Position Information

　　Position/Rank Pediatric Pulmonary Physician / Rank Dependent on Qualifications

　　Department 00862 - Pediatric Pulmonology

　　City Salt Lake City, UT

　　Track Track Dependent on Qualifications

　　New Position to Begin CY2024

　　Details

　　The Division of Pediatric Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine at the University of Utah Spencer F. Eccles School of Medicine has an opening for a Pediatric Pulmonary Physician with focus in pediatric pulmonology. The pediatric pulmonologist will provide outpatient clinical pulmonary services and assist with inpatient pulmonary consultative services and shared call at Primary Children’s Hospital locations in Salt Lake City and Lehi, Utah commensurate with other members of the division. In addition to clinical service there is an expectation for academic work including teaching, investigation, and administration, as well as advocacy. Depending on experience, there may be opportunities for leadership responsibilities.

　　The Division consists of 9 Pulmonologists, 1 General Pediatrician, and 4 Advanced Practice Providers. The division has a AASM accredited sleep center, multidisciplinary sleep clinic, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation accredited center, fully functional pulmonary function lab, multidisciplinary aerodigestive program, and multidisciplinary technology dependent patient program. The division provides comprehensive clinical services in pulmonary medicine, sleep medicine, multidisciplinary management of airway disorders and neuromuscular disorders. Academic affiliation with the University of Utah School of Medicine provides for teaching opportunities of pediatric fellows, residents, and medical students on a regular basis.

　　Qualified candidates must be Board Eligible/Board Certified in Pediatrics and in Pediatric Pulmonology. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Clinical or Tenure track at the academic level commensurate with experience and qualifications.

　　The Department and University offers a competitive salary and an unmatched benefits program, including non-contributory retirement contributions of 20.2% of annual salary that vest immediately. The Department offers a faculty development and mentoring program designed to foster success in translational or basic research, quality improvement engagement, and excellence as educators.

　　Salt Lake City offers an incredible quality of life and is a rapidly growing, vibrant city in the Intermountain West with a nationally recognized broadway theater, ballet, symphony, and several professional sports teams. The Salt Lake International Airport is a hub for Delta Airlines and has direct flights to many North American cities and daily direct flights to multiple European cities. Outdoor activities are unparalleled: the city is a ski destination and a gateway to the state’s renowned red rock landscapes. Utah boasts 14 ski resorts, five national parks (with five more within a day’s drive), a variety of golf courses allowing for year-round play, hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails, picturesque lakes, and numerous other outdoor activities.

　　University of Utah Health is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect, and values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

　　Interested individuals can apply for the position at https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/157707 . Cover letter and curriculum vitae are required. For additional information about the position, please contact: Brian McGinley, M.D., Division Chief of Pediatric Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine, at [email protected] .

　　The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

　　EEO/Non-Discrimination Information

　　The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.

　　Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

　　The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

　　To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:

　　Director/ Title IX Coordinator

　　Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA)

　　383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite

　　Salt Lake City, UT 84112

　　801-581-8365

　　[email protected]

　　Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

　　For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

　　To inquire about this posting, email:[email protected] (%[email protected]) or call 801-581-2300.

　　Notice

　　The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“ URS ”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

　　This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen and immunizations. https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

　　Special Instructions for Candidates

　　Open Date 01/17/2024

　　Close Date

　　Open Until Filled Yes

　　Requisition Number PRN03451F

　　Type Faculty