Physician Internal Medicine, Hospital Medicine, Hospital Medicine (Open Rank/Track Faculty)

Physician Internal Medicine, Hospital Medicine, Hospital Medicine (Open Rank/Track Faculty)

The Ohio State University College of Medicine and the Wexner Medical Center seek Hospitalist to join the Department of Internal Medicine Academic rank and track commensurate with academic record and experience.

Position Overview

Physician serving as a member of the Division of Hospital Medicine, within the Department of Internal Medicine; directs and provides direct and indirect patient care services in an inpatient setting; interviews, obtains and reviews medical history of patients; performs physical examinations to assess medical needs; orders procedures, diagnostic testing, and other ancillary services; determines, prescribes and implements treatment plans and/or medications required; documents all services and instructions provided in medical record; educates patients and promotes wellness, prevention and early detection by providing materials, resources and services to patient and their families; directs and participates in quality assessment and improvement activities; serves as preceptor and provides bedside training of residents, fellows, medical students, undergraduate & graduate students, nursing staff, and other allied medical professionals; ensures continuing medical education requirements are met; participates in department, college, medical center and university committees and other service activities.

Department/Division Overview The Division of Hospital Medicine at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is dedicated to the health and well-being of our patients, our division team members and The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center community. Our hospitalists are internal medicine physicians whose complete focus is to care for patients during their stay in the hospital. Our faculty delivers the highest quality evidence-based care through an interdisciplinary approach. Our mission is to be the premier academic model for inpatient care and faculty development at The Ohio State University and in the Midwest. Our vision is to improve the lives of our patients and faculty by providing personalized, patient-centered, evidence-based medical care of the highest quality. Our goal is to continually upgrade the services we provide to our patients and medical center community by expanding and enhancing the services we provide and incorporating a thorough quality improvement program.

Duties and Responsibilities Hospitalists will provide medical care for patients admitted to the hospital. Types of services include teaching, consultive, continuity, admitting, and overnight. Our hospitalist provide patient care in all of the hospitals within the OSU Health System. Physicians participate in the academic mission through clinical, educational, and research initiatives to improve the care of the inpatient population.

Requirements Medical Doctor (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) or equivalent. Board certification or eligibility from the American Board of Internal Medicine required; active certification from the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) required. Completion of an accredited residency in internal medicine required.

The Ohio State University College of Medicine, with more than 5,000 learners, is the only academic medical center in central Ohio. Ranked as the 28th Best Medical School Research, 40th Best Medical School Primary Care, and 13th Most Diverse Medical School by U.S. News & World Report, it is known nationwide for curricular innovation, pioneering research, and outstanding patient care at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. With more than 2,600 faculty members, the college comprises 20 clinical departments, eight basic science departments and a School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences.

The Wexner Medical Center The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center consists of The Ohio State University Health System, the College of Medicine, the Health Sciences Library and the Faculty Group Practice. The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is committed to providing world-class care. At the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, we're proud to be celebrating our 31st consecutive year ranked in the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. This year, the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center has 10 nationally ranked specialties out of 15 and two selected as high performing. U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center as the top hospital in Columbus. The Wexner Medical Center is rated as high performing in 14 out of 20 common procedures and conditions, including abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, aortic valve surgery, heart attack, heart bypass surgery and heart failure.

The University Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America's leading academic health centers and recently ranked No. 4 on Forbes' list of best U.S. employers for diversity. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow.

The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established Dual Careers and Faculty Relocation (DCFR) to focus on supporting new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual careers partner consultations, identifying potential employers and/or employment opportunities, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are provided to support the partners of new and prospective faculty as they are considering or transitioning to The Ohio State University.

In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio State is an NSF ADVANCE institution and a member of the Ohio/Western Pennsylvania/West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC).

Columbus, Ohio Located in Ohio's capital city, Ohio State's Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and diverse metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. In addition to its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to Ohio State ATI in Wooster.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.