Assistant Professor of Clinical - Anesthesiology
University of Miami

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General Anesthesiologist Job Description:

The Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative Medicine and Pain Management at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine (UMMSOM) is experiencing a period of expansion and is seeking exceptional candidates to join the faculty. The University of Miami is considered among the top tier institutions of higher education in the U.S. for its academic excellence, superior medical care, and cutting-edge research. We are one of the largest private employers in Miami-Dade County; home to more than 16,000 faculty and staff from all over the world.

Employment Requirements:

• Candidates for this position should have completed a US approved residency in Anesthesiology or have obtained equivalent training and certification.
  
• Board Eligibility or Certification in Anesthesiology is required for this position. (Equivalence to board certification can be determined on a case-by-case basis).
  
• While research experience is not required to apply for this position it is highly desirable.
  

Job Description:

• Generalists should feel comfortable performing a wide variety of cases including orthopedics, GYN, community OB, abdominal cases, general vascular, and kidney transplants. Generalists are NOT required to perform cardiac cases or treat small children (< 2 yrs of age). Limited skills in regional and the ability to anesthetize older children is helpful.
  
• Applicants should be comfortable supervising residents, CRNAs, and SRNAs.
  
• Applicants should also feel comfortable performing cases on their own if required.
  
• Applicants should be able to participate in the academic activities of the department including teaching and mentoring trainees and participating in departmental conferences and faculty meetings.
  
• Call is expected to be 3-4 overnight calls per month (some calls may be from home). There may also be a need for evening and weekend calls.
  
• The effort distribution may change based on department needs, candidate's interests, and success in obtaining extramural grant funding.
  
  

Compensation

• Compensation is dependent on years of experience and determination of professorial rank at the time of hiring.
  
  

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. Most 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 currently serves over 2 million citizens with its 1,550 licensed beds, soon to be more due to the expansion of additional campuses.

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 to 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.

UMMSOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and members of minority groups. Licensure by the Florida Medical Board will be required prior to commencement of employment. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply via the University of Miami Careers Website, https://www.hr.miami.edu/careers/index.html.

For any questions or issues with applying, contact Charlene Pelaez, Executive Assistant to the Chair/Department Recruiter at charlene.pelaez@med.miami.edu.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

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Job Status:
Full time

Employee Type:
Faculty-UMMG

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