Position/Rank
Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor
Department
00251 - Physical Med & Rehab - Oper
Track
Non Tenure Track
New Position to Begin
10/1/14
Details

Job Summary:
1. Position will reside within the Division of PM&R
2. Direct reports will be to the Chair of PM&R
3. Indirect report to PM&R Outpatient Medical Director at PCH
4. Will staff the outpatient clinic within PCH , performing new and return visit appointments
5. Spasticity Management, EMG and Transition Clinics at the University of Utah PM&R Clinic
6. Will collaborate with the other PM&R PCH faculty regarding rounding, journal club, coverage, research, etc.
7. Fulltime position (40+ hours per week)
8. Full University of Utah benefit package (see HR representative) including retirement, health coverage, etc.
9. Administrative support provided

Essential Requirements for Applicant:
1. Residency trained in PM&R
2. PM&R Board Certified/eligible, Pediatric PM&R Board Certified preferred
3. Track record of clinical excellence
4. Experience with pediatric rehabilitation population, especially spasticity and adults with disorders of pediatric onset.
5. Experience with intrathecal pump and other spasticity management
6. Excellence in clinical evaluation and management of the patient with congenital pediatric neuromuscular diseases, including transition clinics to adult care
7. Dedicated commitment to, and enthusiasm for, participating in fellow, resident and medical student education
8. Dedicated commitment to scholarly activity and has demonstrated either a proven track record of scholarly output or exceptional academic potential
9. Excellent interpersonal skills
10. Team player
11. Potential and interest in leading program development initiatives

Clinical Environment Will Include:
1. 1-2 exam rooms per clinic
2. RN & MA OP Clinic Support
3. Pediatric trained therapists (PT/OT/ST)
4. EMG and ultrasound machines and related supplies
5. Physician work space in clinic
6. Administrative office space
7. Support staff available (scheduler, medical secretary, etc.)

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, national origin, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, status as a person with a disability, genetic information, or Protected Veteran status. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. To inquire about the University's nondiscrimination or affirmative action policies or to request disability accommodation, please contact: Director, Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action, 201 S. Presidents Circle, Rm 135, (801) 581-8365.
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The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds, and possess a [strong or demonstrated] commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

The University of Utah Health Sciences Center is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and Respect. The University of Utah HSC values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to the mission of the University of Utah Health Sciences Center.

Please apply at: http://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/32578

If you have any questions, pleas email lizz.clayton@hsc.utah.edu

EEO/Diversity Information

Notice

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). To be eligible for retirement contributions, you must be hired into a benefit-eligible position. Employees with prior URS service may elect to enroll in the URS within 30 days of hire. Regardless of whether they are hired into a benefit-eligible position or not, individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS must notify the Benefits Department upon hire. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801)366-7770 or (800)695-4877 or the University's Benefits Department at (801)581-7447 for information.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen and immunizations.

Special Instructions for Candidates

As an employee of the University of Utah you will be required to comply with all applicable policies and procedures of the University. It is Utah State law that the University of Utah performs a criminal background check on all full-time employee a. This offer is conditioned upon your successfully passing a pre-employment criminal background check.
In accordance with University of Utah policy, this offer of appointment is contingent upon final approval of the President and Board of Trustees of the University of Utah.

Open Date
06/05/2014
Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes
Requisition Number
PRN00856F
Type
Faculty


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