About the role
Advertising Ends on: Extended Until Position is Filled Advertising Started on: Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024 College: Carver College of Medicine Department: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Salary Salary: Commensurate Position Details Full/Part Time Status: NegotiablePosition Description: The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Iowa seeks an Academic OBGYN in the Division of General Obstetrics and Gynecology. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Responsibilities will include instruction and supervision of resident physicians and medical students in various inpatient and outpatient settings.
Preference given to those with interest and/or background experience in vulvar vaginal diseases, pediatric adolescent gynecology or pelvic pain. There is also opportunity for career development in those same specialized clinic services and/or clinical research interest in obstetrics and gynecology.
This role will be based at the Medical Center on the University Campus – staffing the obstetric unit, supervising the benign gynecology team and the resident continuity clinic, and providing outpatient care. The position includes in-house and back-up call responsibilities overnight and on weekends. The position includes rounding on antepartum and postpartum patients, rounding on gynecologic patients, providing obstetric and gynecologic consultations to the inpatient and emergency departments, consulting for family practice obstetric providers and advanced practice providers. There are opportunities to be involved in obstetric and gynecologic quality and safety initiatives and committees and clinical informatics.
Opportunity Highlights
Exposure to exciting cases and opportunities for professional growth
Opportunity to work in a high-volume and growing (approx. 3,300 births/year), high-risk labor and delivery unit
Teaching of medical students and residents (6 per year)
Extensive 24/7 backup system
In-house Anesthesia and Level 4 NICU
Large academic OB/GYN department with a rich history and commitment to training the next generation of OB/GYNs
OB/GYN Department includes subspecialties Gyn Oncology, Urogynecology, MIGS, REI, MFM, and Midwifery.
Excellent work-life balance - with opportunities for additional shifts for extra compensation
Care for a diverse patient population in a supportive and collegial environment
Develop and participate in research activities and/or involvement with hospital and university committees, if desired
Competitive compensation, benefits package, and CME allowance
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.
Education Requirement: Successful candidates must possess a medical degree (MD) or doctor of osteopathy (DO). This position also requires completion of an ACGME-accredited residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Required Qualifications: Excellent clinical and surgical skills, excellent skills in patient management, strong oral and written communication skills, demonstrated teaching skills, and commitment to team culture. Certifications: Candidates should be ABOG board eligible/certified.
Candidates will be required to have licensure eligibility by the Iowa Board of Medicine and will be required to be licensed by the Iowa Board of Medicine before commencement of employment.
Online Application Required DocumentsCurriculum Vitae Name and Contact Information of References Letter of Interest
Number of References: 3
To start the Online Application process for this position, click the "Apply for This Position" button located below the Contact Information.
Contact InformationContact: Miriam E Murray - [email protected] Cmed-Obstetrics/Gynecology Pomerantz Family Pavilion 720 Melrose Avenue 51210 PFP Iowa City, IA 52242 Phone: 319-356-7072
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or [email protected], to inquire or discuss accommodation needs.
Prospective employees may review the University Campus Security Policy and the latest annual crime statistics by contacting the Department of Public Safety at 319/335-5022.
How to apply
Read the full posting, then apply through the employer's own site. Applications are handled by the institution, not by AcademicGates.