Head & Neck Surgeon (F76700) | School of Medicine, Otolaryngology

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Company: Virginia Commonwealth University

Location: Mc Farland, CA 93250

Description:

Mission or Goal of Unit

At the Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery atVirginia Commonwealth University (VCU), we are dedicated to deliveringcutting-edge clinical care while shaping the future of medicine. Our teampassionately teaches and mentors medical students, observers, fellows, andresidents, immersing them in both clinical and translational research.

We believe in fostering an environment that promotesprofessional growth for both our graduates and faculty. Our trainees gaininvaluable clinical and research experiences, setting them up for successfulcareers, while our junior faculty receive the mentorship they need to thriveacademically.

Diversity is at the heart of our mission. We are committed toenhancing the diversity of our faculty, staff, and students, ensuring a richand inclusive community. Moreover, our faculty members are devoted to servingboth their profession and the university community, embodying the spirit ofservice and excellence.

Chief Purpose of this position

The Department ofOtolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at VCU seeks a fellowship-trained Headand Neck Surgeon to join our growing academic practice who perform all aspectsof ablative, robotic, and reconstructive surgery with tremendous opportunitiesfor growth in all arms of the academic mission.

We arelooking for a candidate with a demonstrated experience in head & neckoncologic surgery that has a track record of professional development andacademic scholarship.

Resourcesand opportunities include:
  • Multidisciplinary management of head & neck malignancies
  • Multidisciplinary head & neck tumor boards
  • This program is affiliated with the part of Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center at VCU, one of only two NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers in Virginia. Opportunities exist for inter-departmental collaboration and mentorship across the Oncology Service line

Position Responsibilities

Teaching - Faculty member will participate in the teaching of residents, medical students and other students & observers and provide CME lectures for professionals.

Research - Faculty member shall establish a reputation of excellence in clinical and/or translational research, with the expectation of publication in refereed journals and potential external funding. The development of interdisciplinary collaborations to enhance the research and clinical programs at VCU is expected. Also expected to participate in mentoring of residents and students in their research.

Service - Faculty member will serve on departmental, Health System and/or University committees as needed. Service in a professional capacity in their field in such areas of reviewer, external committee member, conference organizer, etc. are encouraged.

Clinical - This is the area of primary focus as a clinical faculty MD. Faculty member will demonstrate excellence in provision of care and treatment of patients within the discipline. Faculty member will demonstrate responsibility toward growth of individual clinical practice and referral base. Faculty will participate in multi-disciplinary clinical endeavors.

Other - Dependent on faculty rank and prior experience of selected candidate

Required Qualifications
  • Board Certified/Eligible in Otolaryngology
  • Fellowship trained in Head and Neck Oncologic and Reconstructive Surgery
  • Licensed or eligibility to practice medicine in the state of Virginia upon hire
  • Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff and student environment or commitment to do so as a faculty member at Virginia Commonwealth University

Preferred Qualifications
  • Strong interest in teaching and research

ORP Eligible: Yes

Position Type: Clinical
Full time equivalent: 1.0
Tenure: Open
Rank: Open
Months: 12
Department:1593 | SOM, Otolaryngology

Salary: Commensurate

Contact Information:
Contact Name: Bree Bolin
Contact Email: briana.bolin@vcuhealth.org
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