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Infectious Diseases - Associate Medical Director of Infection Prevention & Contr

Cincinnati Children's Office of Academic Affairs and Career Development, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, 45208

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Infectious Diseases – Associate Medical Director of Infection Prevention & Control (Assistant/Associate Professor) The Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Infectious Diseases Division seeks an MD or MD-PhD faculty member at the Assistant/Associate Professor or Professor level to fill the position of Associate Medical Director of Infection Prevention and Control (IP&C). The successful candidate will lead a nationally recognized program specializing in infection prevention and clinical care focused on improving outcomes for children at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center (CCHMC). The ideal candidate will divide their effort between patient care and infection prevention activities, including leadership and scholarship in prevention of hospital acquired infections, engagement of internal and external partners including public health authorities, and representing IP&C and CCHMC in public forums.

The current IP&C Program consists of a Director and Associate Director with a planned addition of a second Associate Director in the coming year. There are 13 Infection Preventionists covering 670 beds and specialty and primary care ambulatory facilities. The clinical effort for this position is 35–40% of the time, depending on the individual strengths and career plans of the candidate. The successful candidate will have opportunities to mentor junior faculty and support their individual career goals. Academic efforts at CCHMC are supported by outstanding infrastructure and a substantial research endowment administered through the Cincinnati Children’s Research Foundation. Applicants must be board‑certified or board‑eligible in pediatric infectious diseases.

Interested candidates should send a letter of interest and curriculum vitae to:

Lara Danziger-Isakov, MD, MPH, Professor, Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Pediatrics c/o Nathan Gohlke, Senior Physician & Faculty Recruiter:

Nathan.Gohlke@cchmc.org.

Required

MD or MD‑PhD degree in a related scientific or research field

Three years related experience in research field and/or lab experience assisting the preparation of data for presentation at scientific meetings (Fellowship in Pediatric Infectious Disease qualifies)

American Board of Pediatrics eligibility/certification in Pediatric Infectious Disease

Assistant Professor appointment or eligibility required

Schedule Full time, Day shift (United States)

Benefits

Medical coverage starting day one of employment

Competitive retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement for continuing education

Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners

Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs for qualified positions

Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group

Physical and mental health wellness programs

Relocation assistance available for qualified positions

Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability

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