Full Professor, Hyperbaric Medicine and Wound Care - Internal Medicine, McGovern Medical School

UTHealth Houston•, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston is seeking a full-time (1.0 FTE) faculty member in the Division of Hyperbaric Medicine and Wound Care within the Department of Internal Medicine. The division provides inpatient and outpatient services at Memorial Hermann Hospital - Texas Medical Center and TIRR Memorial Hermann, and participates in medical school teaching at all levels. The selected candidate will contribute to the department’s missions in education, biomedical and social science research, clinical care, and public health. The role requires a strong clinical background in hyperbaric medicine and wound care, leadership skills, and commitment to patient care and academic advancement. The faculty member will provide clinical care, including serving as a sponsoring physician to Nurse Practitioners in inpatient and outpatient settings; teach and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows; participate in research; and contribute to committees, regulatory compliance, and administrative activities. The appointment may be at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level. An Associate Professor appointment requires at least two years at that rank.

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree or equivalent.
Texas Medical License or eligibility for a Texas Faculty Temporary License.
American Board of Internal Medicine or American Board of Family Medicine certification or an eligibility statement.
Strong clinical background in hyperbaric medicine and wound care.
Demonstrated leadership skills and commitment to excellence in patient care and academic advancement.
For appointment as Associate Professor, at least two years at that rank.

Nice To Haves

Board certification in Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine is preferred.

Responsibilities

Deliver clinical care, including diagnosing and managing complex cases, developing individualized treatment plans, and monitoring patient progress.
Act as a sponsoring physician to Nurse Practitioners for inpatient and outpatient services.
Educate and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows, and foster a learning environment that supports development in the field.
Participate in research activities, including designing and conducting studies, publishing findings in peer-reviewed journals, and presenting at conferences.
Participate in committees and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Perform administrative activities and other services.