The Department of Child Health at the University of Missouri is seeking applicants for Director in the Division of Critical Care. Responsibilities include patient care in the PICU, involvement in a thriving sedation service, and the teaching of residents and medical students. Clinical research activity is pursued and encouraged. The Director will lead the division’s clinical, research and educational services as well as provide leadership to foster the growth and expansion of the division.
The PICU is a 13-bed unit with multiple pediatric specialties including active general surgery, neurosurgical, ENT, orthopedic surgery and plastic surgical programs. There are approximately 1000 admissions/year. The multi-disciplinary team consists of residents, nurse practitioners, respiratory therapists, social workers and dietitians. A team of individuals dedicated solely to pediatric transport provides mobile intensive care services to our region.
Minimum Qualifications: MD / DO, Board certified Pediatrician, BC/BE Pediatric Critical Care
Candidates will be evaluated on: Those with additional training in Anesthesiology, Cardiology or Pulmonary medicine are also encouraged to apply.
Be prepared to upload CV and a cover letter.
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This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
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Home to eight hospitals and more than 700 practicing physicians, health care is the dominant industry in Columbia with one in five employed residents working in a health-related profession. Columbia also has one of the highest rates of physicians per capita in the nation. Higher education and the insurance industry are also major employers in the area.
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