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Maternal Fetal Medicine Ultrasound Director - Open Rank
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Maternal Fetal Medicine Ultrasound Director - Open Rank
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC‑Chapel Hill) is a nationally ranked public university and UNC‑Health is a world‑class academic medical center. UNC‑Health is an optimal place for faculty to teach, practice, and research in a collaborative environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. UNC‑Health consistently receives top national rankings for primary care education, public research funding, and health services. This position is located in North Carolina, United States and is a Permanent Faculty appointment within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (Variable Track). The proposed start date is 07/01/2025 and the position is Full‑time, 40 hours per week.
Responsibilities Clinical: High‑risk obstetric care, perinatal consultation, prenatal diagnosis, ultrasound, genetic services, fetal therapy, and perinatal outreach; Division faculty are engaged participants in the UNC Collaborative for Maternal and Infant Health (mombaby.org). Academic: Actively participate in student and resident teaching and provide subspecialty training for six Maternal Fetal Medicine fellows through its 3‑year American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology (ABOG)‑approved fellowship program. Research: Contribute to the division’s research mission.
Ultrasound Director Duties Include
Administrative: Oversee daily clinical and administrative operations of the ultrasound unit, lead/manage/mentor multidisciplinary team of sonographers, nurses, and support staff, promote culture of continuous learning and professional development.
Clinical Leadership and Quality: Provide clinical oversight and direction for all MFM ultrasound services, ensure high standards of patient care through developing and implementing protocols and guidelines, lead quality improvement initiatives.
Education and Training: Oversee training program of new sonographers, travelers, and remote sonographers, organize and conduct training sessions, workshops, and seminars for sonographers, physicians, and staff.
Collaboration and Advocacy: Collaborate across telemedicine/divisions/departments/external stakeholders to improve maternal and fetal health services, advocate for patient‑centered care, address patient concerns/feedback.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
MD or DO degree; completed a 4‑year ACGME‑approved OB‑GYN residency and a 3‑year ACGME or ABOG‑approved fellowship in Maternal‑Fetal Medicine.
Board‑Certified, Board‑Eligible, or Active Candidate in both OB‑GYN and Maternal‑Fetal Medicine.
Competence in maternal medicine and prenatal diagnosis, and a commitment to excellence in medical education.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Interest and expertise in prenatal diagnosis, fetal echo, pregnancy remote surveillance, fetal therapy, quality and safety, and reproductive justice.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements Some night, weekend and holiday inpatient work is expected, in rotation with other division members.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities Not Applicable.
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Responsibilities Clinical: High‑risk obstetric care, perinatal consultation, prenatal diagnosis, ultrasound, genetic services, fetal therapy, and perinatal outreach; Division faculty are engaged participants in the UNC Collaborative for Maternal and Infant Health (mombaby.org). Academic: Actively participate in student and resident teaching and provide subspecialty training for six Maternal Fetal Medicine fellows through its 3‑year American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology (ABOG)‑approved fellowship program. Research: Contribute to the division’s research mission.
Ultrasound Director Duties Include
Administrative: Oversee daily clinical and administrative operations of the ultrasound unit, lead/manage/mentor multidisciplinary team of sonographers, nurses, and support staff, promote culture of continuous learning and professional development.
Clinical Leadership and Quality: Provide clinical oversight and direction for all MFM ultrasound services, ensure high standards of patient care through developing and implementing protocols and guidelines, lead quality improvement initiatives.
Education and Training: Oversee training program of new sonographers, travelers, and remote sonographers, organize and conduct training sessions, workshops, and seminars for sonographers, physicians, and staff.
Collaboration and Advocacy: Collaborate across telemedicine/divisions/departments/external stakeholders to improve maternal and fetal health services, advocate for patient‑centered care, address patient concerns/feedback.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
MD or DO degree; completed a 4‑year ACGME‑approved OB‑GYN residency and a 3‑year ACGME or ABOG‑approved fellowship in Maternal‑Fetal Medicine.
Board‑Certified, Board‑Eligible, or Active Candidate in both OB‑GYN and Maternal‑Fetal Medicine.
Competence in maternal medicine and prenatal diagnosis, and a commitment to excellence in medical education.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Interest and expertise in prenatal diagnosis, fetal echo, pregnancy remote surveillance, fetal therapy, quality and safety, and reproductive justice.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements Some night, weekend and holiday inpatient work is expected, in rotation with other division members.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities Not Applicable.
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