Open Rank Clinician Educator of Internal Medicine in General Internal Medicine- Geriatrics

University of New Mexico•Albuquerque, NM

38d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, Department of Internal Medicine, is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Geriatric Medicine trained physician to join our section of Geriatric Medicine at our Albuquerque campus, expanding our outpatient faculty group. UNM HSC is New Mexico's only academic medical center and primary teaching hospital, serving over 200,000 patients annually and housing the state's only Level I trauma center. New Mexico has one of the fastest-aging populations in the US, making geriatric medicine highly in demand. At the UNM School of Medicine, you will join a dynamic community dedicated to improving the lives of a culturally diverse population through collaboration, innovation, and skill refinement in research, patient care, and learning. New Mexico offers stunning natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, a vibrant arts scene, and world-renowned cuisine, providing ample opportunities for exploration outside of work. This position focuses on providing high-quality, evidence-based clinical care to a dedicated patient panel while also teaching residents from Family Medicine and Internal Medicine, and Fellows in Geriatric Medicine and other specialties. Our new senior health center is a Level III NCQA-recognized Patient-Centered Medical Home, offering comprehensive primary care with integrated clinical pharmacists, behavioral health support, and care management teams. In addition to clinical duties, candidates will have dedicated time for medical student education and opportunities for advancement in leadership roles.

Requirements

MD or DO
Must be board certified or board eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
Must be board certified or board eligible in Geriatric Medicine by date of hire.
Must be eligible to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Experience or interest in providing evidence-based general geriatric medicine care including and not limited to: geriatric assessments, consultations, complex chronic disease management, prevention, wellness, and lifestyle medicine.
Experience or interest in teaching residents, medical students, and fellows.
Experience or interest in developing outpatient research and quality improvement projects in Geriatrics.
A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the University’s mission to serve local and global communities.

Responsibilities

Providing high-quality, evidence-based clinical care to a dedicated patient panel.
Teaching residents from Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, and Fellows in Geriatric Medicine and other specialties.
Teaching residents during their continuity clinic experience.
Providing medical student education.
Opportunities for advancement in leadership across academic and administrative roles.
Precepting residents and medical students in different clinical settings.
Contributing to undergraduate and graduate medical education.
Participation in scholarly activities with learners and colleagues.
Involvement in quality and process improvement initiatives for patient care.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs.
Competitive salary based on experience and education; incentive package available.
Established community-based clinics in the Albuquerque area.
Opportunities for innovation in medical education and clinical practice.
Team-based approach to Geriatric Medicine care.
Supportive environment with experienced faculty for mentorship and professional growth.
Training and continuing medical education opportunities.
Leadership opportunities with mentorship and coaching for success.
Annual CME allowance, tuition remission, and dependent education scholarships.
Defined benefit pension through the New Mexico Educational Retirement Board.