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The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Florida is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible physician in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine to join the faculty at UF Health Shands Hospital for Children. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a vibrant and expanding academic center with a 24-bed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) that supports a fellowship program and offers extensive opportunities for teaching, quality improvement, and research activities.
UF Health Shands Hospital for Children provides comprehensive care with full representation of all pediatric medical and surgical subspecialties, including trauma, burn, and transplant services. The faculty member in this role will provide high-level clinical care in the PICU and actively participate in the education of medical students, residents, and fellows, as well as engage in scholarly or quality-focused projects.
Rank and Tenure Status
This position is a non-tenure track faculty role, available at the level of Clinical Assistant Professor, Clinical Associate Professor, or Clinical Professor, commensurate with experience and academic accomplishments.
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, along with the clinical enterprise, 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 2023-24 U.S. News & World Report rankings. Nationally ranked in four pediatric specialties, UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital provides the full spectrum of pediatric specialty services and is among the top children’s hospitals in the Southeast US. UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital provides care for the children of Florida and 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, including 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 tons of dining options downtown. The historic Hippodrome Theatre is the perfect venue to enjoy live performances or independent films. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy many Division I NCAA sports (Go Gators).
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
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