University of Kansas Medical Center
OBGYN Maternal Fetal Medicine Assistant/Associate/Professor
University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas, United States, 66115
Overview
Department: SOM KC Gynecology & Obstetrics (OBGYN). Position Title: OBGYN Maternal Fetal Medicine Assistant/Associate/Professor. Job Family Group: Academic. The Tenure track appointments are full-time with an initial probationary period of seven years. Criteria for promotion include significant achievements in teaching, research/scholarship, and service. The award of tenure is based on potential for sustained contributions, performing beyond expected duties, and demonstrating leadership and innovation in activities that enhance the reputation of the University. The Clinical Scholar Track is for full-time faculty members heavily involved in clinical service, education, and related scholarship. This track has two career paths: Clinician-Educator (teaching) and Clinician-Investigator (research/scholarship). Significant contributions in professional and academic service are required for both paths. The Division offers an ACGME accredited three-year Maternal-Fetal Medicine Fellowship. The Division faculty are involved in fellow, resident, and medical student education and hold academic appointments from the University of Kansas School of Medicine. Key Roles and Responsibilities
Management of high-risk service one week in six. Maintain an MFM ambulatory service. Interpret obstetrical ultrasounds. Perform obstetrical diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Provide patient-care duties that may involve supervising trainees (medical students, residents, or fellows) as directed by the attending physician. Support the broader clinical and service activities of the Medical School. Teach by giving lectures as assigned to faculty, fellows, residents or students. Provide teaching in clinics and inpatient service for residents, fellows and medical students. Perform other duties as assigned by the Chair or the Director of the Maternal-Fetal Medicine Division. Call involves coverage of the inpatient High Risk Pregnancy service (1 week in 6) and is primarily phone-only after normal business hours. Deliveries are managed by in-house hospitalist coverage. Our Level III NICU is staffed by full-time Neonatology specialists and supported by multiple Pediatric Subspecialists including a Pediatric Surgery team. Center for Advanced Fetal Care is supported by 18 sonographers (majority fetal echo and nuchal translucency certified) with a dedicated fetal surveillance area. The Center is ADA certified and supported by a Diabetic Educator, 5 experienced nurse coordinators, 4 board-certified perinatal genetic counselors, medical assistants and patient service representatives, working with physicians to ensure efficient and premium quality of care. Division is active in research including NIH-funded grant studies and collaborations with institutional and industrial partners. Program includes an ACGME-accredited three-year Maternal-Fetal Medicine Fellowship. Note: This job description is not designed to cover every duty and may change at any time with or without notice. Licensing / Qualifications
Successful completion of an ACGME Obstetrics & Gynecology residency and Maternal-Fetal Medicine fellowship program. Board eligible or board certified in maternal-fetal medicine. Eligible for Kansas and Missouri medical licenses. Statement for Faculty and Physician: This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area to ensure the foundational knowledge and skill set required to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is based on accreditation requirements, institutional standards, and alignment with peer benchmarks. Skills
Critical thinking skills Technical skills Communication skills Required Documents
Resume/CV Cover Letter If selected as a final candidate, you may be required to complete the Association of American of Universities Representations and Warranties document and sign a release of records for background checks. A copy of the Representations and Warranties document can be found here. Comprehensive Benefits Package
Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance. Health expense accounts with employer contributions are available if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off (vacation and sick) accrues upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day after six months, and bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave after 12 months. A retirement program with employer contributions and voluntary plans (457 or 403b) are available. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html Employee Type: Regular Time Type: Full time
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Department: SOM KC Gynecology & Obstetrics (OBGYN). Position Title: OBGYN Maternal Fetal Medicine Assistant/Associate/Professor. Job Family Group: Academic. The Tenure track appointments are full-time with an initial probationary period of seven years. Criteria for promotion include significant achievements in teaching, research/scholarship, and service. The award of tenure is based on potential for sustained contributions, performing beyond expected duties, and demonstrating leadership and innovation in activities that enhance the reputation of the University. The Clinical Scholar Track is for full-time faculty members heavily involved in clinical service, education, and related scholarship. This track has two career paths: Clinician-Educator (teaching) and Clinician-Investigator (research/scholarship). Significant contributions in professional and academic service are required for both paths. The Division offers an ACGME accredited three-year Maternal-Fetal Medicine Fellowship. The Division faculty are involved in fellow, resident, and medical student education and hold academic appointments from the University of Kansas School of Medicine. Key Roles and Responsibilities
Management of high-risk service one week in six. Maintain an MFM ambulatory service. Interpret obstetrical ultrasounds. Perform obstetrical diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Provide patient-care duties that may involve supervising trainees (medical students, residents, or fellows) as directed by the attending physician. Support the broader clinical and service activities of the Medical School. Teach by giving lectures as assigned to faculty, fellows, residents or students. Provide teaching in clinics and inpatient service for residents, fellows and medical students. Perform other duties as assigned by the Chair or the Director of the Maternal-Fetal Medicine Division. Call involves coverage of the inpatient High Risk Pregnancy service (1 week in 6) and is primarily phone-only after normal business hours. Deliveries are managed by in-house hospitalist coverage. Our Level III NICU is staffed by full-time Neonatology specialists and supported by multiple Pediatric Subspecialists including a Pediatric Surgery team. Center for Advanced Fetal Care is supported by 18 sonographers (majority fetal echo and nuchal translucency certified) with a dedicated fetal surveillance area. The Center is ADA certified and supported by a Diabetic Educator, 5 experienced nurse coordinators, 4 board-certified perinatal genetic counselors, medical assistants and patient service representatives, working with physicians to ensure efficient and premium quality of care. Division is active in research including NIH-funded grant studies and collaborations with institutional and industrial partners. Program includes an ACGME-accredited three-year Maternal-Fetal Medicine Fellowship. Note: This job description is not designed to cover every duty and may change at any time with or without notice. Licensing / Qualifications
Successful completion of an ACGME Obstetrics & Gynecology residency and Maternal-Fetal Medicine fellowship program. Board eligible or board certified in maternal-fetal medicine. Eligible for Kansas and Missouri medical licenses. Statement for Faculty and Physician: This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area to ensure the foundational knowledge and skill set required to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is based on accreditation requirements, institutional standards, and alignment with peer benchmarks. Skills
Critical thinking skills Technical skills Communication skills Required Documents
Resume/CV Cover Letter If selected as a final candidate, you may be required to complete the Association of American of Universities Representations and Warranties document and sign a release of records for background checks. A copy of the Representations and Warranties document can be found here. Comprehensive Benefits Package
Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance. Health expense accounts with employer contributions are available if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off (vacation and sick) accrues upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day after six months, and bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave after 12 months. A retirement program with employer contributions and voluntary plans (457 or 403b) are available. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html Employee Type: Regular Time Type: Full time
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