Assistant Professor, In-Patient

Overview

Eastern Virginia Medical School

Macon and Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences at Old Dominion University

 

The department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is seeking applicants for a faculty, full-time position. This is a unique academic position that offers the opportunity to work in a leading-edge care referral center - Sentara Norfolk General Hospital; a level one trauma center recognized nationally for its excellence across numerous specialties.

 

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Academic Appointment at the Assistant Professor rank.
• Round on teaching and non-teaching teams
• Ample opportunities to teach and mentor physical medicine and rehabilitation residents, medical students, and other learners across our affiliated programs.
• Benefit from mentorship and a supportive environment fostering growth in clinical care, education, research, quality improvement, and administrative leadership

WHY JOIN US?

At EVMS, we are committed to creating a collaborative and enriching academic environment. Our recent integration with Old Dominion University has expanded our academic and clinical opportunities, offering a comprehensive benefits package, enhanced by the synergy between our institutions. You’ll be joining a Department and Organization which values innovation and leadership in medicine, with access to state-of-the-art resources.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients with conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves, bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and tendons. 
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to address functional limitations and improve quality of life. 
• Conducting thorough patient evaluations
• Monitoring patient progress and making adjustments as needed
• Collaborate with physical therapists, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes. 
• Educate patients and families about their conditions, treatment options, and self-management strategies
• The physician will provide care to patients in a hospital setting
• Participate in education evaluation and career development of students, residents, fellows and staff.
• Participate in academic/clinical/research activities as needed
• Participate in administrative, department policy and procedure development.
• Participate in committees as assigned.
• Communication skills to present teaching materials
• Counseling of students for academic performance, life skills and professionalism
• Manage day to day activities in accordance with EVMS policies and procedures and the policies and procedures of supporting institutions.

Qualifications

Candidates must have a MD or DO and be board certified or board eligible who have completed an ACGME accredited residency. Applicants must hold a Virginia medical license and DEA certification. The faculty candidate must be committed to a career in academic medicine and must be interested in combining clinical practice with resident education and research.  Rank and salary will be commensurate with experience.

 

Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references

Location : Location

US-VA-Norfolk