Emergency Medicine-Pediatric Medical Director

The Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine is seeking an Pediatric Medical Director. As Pediatric Medical Director, the individual will oversee pediatric emergency medicine initiatives within the Emergency Medicine residency program, providing mentorship, curriculum development, and resident assessment while ensuring alignment with ACGME accreditation standards. This role also involves supporting the Program Director in advancing the academic mission of USF by fostering an environment of excellence in pediatric emergency care, research, and teaching. The Pediatric Medical Director will also collaborate with faculty and hospital leadership to enhance pediatric-specific protocols, simulation training, and quality improvement initiatives.

Participates actively in the teaching and/or research programs of the department/division, attending Emergency Medicine fellows, residents, and medical students, providing guidance and mentorship. Will expand clinical services within the college, and in the community.  Will keep abreast of new developments and exhibit a scholarly approach to learning. Participates in didactic lectures, presentations, and discussions at Grand Rounds, seminars, workshops, journal clubs, research meetings, laboratory and clinical training. Serve as ACGME Core Faculty for the Emergency Medicine Residency Program. Serve as the Pediatric Emergency Medicine Course Director.  

Clinical responsibilities will include patient care in the emergency department at Tampa General Hospital and or satellite locations. Provide outpatient sports medicine services in an ambulatory setting at the USF Morsani campus. Clinical days and times will vary and future locations may be added. Additionally provide services for USF Student Health and Wellness Center.          

TGH Pediatric Emergency Medicine Medical Director  

Responsible to a Chair or other appropriate higher-level administrator of a State university.

Responsible for teaching, research, service, and related administrative activities.

Responsible for academic advising and related activities.

May represent the university, college/school, or department.                                                                                                                                                         

 

Medical degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization with a demonstrated record of achievement in teaching, academic research, and service. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. For Associate/Full Professor - Normally will have produced creative work, professional writing or research in refereed and other professional journals, and be a recognized authority in the field of specialization. 

Must hold or be eligible for a full, unrestricted Florida Medical License or foreign equivalent required. To perform this position, the candidate will need to obtain and maintain a full un-restricted FL Medical License, maintain credentials in the USF Health faculty practice plan, and be a medical staff member in good standing at the hospitals he/she is assigned to perform clinical duties. The candidate will participate in the teaching of residents, fellows, and medical students in clinical medicine.           

Candidates must be Board Certified/Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine.                                                                                                                       

Previous experience in a teaching setting preferred.                                                                                                                

The University of South Florida is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success. Over the past 10 years, no other public university in the country has risen faster in U.S. News and World Report's national university rankings than USF. Serving more than 50,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF is designated as a Preeminent State Research University by the Florida Board of Governors, placing it in the most elite category among the state's 12 public universities. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference.

Working at USF 

With more than 16,000 employees at USF, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay region.  At USF you will find opportunities to excel in a rich academic environment that fosters the development and advancement of our employees.  We believe in creating a talented, engaged and driven workforce through on-going development and career opportunities. We also offer a first class benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, tuition program and generous leave