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Community and Societal Pediatrics, Pediatric Physiatrist -CLIN AST/ASO/FULL PROF

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Community and Societal Pediatrics, Pediatric Physiatrist - CLIN AST/ASO/FULL PROF Job No: 530224 | Work Type: Full Time | Location: Jacksonville Campus | Categories: Medicine/Physicians | Department: 30090000 - JX-PEDIATRICS-JACKSONVILLE Job Description

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Florida College of Medicine-Jacksonville is seeking a full-time BE/BC experienced Pediatric Physiatrist to join our UF Health Pediatric Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation practice. The practice provides comprehensive outpatient care to 1000+ children and consultative inpatient services in Wolfson Children\'s Hospital and Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital. This position will report to the Chief of the Division of Community and Societal Pediatrics and Chair of the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Florida College of Medicine - Jacksonville. Staff Includes 2 Triple Boarded Physicians, 4 APPs, Nurse Care Coordinator, Social Worker, a Physical Therapist, As Well As Triage, Referral And Clinical Support Staff As Part Of a Multidisciplinary Team. The Full-time Pediatric Physiatrist Will Be Responsible For: Providing consultative inpatient services at Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital (0.50 FTE M-F) Providing outpatient care to new and established patients as part of the care team (0.50 FTE M-F) Shared after hours and weekend call coverage for both outpatient clinic and Wolfson Children\'s Hospital (1 of 6 rotating providers). Clinical supervision and education of fellows, residents, medical students and Advanced Practice Providers. General Duties And Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive care and rehabilitation services to children with complex medical and therapy needs including those with severe disabilities such as cerebral palsy, brain and spinal cord injuries and musculoskeletal disorders. Work within a comprehensive rehabilitation team in both an inpatient and outpatient setting which also includes a Spasticity Management and Rehabilitation Team (SMART). May provide treatment services such as Botox and phenol injections for spasticity and Baclofen pump management; Physical, occupational and speech therapy referral; Orthotics and serial casting referral; and Coordination with Pediatric neurosurgery for selective dorsal rhizotomy evaluation. Participation in monthly department faculty meetings, administrative functions and institutional committees as requested. Clinical supervision and education of fellows, residents, medical students and Advanced Practice Providers. Our team is actively engaged in clinical and health-systems research—providing opportunities for advancing academic pursuits. The Practice is part of the Bower Lyman Center for Medically Complex Children that cares for 2000+ children and young adults with complex medical problems from birth to age 23 years, and provides inpatient palliative care services. The Center provides a unique, comprehensive system of care for children in collaboration with Wolfson Children\'s Hospital. With more than 6,200 faculty and staff, UF Health in Jacksonville is the largest UF campus outside of Gainesville. UF Health physicians offer primary care and specialty services in practices throughout Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, tallying more than 650,000 outpatient visits and more than 40,000 inpatient admissions annually. UF Health in Jacksonville, Florida, Is Comprised Of

UF Health Jacksonville, an academic health center near Downtown Jacksonville and home to the area\'s only adult and pediatric Level I trauma program UF Health North, a 92-bed hospital and outpatient medical campus in North Jacksonville UF Health Science Center Jacksonville, which encompasses three UF colleges in Jacksonville: Medicine, Nursing and Pharmacy UF Jacksonville Physicians, Inc., a network of primary and specialty care centers offering exceptional patient care throughout Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia Expected Salary: Negotiable based on experience and academic appointment. Minimum Requirements: Applicants must possess a MD/DO degree and possess or be eligible for a Florida Medical License. Preferred Qualifications: Board certified/eligible in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine. Special Instructions To Applicants: The Search Committee will begin to review applications as soon as an applicant pool is identified. Please provide letter of intent and Curriculum Vitae. The final 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 approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to nondiscrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida\'s Sunshine Law. Health Assessment Required: Yes. Applications Close: To apply, visit the UF career site. Our Commitment: The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. For disability accommodations, call 352-392-2HRS or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD). Note: This posting includes references to UF Health Jacksonville components and the community; dates and availability are subject to change.

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