medicine, the largest college within UF’s academic health center, is currently the highest-ranked medical school in Florida. UF Health Shands, UF Health’s private, not-for-profit hospital system, includes seven hospitals, a state-designated Level I trauma center, a Level IV neonatal intensive care unit, a regional burn center, and an emergency air and ground transport program.
The Department of Pediatrics clinical services are delivered at UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital, which was named one of the best Children’s Hospital in Florida in the U.S. News & World Report rankings. Nationally ranked in five pediatric specialties, UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital provides the full spectrum of pediatric specialty services and is among the Top 5 children’s hospitals in the Southeast US. UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital is a major destination center for pediatric patients, both nationally and internationally, who require specialized attention for complex medical problems.
UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital represents the only quaternary-care academic pediatric center in North Florida. The children’s hospital has 208 beds, including fully-equipped pediatric and neonatal intensive care units. UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital is part of the Children's Miracle Network's alliance of premier hospitals for children.
The Department of Pediatrics is committed to fostering innovation and advancing discovery in the biomedical and psychosocial aspects of child health and human development, educating and training pediatric scientists, and directly translating basic scientific discoveries into new patient-oriented therapies. In the most recent fiscal year, the department was home to over $30.5M in sponsored research.
UF Health faculty work in multidisciplinary teams with researchers in the five other Health Science Center colleges, as well as those from across the University. The focus of team efforts is often grown out of the Centers and Institutes, including the Evelyn F. and William L. McKnight Brain Institute, the UF Genetics Institute, the Powell Gene Therapy Center, and the UF Health Cancer Center.
Gainesville, Florida
Gainesville, FL, is a vibrant city that offers a mix of culture, outdoor beauty, and a dynamic community atmosphere. The city, touted as one of the more affordable cost-of-living communities in Florida, is surrounded by stunning natural attractions like the Florida Museum of Natural History, Paynes Prairie Preserve, crystal clear freshwater springs, and several scenic parks, making it ideal for outdoor adventures. Gainesville also has a strong sense of community and is recognized for its festivals, farmer’s markets, and diverse dining options downtown. The historic Hippodrome Theatre is the perfect place to indulge in live performances or independent films. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy many Division I NCAA sports (Go Gators).
We Offer Exceptional Benefits
- Low-cost State Health Plans: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Generous Retirement Options to Secure Your Future
- Comprehensive Paid Time Off Package (including 11 paid holidays, as well as paid family, sick, and vacation leave)
- Exceptional Personal and Professional Development Opportunities
- Tuition Assistance (UF Employee Education Program)
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
- No State Income Tax
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a sufficient applicant pool has been established.
Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and names and contact information for three professional references, or three letters of reference.
Selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if a designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approval by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://naces.org/.
The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.
This requisition may be used to fill multiple positions
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