Hospitalist - Pediatric

Pediatric Hospitalist Opportunity

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Department of Pediatrics, is seeking outstanding physicians to join faculty positions in the newly formed Division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine at UT Southwestern Medical Center and Children's Health System of Texas, Dallas.

The Division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine (PHM) has a robust clinical practice and has the vision to be a premier academic practice in the country with a national reputation for state-of-the-art clinical and academic programs. Currently, 29 faculty staff patients at two campuses. Hospitalists play a vital role in teaching students and residents and are recognized as astute clinicians and educators. PHM faculty hold many leadership positions such as Clerkship Directors, Associate Residency Program Director, President of Medical/Dental Staff and are members of most hospital and Department Committees.

Responsibilities for the faculty include providing clinical services at Children's Health Dallas (quaternary care) and Plano campus. PHM faculty provide both direct patient care and care with residents and students on teaching services. Direct care is provided 24/7 at both campuses. Care with trainees is provided on the teaching service with categorical pediatric residency training program and students from UT Southwestern Medical School. The newly formed Division of PHM is under its organization and growth phase and has recently started a robust faculty development program. 9 faculty are PHM Board Certified. Faculty will have ample opportunities for career advancement in their areas of interest.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

City Dallas State TX