Asst/Assoc/Professor - Neonatology
Apply NowCompany: Texas Tech University
Location: Odessa, TX 79762
Description:
Position Description
Contributes to the university's mission through teaching, research and service, some variation by academic unit.
Rank of Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor and applicable salary are dependent upon candidate's qualifications and experience.
Major/Essential Functions
Diagnose and provide specialized treatment to critically ill infants suffering from a variety of conditions, including birth defects, injury, and illness;
Stabilize newborn patients;
Admit critically ill infants to the unit and manage to discharge;
Perform procedures, such as endotracheal intubation, ventilator management, surfactant treatment, interpretation of x-rays and head ultrasounds, umbilical lines placement, and peripherally inserted venous catheter placement;
Coordinate transfers and discussions with other sub-specialty physicians;
Meet with families to discuss care plans;
Evaluate morbidity and mortality data;
Prepare and update protocols for the neonatal intensive care unit and nursery to improve patient care;
Manage quality improvement procedures and transport protocol;
Take an active role in the medical education of nurses, respiratory therapist, residents, and medical students;
Participate in scholarly activities, including research, continuing medical education, and publication.
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Required Qualifications
M.D./D.O. degree or foreign medical equivalent.
Eligible to obtain a Texas State Medical License.
Completion of ACGME-accredited Pediatric Residency Program or currently in progress..
Completion of ACGME-accredited Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Fellowship Program or currently in progress..
Board Certified in Pediatrics
Board Certified/Eligible in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine.
Jeanne Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website.
Contributes to the university's mission through teaching, research and service, some variation by academic unit.
Rank of Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor and applicable salary are dependent upon candidate's qualifications and experience.
Major/Essential Functions
Diagnose and provide specialized treatment to critically ill infants suffering from a variety of conditions, including birth defects, injury, and illness;
Stabilize newborn patients;
Admit critically ill infants to the unit and manage to discharge;
Perform procedures, such as endotracheal intubation, ventilator management, surfactant treatment, interpretation of x-rays and head ultrasounds, umbilical lines placement, and peripherally inserted venous catheter placement;
Coordinate transfers and discussions with other sub-specialty physicians;
Meet with families to discuss care plans;
Evaluate morbidity and mortality data;
Prepare and update protocols for the neonatal intensive care unit and nursery to improve patient care;
Manage quality improvement procedures and transport protocol;
Take an active role in the medical education of nurses, respiratory therapist, residents, and medical students;
Participate in scholarly activities, including research, continuing medical education, and publication.
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Required Qualifications
M.D./D.O. degree or foreign medical equivalent.
Eligible to obtain a Texas State Medical License.
Completion of ACGME-accredited Pediatric Residency Program or currently in progress..
Completion of ACGME-accredited Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Fellowship Program or currently in progress..
Board Certified in Pediatrics
Board Certified/Eligible in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine.
Jeanne Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website.