EM/IM Attending Physician (M67623) Emergency Medicine SOM - Virginia Commonwealth University

EM/IM AttendingPhysician

Mission or Goal ofUnit:  VCU Medical Center,which is a largely underserved, Level 1 Trauma Center and tertiary referralcenter sees over 100,000 patients per year. The department is nationallyrecognized for innovative management of chest pain, stroke, major trauma,medical management of EMS and for providing medical direction for aeromedicaltransport. In addition, the Virginia Poison Center is a division component ofthis department. The VCU Department of Emergency Medicine also providescoverage for a free-standing Emergency Department serving the rural patientcommunity of New Kent, Virginia, which sees over 15,000 patients per year andcommunity hospitals in Tappahannock, Virginia and South Hill, Virginia whichsee 20,000 patients per year and 25,000 patients per year,respectively. Virginia Commonwealth University Department of EmergencyMedicine houses an Emergency Medicine 3-year residency program.  We alsopartner with the Air Force and train their residents as well and are one ofonly 12 programs to house a combined Emergency Medicine-Internal Medicineresidency program with an additional 2 residents per year. Faculty may berecruited at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or full Professor commensuratewith experience.

Chief Purpose of thisposition: Weare seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to join our dynamicacademic emergency medicine team. The candidate will contribute to our missionof providing exceptional patient care, innovative research, and high-qualityeducation in emergency medicine. This position supports the department missionby providing clinical experience in Emergency Medicine and Internal Medicine byvirtue of residency training and/or Board certification in both EmergencyMedicine and Internal Medicine.

PositionResponsibilities:

Clinical - Provide direct patient care within the emergency department, clinical decision unit and proper care clinic, supervising all trainees, non-licensed providers, and non-physician credentialed providers in the clinical arena. Clinical obligations will be individualized depending on faculty position assignment. Provide efficient, high quality patient care that reflects current professional practice norms and skills and is consistent with accepted utilization guidelines. Documents each patient encounter with a timely, comprehensive note in the ED (Emergency Department), CDU (Clinical Decision Unit), or virtual clinic visit. Demonstrate professional and courteous behavior towards patients, department staff and members of the hospital community. Fulfill billing and coding responsibilities as defined in the scope of practice. Abide by the department’s operational manual, policies, and procedures. Abide by hospital rules and regulations, medical staff bylaws, credentialing requirements, and MCVH’s policies and procedures. Demonstrate a willingness to fill uncovered shifts due to illness, disasters, and overwhelming acute patient volumes in proportion to clinical commitment.

Teaching -Participate in providing core curriculum lectures to medical students, interns, and resident level trainees. As appropriate, participates in ACLS, PALS and ATLS courses. Provides bedside clinical teaching to all trainees within the Emergency Department, Clinical Decision Unit and Proper care clinic. Participates in nursing, house staff, medical student, advanced practice provider and paramedic educational programs. 

Research - Actively identify areas of interest and participate in Departmental research projects. 

Administrative - Attend department staff meetings unless on clinical duty. Participate in and adhere to quality improvement and utilization review activities. Participates in relevant marketing and public relations activities on behalf of the hospital and Emergency Department. Participates in appropriate medical staff and hospital committees as assigned. Completes, in a timely manner, all reports and requests for information from the Department Chair, Vice-Chair and the SOM.
Service - When required, participate as a representative of the VCU Health System.  Assignments could span the full spectrum of healthcare or be in a specific area of interest to the incumbent.

RequiredQualifications: 

•  Board Certified/Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine and Internal Medicine
• Graduate of accredited Medical School
• Active Virginia Medical license and DEA license
• Completion of an Emergency Medicine/Internal Medicine Residency Program
• Completion of an Emergency Medicine/Internal Medicine residency within 3 years (If beyond 3 years of completing accredited Emergency Medicine residency program, must have completed 1500 hours of clinical activity in the past 3 years in an Emergency Department of comparable size, volume, and patient acuity and can be waived at the discretion of the Chair)
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff and student environment or commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU

Richmond, Virginia is avibrant city that provides those visiting and living here with a perfectcombination of history, culture, and nature.  Its historical significanceis evident in its numerous landmarks, cobblestone streets, and museums. Richmond is also well known for its art and culture. It is home to the VirginiaMuseum of Fine Arts, the Altria Theater, and numerous concerts and festivalsthroughout the year.  Nature lovers will revel in the abundance of outdoorspaces Richmond provides.  The James River offers opportunities fortubing, kayaking, rafting in class IV rapids and hiking along many scenictrails.  Finally, Richmond’s central location provides easy access to ournation’s capital, the beach, and the mountains.  The temperate climate,affordable cost of living and keen sense of community will offer a welcomingand inclusive environment for those looking for city living with a laid-backvibe.

Benefits:
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate withqualifications and experience. The academic environment provides manyopportunities for professional growth, research funding, and support foracademic pursuits.

Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae (CV), a diversitystatement, a cover letter outlining their interest in the position and relevantexperience, and the names and contact information of three professionalreferences. Application materials should be sent via email to [email protected]

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positionis filled. Early applications are encouraged.

Our Institution is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicationsfrom underrepresented groups in medicine.

Note: Please specify the desired academic rank (Assistant/Associate/FullProfessor) in the subject line of the email.

Position Type: Faculty
Full time equivalent: 1.0 FTE
Tenure: Ineligible
Rank: Open
Months: 12
Department: Emergency Medicine (SOM)

Salary: Commensurate

Contact Information: 
Contact Name:  Sharlene Shannon
Contact Email: sharlene.shannon@vcuhealth.org
Contact Phone: 804-205-8928