Assistant Professor, Clinical Faculty Appointment (CFA) - Head & Neck Surgery

UT MD Anderson Cancer Center•Houston, TX

8h•Onsite

About The Position

The Section of Ophthalmology, Department of Head and Neck Surgery at The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center seeks candidates for an assistant professor position in the clinical faculty track with a focus in cornea, anterior surface disorders and dry eye. Candidates must be board eligible or board certified in ophthalmology, and must have completed a fellowship in cornea, and/or have equivalent experience. Candidates must be eligible for licensure in the State of Texas. Patients with ophthalmic and systemic malignancies will form the core of this patient population. There will be ample opportunities for clinical research in a multi-disciplinary environment. Responsibilities will also include teaching of residents and fellows. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent qualifications in education, clinical care and research.

Requirements

Board eligible or board certified in ophthalmology
Completed a fellowship in cornea, and/or have equivalent experience
Eligible for licensure in the State of Texas
Graduate of an accredited medical school with a degree or an equivalent of an M.D.
Completed a residency training program in ophthalmology
Board certified or board eligible
Two years experience as Instructor or five years post degree with any combination of time as a: Clinician, Clinical Scientist or GME trainee (except specialties with shorter residencies or fellowships)
Must possess a valid and active Texas Medical license to practice medicine in the State of Texas

Nice To Haves

Demonstrate excellent qualifications in education, clinical care and research.

Responsibilities

Practices ophthalmology in an exemplary manner upholding standards set forth by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology, properly balanced with other academic activities.
Develops and maintains a clinical ophthalmology practice for patients referred to M.D. Anderson Cancer Center.
Provides physician staffing for the outpatient ophthalmology clinic and the inpatient service at a level commensurate with what would be provided by other ophthalmologists with the same level of training and experience.
Reviews, evaluates, and correctly interprets medical records and patient data based on previous training, experience, and knowledge.
Fills out proper ICD and CPT coding on the clinic charge cards within 24 hours.
Completes patient documentation for medical records using standards set forth and within time frames provided by institutional policy.
Corresponds as appropriate in writing or in telephone conversations with referring physicians or with other physicians involved with the management of the patient's disease regarding patient care and treatment.
Keeps abreast of current approaches in the management of patients through attendance at continuing education conferences in the specialty.
Requests appropriate medical consultations for patients by phone conversations or in writing to other physicians.
Provides a role model in ophthalmology, as a practitioner for faculty, fellows, residents, and other trainees rotating on the service.
Provides medical direction of non-physician personnel (Ophthalmic Technician, Patient Coordinators, and Registered Nurses).
Contributes to a balanced and integrated educational program in ophthalmology for fellows, residents, and other trainees who rotate through the Ophthalmology Section.
Completes the evaluation forms for rotating residents in a timely fashion.
Participates in, develops, and implements specific continuing education programs pertaining to ophthalmology.
Attends and participates in Division/Department teaching and continuing conferences which requires verbal interaction with colleagues and walking to and from meeting locations throughout the campus.
Actively engages in clinical translational research and scholarly activity to enhance the academic environment of the Department and the institution.
Develops programs of clinical or translational research and scholarly activities in keeping with the goals of the Department.
Seeks appropriate funding mechanisms to support his/her research.
Publishes or presents results in a timely fashion.
Serves on institutional and hospital committees as requested by attending appropriate meetings, which may include walking to each meeting site.
Assumes administrative duties as assigned by the Department Chairman or his/her designee.
Represents the department in local, regional, state, and national meetings.