Endocrinologist, Transitions & Virtual Care – Open Rank

Department :

Medicine-Endocrinology - 411410

Posting Open Date : 08 / 29 / 2024

Open Until Filled : Yes

Position Type : Permanent Faculty

Working Title :

Endocrinologist, Transitions & Virtual Care – Open Rank

Appointment Type : Open Rank

Vacancy ID : FAC0005206

Full-time / Part-time :

Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week : 40

FTE : Position Location :

North Carolina, US

Proposed Start Date :

03 / 01 / 2025

Be a Tar Heel! :

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work / life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit :

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.

OUR VISION

Our vision is to be the nation’s leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.

Patient Care : We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education : We will prepare tomorrow’s health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.

Research : We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

Position Summary :

The Division of Endocrinology, Department of Medicine, at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine seeks an open rank, fixed term faculty member to grow our outpatient transitions and virtual care programs within the core clinical, educational, and research missions of a large academic medical center. Academic rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Clinical responsibilities will include coverage of our inpatient consult services, precepting fellows in the outpatient clinic, and expanding our division’s footprint in North Carolina through virtual care services. This faculty member will have a focus on quality improvement and patient safety across inpatient and ambulatory settings. The ideal candidate will provide exceptional patient care, be skilled at communicating and working collaboratively across disciplines / departments, and participate in the education of colleagues and trainees, including but not limited to medical students, residents, and fellows. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated, efficient physician who is interested in innovative pathways of care.

The outpatient practice is located at the UNC Eastowne Medical Office Building (MOB), a state-of-the-art center which opened in 2021 and is located just a few miles from the UNC Medical Center campus. The Eastowne MOB has on-site radiology, laboratory and infusion services, outpatient pharmacy, and ample complimentary parking. This building houses the academic clinical practices of most of the Department of Medicine’s divisions, allowing for high-level collaboration, collegiality, and care delivery.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements :

MD / DO, Board Certified / Board Eligible in Endocrinology

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience :

Emphasis placed on exceptional clinical skills.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities :

Not Applicable.