Assistant Professor-Dept. of Emergency Medicine w/ University of Louisville
About The Position
The Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Louisville School of Medicine is seeking a highly motivated, emergency medicine residency-trained, board-certified or board-eligible ABEM/ABOEM physician for a full-time faculty position. The physician will provide clinical services at UofL Health’s Jewish Hospital and South Hospital. Jewish Hospital is a 462-bed tertiary referral center in downtown Louisville and an adult teaching hospital for the University of Louisville School of Medicine. Its Emergency Department has 27 treatment areas, including a fast-care area for hand care and low-acuity patients, and treats approximately 27,000 patients annually, many with high-acuity medical problems. South Hospital is a 40-bed facility in Brooks, Kentucky. Its Emergency Department treats approximately 35,000 patients annually and serves Bullitt County, with a strong pediatric presence. The hospitals are part of the University of Louisville Department of Emergency Medicine, an academic department established in 1971 with a mission of patient care, teaching, and research. Faculty salaries and benefits are described as competitive. The department has a 36-resident program and fellowships in EMS, Administration/Leadership, and Ultrasound.
Requirements
- Medical doctorate degree.
- Emergency medicine residency training.
- Board-certified or board-eligible ABEM/ABOEM physician.
- Physician license for the state of Kentucky.
- ACLS/BLS certification.
Nice To Haves
- Epic EMR experience is preferred.
- Strong computer and keyboarding skills.
Responsibilities
- Assess clients’ physical status through interviews, health histories, and physical examinations in inpatient and outpatient services.
- Formulate treatment plans for health problems and follow-up care.
- Write prescriptions for medications, blood tests, routine diagnostic and follow-up studies, and therapeutic measures.
- Evaluate the quality of care provided and recommend improvements.
- Share clinical expertise with personnel.
- Document and report care accurately and in a timely manner.
- Maintain compliance with company policies, procedures, and standards of conduct.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive faculty salaries and benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
