Student Health Services Staff Physician and Head Team Physician (on-site)

This position is expected to be 100% on-campus.

Applications will be reviewed upon completion. Posting will remain open until an offer is accepted.

Position represented by DX- UAPD (Union of Physicians and Dentists)

About UC Merced

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses and one of the youngest universities to be designated an R1 research university. With approximately 9,100 undergraduate and graduate students, UC Merced is a smaller, more intimate campus compared to its sister campuses, while equipped and staffed as a cutting edge, 21st century research institution. With bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs, strong research and academic partnerships and a growing community in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, the UC Merced campus is continually evolving and requires talented, knowledgeable and dynamic educators, researchers, management and staff.

Ranked in the top 30 among the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and #1 for social mobility by the Wall Street Journal, UC Merced is uniquely equipped to provide world class educational opportunities to dynamic and enterprising students in the Valley and throughout the state. In partnership with UC San Francisco, UC Merced has launched a rigorous medical education program that will supply the Valley with culturally competent providers dedicated to improving local access to quality care. The campus enjoys a special connection with nearby Yosemite National Park, is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design and is accelerating the continued economic development of the region.

About the Job

As a SHS Staff Physician provides clinical and educational services in support of the overall operation of the Student Health Center. Works independently and under general supervision, administers direct medical care, including diagnosis and treatment, to patients utilizing written protocols as guidelines. Individuals in this position must reflect a balance and understanding of both patient care needs and the efficient operation of the Student Health Center. This position works in collaboration with the Medical Director on issues of professional practice and performance. This position works with the Health Care Team on issues of efficiency, patient flow, teamwork, and patient satisfaction.

As the Head Team Physician, provides acute and continuity care to student athletes on and off the field and plays a vital role in coordinating care with a wide range of providers including athletic trainers and other members of the sports medicine program. Provides direct medical oversight of athletic training staff. Serves to develop and enhance clinical and educational services in support of intercollegiate athletics, club sports, athletic trainers and NCAA policy and procedures.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

CLINICAL CARE STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES

INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS - DIRECT CLINICAL CARE & MEDICAL OVERSIGHT

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND PROFESSIONAL COMPLIANCE

LEADERSHIP, CONSULTATIVE OVERSIGHT AND PROFESSIONAL GROWTH

Qualifications

• Advanced degree Possession of the legal requirements for the practice of medicine in California as determined by the California Medical Board Required and Advanced degree Completion of ACGME-accredited residency training program; and

• Advanced degree Completion of ACGME-accredited sports medicine fellowship program; and

• 3 years of experience practicing in primary care sports medicine with most clinical activity directly in sports medicine, preferably with a university athletics department; and

• Current DEA Certificate - Board Certification in sports medicine Required Board Certification in a primary care specialty (eg: Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics), (required).

• Requires knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of advanced Physician duties.

• Advanced clinical skills.

• Demonstrate and maintain current knowledge of applicable rules and standards of the Conference, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), as well as other associations and agencies.

• Ability to communicate with both patients and clinical staff members.

• Effective diagnostic and decision-making skills in more difficult cases.

• Ability to diagnose patient condition and make associated treatment recommendations.

• Ability to work in a collaborative manner.

• Experienced with electronic/medical records systems. Must be computer literate.

• Experience supervising other health care professionals.

• Experience in administration and policy development.

• Experience in sports medicine leadership, preferably including a university athletics department (preferred).

• Experience as team physician for either college, high school, Paralympic, Olympic, or professional teams (preferred).

• Experience working within a college athletics program as a medical provider (preferred).

• Experience in college student health (preferred).

• Experience with sports ultrasound (preferred).

How to Apply:

An online application is required for each position to apply. The University of California, Merced is aware that some web-based application processes may be cumbersome for differently abled applicants. Where appropriate, alternative accommodations will be provided. For applicants with disabilities who need additional assistance using TAM, or reasonable accommodations during the interview or search process, please contact mailto:View email address on click.appcast.io .

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

E-Verify:

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