Maternal Fetal Medicine Physician Faculty-OB/GYN Clinic-Asheville, NC

**JOB SUMMARY:**Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist faculty position within Department of OB/GYN and meeting all of the job requirements of MFM faculty.**SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:****Teaching Responsibilities:*** Participates in obstetric and gynecologic core curriculum for residents, fellows, and students, including the identification of topics, reading lists, and provision of feedback.* Participates in obstetrical teaching rounds as appropriate* Participates in MFM teaching conferences, didactics, simulation events, and other teaching needs as mutually agreed upon in collaboration with the Fellowship Program Director, Division Director, and Department Chair with priority placed on MFM Fellowship activities..* Evaluates fellows’ and residents' obstetrical knowledge with established evaluation process.* Takes an active role in both fellowship and resident teaching in general obstetrics and MFM as well as regional teaching in prenatal ultrasound and other topics as required.**Clinical Supervision:*** Supervises MFM Fellows, ob/gyn residents, family practice residents, fellows, and medical students within MAHEC Department of Ob/Gyn clinical settings, Mission Hospital and at regional sites through outreach activities as appropriate.**Fellowship Administration:*** Oversees the didactic curriculum for the MFM fellowship, meeting ACGME and ABOG guidelines for education, research, evaluation, and clinical care for MFM Fellowship.* Works with MAHEC OB/GYN fellowship program director, MAHEC MFM Division Director, and MAHEC Department Chair to ensure clinical responsibilities for MFM Fellowship are meeting needs and requirements for the patients of Western North Carolina.* Understands and complies with ACGME clinical supervision and oversight of MFM Fellows* Works collaboratively with Fellowship Director and Research Curriculum director to ensure the research experience for MFM fellows meets ACGME standards and creates opportunities that comply with required protocols and guidelines.* Assists with recruitment and retention of MFM fellows.**Clinical Activities:*** Continues the practice of MFM to provide care to patients at MAHEC Department of Ob/Gyn clinical sites, Mission Health including regional hospital affiliates, and at other regional sites through outreach activities.* Participates in general MFM duties and clinics (labor and delivery coverage, in and outpatient consultation, prenatal diagnosis, ultrasound, management of high-risk pregnancy, and performance of specialty specific procedures (amnio, CVS, fetal ECHO, including imaging for office and region.* Shares in MFM call and rounding.* Supervises fellow and resident outpatient clinics, inpatient care, obstetric surgeries.* Supports large APP OB practice as well as substance abuse care for pregnant women including buprenorphine prescription.**Research:*** Demonstrates clinical and scholarly expertise in maternal fetal medicine by publication of original research in peer- reviewed journals within the past three years; and at least one of the following within the past three years: extramural peer-reviewed funding, presentation at regional or national scientific or faculty development meetings (primary presenter, co- presenter, co- investigator, or senior author), participation in national committees or educational organizations* Supports a robust research curriculum for MFM fellows.* Expands existing regional research collaborations and develops new relationships for research.* Provides clinical research project oversight and mentoring for MFM Fellows.**Administration (General)*** Participates in clinical leadership group(s) for OBGYN and greater MAHEC. Provides OB consultation for Project CARA research. Represents OBGYN department on the Research Committee at MAHEC.**Regional:*** Assists with document development and updates for the Perinatal Provider’s toolbox. Participates in monthly multi-disciplinary Perinatal and Medical Complications meetings. Teaches in monthly Ultrasound Conference at the discretion of MFM division director.**Community service:*** May vary as requested by chair or hospital service line.*This role description is a general description of the essential job functions. It is not intended to describe all the duties the MFM Faculty may perform.***KEY COMPETENCIES:*** **Communication Skills**Effectively and respectfully communicates with other individuals, including colleagues, support staff, patients, and their family members to convey information in a comprehensive and understandable manner in order to promote best care for all patients.* **Decision Making**Ability to make the most appropriate decision in each situation and take the next steps to ensure appropriate and timely completion. This requires conflict resolution and critical thinking skills, confidence in knowledge base, and ability to prioritize complex tasks and competing priorities.* **HealthCare Knowledge**Stays up to date in area of expertise and shares new information with team, as appropriate. Completes licensure(s), specialty and subspecialty certifications, and MAHEC organizational trainings in a timely fashion. Applies the depth of knowledge maintained and gained through these processes in real life scenarios where appropriate.* **Interpersonal Skills**Handles difficult situations with grace, professionalism, and understanding. Demonstrates respect and empathy with colleagues, patients, and their family at all times even when difficult to do so. Practices effective listening, authenticity, dependability, and patience to responsibly provide a healthy work environment.* **Organizational Values**Adheres to MAHEC’s founding principles, incorporating them into daily activities. These include integrity, accountability, respect for other cultures and equitable practices. There must be an ability to manage change and display a clear understanding of organizational dynamics to foster a culture of acceptance, support, and ownership.* **Problem Solving**Applies an analytical mind to autonomously solve complex problems. Must be able to think logically through a difficult problem, appreciate the views of others, and come to an appropriate resolution in the spirit of novel improvements and a culture of curiosity.**SPECIFIED SKILLS*** *COMPUTER* + Excellent skills in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and database applications required.* *FOREIGN LANGUAGE* + Spanish speaking skills preferred.**PHYSICAL DEMANDS*** Not Applicable.**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE*** *MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:* + 3-5 years of clinical MFM practice beyond fellowship + Demonstration of academic interest through published or presented research and/or leadership experience in a diverse faculty, staff, and learner environment. + ABOG certified in OBGYN and MFM. + Medical License in NC. + Eligible for faculty appointment at associate professor or professor rank within UNC school of Med.**SCHEDULE:**Regular attendance on-site is an essential function of this position. Typical business hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (or flexed to best meet the needs of the clients and/or the Division); 40 hours per workweek; weekend, holiday, or evening coverage is occasionally required. Work hours will need to be flexible in order to respond to special work assignments, or evening activities, as requested by the team leader.Thank you for your interest in employment with Mountain Area Health Education Center in Asheville, NC, where we are committed to improving health in western North Carolina through innovative health professions education and compassionate healthcare.MAHEC was established in 1974 to improve training and retention of healthcare professionals across our region. We are dedicated to excellence in clinical care, health professions education, and innovative practices that can be replicated nationally. The largest of the nine #J-18808-Ljbffr