Clinical Attending
Apply NowCompany: University of Utah
Location: Salt Lake City, UT 84118
Description:
Posting Details
The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.
Position Information
Position/Rank
Clinical Attending
Department
00962 - Physician Asst. Ed. & Science
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Track
Non Tenure Track
New Position to Begin
As soon as filled
Details
We invite you to join the Division of Physician Assistant Education and Sciences (DPAES) in the School of Medicine, University of Utah. We are seeking a board-certified physician assistant for the position of Clinical Attending to work in partnership with the School of Dentistry's Oral Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) team. This position also provides opportunities for involvement in research, education, and administration/service, depending on the expertise and interest of candidates. The ideal candidate would have 5+ years of surgical experience.
The intent of this position is to enhance patient care efficiency and quality by integrating a Physician Assistant (PA) into the OMFS team, assisting with pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative tasks. Expected Outcomes include improved patient preparation and follow-up, enhanced surgical outcomes and patient satisfaction, efficient handling of routine tasks, allowing the surgeon to focus more on complex care and procedural duties, and enhanced educational opportunities for PA students, aligning with the institution's academic goals.
Scope of Work:
Pre-operative care
Intra-operative assistance
Post-operative care and rounds
Emergency department consults
Patient admissions and follow-up
Administrative and support tasks
Clinical resources include:
Favorable malpractice environment
On-site Care Team
Robust administrative support team
Exceptional clinic staff support
Qualifications:
Board certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Unrestricted current Utah state medical license or eligible Experience in clinical medicine and teaching preferred Greater than 5 years of surgical experience preferred
FTE: 0.5-1.0
Quicklink for Posting: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/181131
Please contact Kelly Aldridge @ kelly.aldridge@hsc.utah.edu with any questions regarding this posting.
The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:
https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
Notice
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen and immunizations. https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Special Instructions for Candidates
The search committee will accept applications until the position is filled. Applicants should include a letter describing relevant experiences and interest in the position, curriculum vitae, a complete application, and the names and contact information of three personal references. Please contact Kelly Aldridge @ kelly.aldridge@hsc.utah.edu with any questions regarding this posting.
Open Date
04/25/2025
Close Date
07/31/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Requisition Number
PRN03822F
Type
Faculty
The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.
Position Information
Position/Rank
Clinical Attending
Department
00962 - Physician Asst. Ed. & Science
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Track
Non Tenure Track
New Position to Begin
As soon as filled
Details
We invite you to join the Division of Physician Assistant Education and Sciences (DPAES) in the School of Medicine, University of Utah. We are seeking a board-certified physician assistant for the position of Clinical Attending to work in partnership with the School of Dentistry's Oral Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) team. This position also provides opportunities for involvement in research, education, and administration/service, depending on the expertise and interest of candidates. The ideal candidate would have 5+ years of surgical experience.
The intent of this position is to enhance patient care efficiency and quality by integrating a Physician Assistant (PA) into the OMFS team, assisting with pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative tasks. Expected Outcomes include improved patient preparation and follow-up, enhanced surgical outcomes and patient satisfaction, efficient handling of routine tasks, allowing the surgeon to focus more on complex care and procedural duties, and enhanced educational opportunities for PA students, aligning with the institution's academic goals.
Scope of Work:
Pre-operative care
Intra-operative assistance
Post-operative care and rounds
Emergency department consults
Patient admissions and follow-up
Administrative and support tasks
Clinical resources include:
Favorable malpractice environment
On-site Care Team
Robust administrative support team
Exceptional clinic staff support
Qualifications:
FTE: 0.5-1.0
Quicklink for Posting: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/181131
Please contact Kelly Aldridge @ kelly.aldridge@hsc.utah.edu with any questions regarding this posting.
The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:
https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
Notice
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen and immunizations. https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Special Instructions for Candidates
The search committee will accept applications until the position is filled. Applicants should include a letter describing relevant experiences and interest in the position, curriculum vitae, a complete application, and the names and contact information of three personal references. Please contact Kelly Aldridge @ kelly.aldridge@hsc.utah.edu with any questions regarding this posting.
Open Date
04/25/2025
Close Date
07/31/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Requisition Number
PRN03822F
Type
Faculty