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Employment Opportunities
To enhance the dissemination of employment
opportunities and assist adolescent health programs to locate
qualified individuals with experience and training in areas
of adolescent health care, the Society for Adolescent Medicine
is pleased to share the following employment opportunities.
This listing is provided strictly for informational
purposes.
ARIZONA
(November Listing)
University of Arizona/
University Physicians Healthcare
1501 N Campbell Avenue – Box 245073
Tucson, AZ 85724
Position: Attending Physician
Qualifications: Board Certified in Pediatrics and BC/E in Adolescent Medicine
Additional Information: The Section of General Pediatrics and the Division of Adolescent Medicine at the University of Arizona in Tucson seek a second adolescent medicine physician in anticipation of the opening of Diamond Children’s Medical Center. Successful candidate will participate in providing direct patient care and in teaching of medical students and residents in a variety of settings serving a diverse, multicultural patient population. Individual academic pursuits are actively encouraged with available mentorship and support.
Contact: Richard Wahl, MD, FSAM at rwahl@u.arizona.edu
COLORADO
(April Listing)
University of Colorado Denver/
Children’s Hospital
Department of Pediatrics
Section of Adolescent Medicine
13123 East 16th Avenue – B025
Aurora, CO 80045
Position: Assistant Professor – Faculty Position
Qualifications: Board Certified/Eligible in Adolescent Medicine with strong academic interests and a commitment to education and clinical care. CV required.
Additional Information – The Section of Adolescent Medicine has an outstanding tradition of excellence in education, clinical care, program development and research. The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Colorado Denver is a leader in pediatric research and consistently ranks among the top U.S. Pediatric Departments for NIH grant funding. Children’s Hospital is a not-for-profit, regional, acute care teaching facility that offers a full-spectrum of primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary services and for more than a decade has been ranked one of the best children’s hospitals in America. For additional information, go to www.jobsatcu.com posting number 806511.
Contact: David W. Kaplan, MD, MPH, FSAM at 720.777.6136 or kaplan.david@tchden.org
FLORIDA
(April Listing)
University of Florida
College of Medicine – Jacksonville
Department of Pediatrics
653-1 West 8th Street
Jacksonville, FL 32209
Position: Adolescent Medicine Chief
Qualifications: MD/DO degree; BE/BC in Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine
Additional Information – The major clinical site is a new outpatient facility which was designed with providing state-of-the-art adolescent care. Opportunities exist for expanding services in areas including school health and community/public health. Overseeing the adolescent medicine experience for thirty-three pediatric residents. Research opportunities are also available.
Contact: Mobeen H. Rathore, MD at 904.244.3050
FLORIDA
(April Listing)
University of Florida
College of Medicine – Jacksonville
Department of Pediatrics
653-1 West 8th Street
Jacksonville, FL 32209
Position: Adolescent Medicine Physician
Qualifications: MD/DO degree; BE/BC in Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, or Family Medicine as well as in Adolescent Medicine. Individuals who have not completed subspecialty training but who have significant interest and experience in adolescent medicine will also be considered.
Additional Information – The major clinical site is a new outpatient facility which was designed with providing state-of-the-art adolescent care. Position includes teaching of Residents with opportunities for research.
Contact: Mobeen H. Rathore, MD at 904.244.3050
Illinois
(January Listing)
Children’s Memorial Hospital
Division of General Academic Pediatrics and the
Section of Adolescent Medicine
2300 Children’s Plaza – Box 16
Chicago, IL 60614
Position: Adolescent Medicine Physician
Qualifications: M.D./D.O. degree, completion of approved residency and fellowship training, U.S. citizenship or appropriate Visa status. Board Certified/Eligible in Pediatrics with Certification/Eligibility in Adolescent Medicine preferred.
Additional Information – Duties include providing primary and consultative care, student and resident teaching, and research related to adolescent health. There are opportunities for candidates interested in pursuing either a clinician-educator or research track.
Contact: Michelle Forcier, MD as mforcier@childrensmemorial.org
Kansas
(January Listing)
University of Kansas School of Medicine, Wichita
Christi Health System
3720 E., Bayley
Wichita, KS 67218
Type Position: Associate or Assistant Professor
Qualifications – Board Certified/Eligible in Adolescent Medicine
Additional Information – Position Highlights include outpatient-based clinical practice, protected time
to focus on research/grant writing/professional development. The position is responsible for the teaching
of students, clinical care, participating in research activities, as well as duties related to medical directorship.
Successful candidate needs to have demonstrated proficiency (1) in the teaching of students and residents,
(2) in clinical practice, and (3) to perform clinical research.
Contact: Maxey Wood at 316.858.4980 or as maxey_wood@via-christi.org
KENTUCKY
(November Listing)
Department of Pediatrics
Kentucky Children’s Hospital
740 S. Limestone - J422
Lexington, KY 40536
Position: Junior or Mid-Level Faculty Position
Qualifications: Board Certified/Eligible - training in Adolescent Medicine desirable, but not required. A letter of interest and CV are required.
Additional Information: Successful candidate needs strong clinical and teaching abilities with interest in working with adolescents. Upon offer of employment, successful applicants for certain positions must pass a pre-employment drug screen and undergo a national background check as required by the University.
Contact: Hatim Omar, MD by FAX at 859.323.3795 or as haomar2@uky.edu
MASSACHUSETTS
(November Listing)
Children’s Hospital
Division of Adolescent Medicine
300 Longwood Avenue – LO 638
Boston, MA 02115
Position: Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and LEAH Co-Director of Nursing Training
Qualifications: Candidate should have a PhD in nursing or a related field and have a track record, locally and nationally, of scholarship, curriculum development, quality improvement, and program evaluation. The candidate should hold national certification as an advanced practice nurse and have a minimum of 10 years experience in adolescent health. The candidate should be able to provide expert clinical care to adolescent patients and their families as well as demonstrate experience in precepting trainees. Additional clinical expertise in the areas of substance abuse and family planning is preferred. The candidate is expected to provide leadership for the annual revision of the overall LEAH curriculum and to teach a leadership seminar to first year trainees as well as a university course in Adolescent Health. Candidates should provide a CV and a narrative on experience in curriculum development and teaching.
Additional Information: The Division of Adolescent Medicine at Children’s Hospital Boston and the MCH Leadership Education in Adolescent Health (LEAH) Training Program seek an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School, Co-Director of the LEAH Nursing Training Program, and Director of the LEAH Curriculum. The LEAH Program provides training to physicians, nurses, psychologists, social workers, and dieticians.
Contact: S. Jean Emans at 617.355.7170 or Adrianne Goncalves as adrianne.goncalves@childrens.harvard.edu by December 23, 2008.
MASSACHUSETTS
(November Listing)
Martha Eliot Health Center
Children’s Hospital Boston
75 Bickford Street
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Position: Physician
Qualifications: Board Certified/Eligible - adolescent experience desired, but adolescent medicine board certification not essential. Bilingual (Spanish) skills helpful.
Additional Information: Successful candidate to be interested and experienced in the care of urban youth. Join a busy, established multicultural community health center-based adolescent/young adult practice in a neighborhood health service of Children’s Hospital. Be part of an exciting community collaborative seeking to address violence and other community problems by developing creative strategies and alternatives for youth. Harvard Medical School Faculty appointment, Children’s Hospital Boston staff appointment, and resident/fellow teaching opportunities.
Contact: Claire McCarthy at 617.919.3427 or as claire.mccarthymd@childrens.harvard.edu
MISSOURI
(November Listing)
Washington University in St. Louis
Student Health Services
One Brookings Drive - CB 1201
St. Louis, MO 63130
Position: Associate Director, Chief Physician
Qualifications: Board Certified/Eligible in Pediatrics, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine or Emergency Medicine with strong communication and interpersonal skills, proven ability to work effectively as part of a team. This position requires licensure as a physician in the State of Missouri.
Additional Information: Successful candidate will lead the operation in medical areas of an active student health service and be responsible for the primary care of a student community of 11,000. Position is responsible for administrative organization of primary care medicine services, women’s health, laboratory, pharmacy, and physical therapy services. This is a full-time, 12-month position involving both administrative and direct patient care responsibilities. Teaching medical students and resident physicians is an option. A clinical faculty appointment in the Washington University School of Medicine is available if qualified. This position is a key member of a multidisciplinary management team responsible for the operation and future growth of the Habif Health and Wellness Center, an agency providing mental health, physical health, and health promotion services to student members of the University community. Interested candidates should visit www.wustl.edu - reference job code 050176. E-mail CV and provide three references with current contact information along with a letter describing interest and suitability for the position to human_resources@aismail.wustl.edu or mail to Washington University in St. Louis, Office of Employment, Campus Box 1178, 7509 Forsyth Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63105
OHIO
(April Listing)
Pediatric Academic Association
The Ohio State University
555 South 18th Street, 7th Floor
Columbus, OH 43205
Position: Adolescent Medicine Faculty Position
Qualifications: Board Certified/Eligible in Adolescent Medicine; will consider Board Certified/Eligible in Pediatrics with a strong interest in adolescent health.
Additional Information: The Ohio State University Department of Pediatrics in conjunction with Nationwide Children’s Hospital is seeking a physician to join the four specialists in the Division of Adolescent Medicine. Academic rank is open and commensurate with experience. A strong interest in prevention and treatment of adolescent substance abuse is ideal, but not required. The Adolescent Clinic sees approximately 6,000 patient visits annually. The clinic is open 5 days a week without week-end or evening hours, and is staffed by 4 registered nurses, 3 medical assistants, 1 full time social worker, and 1 nurse practitioner as well as fellows, residents, and medical students. Clinical service and clinical teaching are an expectation. An interest in clinical research will be supported but is not mandatory. Resources are excellent.
Contact: Terrill Bravender, MD, MPH at terrill.bravender@nationwidechildrens.org
PENNSYLVANIA
(April Listing)
St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children
Division of Adolescent Medicine
Department of Pediatrics
Erie Avenue at Front Street
Philadelphia, PA 19134
Position: Adolescent Medicine Physician
Qualifications: Board Eligible/Certified in Adolescent Medicine
Additional Information: Physician will hold academic appointment in the Department of Pediatrics at Drexel University College of Medicine. Outpatient clinical services provided by the Division of Adolescent Medicine include a mix of primary care, family planning services, subspecialty care, and consultations. Members of the Division are responsible for teaching pediatric residents and medical students. St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children is a 189-bed quaternary care hospital in Philadelphia. Resume required.
Contact: Andrew Dymond, Physician Recruiter at 215.427.6732, FAX 215.427.6791 or andrew.dymond@tenethealth.com
PENNSYLVANIA
(April Listing)
St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children
Division of Adolescent Medicine
Department of Pediatrics
Erie Avenue at Front Street
Philadelphia, PA 19134
Position: Medical Director
Qualifications: Board Certified/Eligible in Adolescent Medicine
Additional Information: Successful Candidate will hold an academic appointment in the Department of Pediatrics at Drexel University College of Medicine. Outpatient clinical services provided by the Division of Adolescent Medicine include a mix of primary care, family planning services, subspecialty care, and consultations. Members of the Division of Adolescent Medicine are responsible for teaching pediatric residents and medical students. St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children is a 189-bed quaternary care hospital. Resume required.
Contact: Andrew Dymond, Physician Recruiter at 215.427.6732, FAX 215.427.6791 or andrew.dymond@tenethealth.com
RHODE ISLAND
(January Listing)
Rhode Island Hospital/Hasbro Children’s Hospital
Division of Adolescent Medicine
Department of Pediatrics
593 Eddy Street
Providence, RI 02903
Position: Physician at the Associate or Full Professor level
Qualifications: Board Certified/Eligible in Adolescent Medicine
Additional Information – The Department of Pediatrics, Hasbro Children’s Hospital at Rhode Island Hospital is seeking a dynamic academic leader in Adolescent Medicine. Successful candidate will lead the Division of Adolescent Medicine in providing optimal patient care, advocating for the health of youth in the State, and training residents and medical students. It is expected that approximately 20% of the incumbent’s time will be devoted to research/scholarly activities. The candidate must have documented experience in an area of research expertise and have a strong record of outstanding scholarly activities appropriate to his/her prior training and interests. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, an established record of leadership, and an ability to participate in departmental, hospital and/or university matters. Candidates must have a national reputation and scholarly activity appropriate to rank. CV required.
Contact: Patricia Flanagan, MD at pflanagan@lifespan.org
International – Canada
(January Listing)
Alberta Children’s Hospital
Department of Pediatrics
2888 Shaganappi Trail, NW
Calgary, Alberta T3B 6A8
Position: Adolescent Medicine Physician/Clinical Assistant or Associate
Qualifications: MD with fellowship in Adolescent Medicine
Additional Information: Ideal candidate to have strong communication skills and proven leadership in working with multiple providers and teams, academic interests, and commitment to education and clinical care of adolescents. The current program supports a consultative service for adolescents with chronic, complex illness – or those requiring transitional support. There is a large Eating Disorders Program with in-patient, outpatient and day hospital components, a “youth at risk” street youth clinic, dealing with abuse, reproductive health, addictions and screening for mental health issues.
Contact: Jim Kellner at jim.kellner@albertahealthservices.ca or at 403.955.7802
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