Pediatric BMT Hospitalist

Overview Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world‑class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community. Description The Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and Emory University Department of Pediatrics invite applications for faculty hospitalist positions to provide care for hospitalized children in pediatric Blood and Marrow Transplantation. Responsibilities will include overnight inpatient care. Qualified candidates should be Board Certified/Eligible in Pediatrics, Hematology/Oncology, and preference will be given to applicants who are board certified/eligible in pediatric hematology/oncology. This is a clinical position with a rank of assistant or associate professor depending on experience and accomplishments. Clinical Responsibilities Provide outstanding clinical care to patients undergoing BMT and cellular therapy. The individual will be the first call on the ward for these patients at night, and is expected to function independently but with backup from the appropriate fellow or attending. Clinical service time includes weeknight, weekend night, and holiday in‑house shifts. Additionally, assistance with general hematology and oncology, and some weekday responsibilities may be required as necessary to meet the needs of the division. Participate in and incorporate Quality Improvement and research findings into practice. Provide and/or serve as a resource for patient/family and staff education. Provide patient care within the respective clinical area which complies with the Professional Staff Bylaws, rules and regulations and Children’s policies and procedures. Complete necessary documentation and ensure communication to facilitate patient care and appropriate reimbursement. Participate in meetings/activities as required to support operations of the clinical area. Participate in activities that enhance professional development, complete and maintain certification in BLS and PALS and maintain any additional specialty training/certifications as required by the area assigned. Perform other responsibilities as required. Successful Candidates Will Have MD degree Board Certification in Pediatrics (or Board eligibility) Background in hematology/oncology and/or BMT is desired but not required Currently licensed as a physician and eligible for licensure as a physician in the State of Georgia Salary and rank of Assistant Professor at Emory University School of Medicine will be commensurate with experience and accomplishment. To Apply: Qualified applicants should complete the online application and upload a letter describing their research and career interests along with a curriculum vitae. Questions may be directed to: Muna Qayed, MD, MSc, Associate Professor of Pediatrics Emory University School of Medicine Director, BMT Program Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta 1760 Haygood Dr. W370 Atlanta, GA 30322 Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Additional Information Employment will be in the Emory + Children's Pediatric Institute. The Emory + Children’s Pediatric Institute is an affiliation between Emory University and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta that is improving the lives of children in Georgia and beyond. The Pediatric Institute combines the unique strengths and resources of each institution in support of our three-part academic missions of providing outstanding clinical care, conducting innovative basic science discovery and clinical research, and coordinating exceptional education of the future healthcare workforce. Our physicians, researchers, and educators have created a model where leadership, commitment and quality are fundamental components of success. Together, we are transforming pediatrics by achieving new levels of clinical excellence—driven by research, teaching and wellness. We look forward to our future together. NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee. Additional Details Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. 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