Director of Supportive and Palliative Care Program

The University of Iowa is seeking a physician board-certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine to serve as Director of an established and vibrant Supportive and Palliative Care program. The academic appointment will be at the Associate or Full Professor level, either in the Clinician Educator (Clinical Track) or Tenure Track, commensurate with experience.  Candidates must have an MD or equivalent degree and have completed an ACGME-accredited Residency Program.  A minimum of five years of experience in adult palliative medicine is required; clinical and teaching experience in a multidisciplinary academic medical center program is preferred.  Demonstrated experience promoting a diverse workforce/academic environment is required.

The Supportive and Palliative Care Program is based within the Division of General Internal Medicine, Department of Medicine and has grown substantially since its creation in 1999. It consists of a multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurse practitioners, supportive care nurses, pharmacists, clinical psychologist, music therapist, chaplains, social worker and volunteers.  The Program also recruits two Hospice and Palliative care fellows each year and provides teaching to a variety of fellows, residents, and students from across the institution.  Faculty scholarship includes grant funding and numerous publications and presentations at national meetings.  The Supportive and Palliative Care Program also has significant philanthropic support and is working with University of Iowa Healthcare leadership on plans to create a multidisciplinary Palliative Care Institute.

Additional Details:

  • Clinical position with protected time for administrative duties and academic endeavors.
  • ACGME accredited Hospice and Palliative Medicine Fellowship where fellows train with multi-disciplinary teams; work with diverse patient populations and families; build skills in the comprehensive care of patients in inpatient, outpatient and home settings; and conduct scholarly work.
  • University of Iowa Health Care is consistently ranked among the best locations in the country to train, work, and receive care by Forbes, U. S. News & World Report, and many other respected outlets.

In addition to practicing at a highly ranked medical school, you will live in one of the most well educated and safest communities in the country. Iowa City, Iowa offers a cosmopolitan flavor without the traffic, crime, or high cost of living associate with a metropolitan area.

Iowa City

  • Outstanding public schools, typically ranked in the top 1% nationally
  • World-class entertainment, eclectic culinary experiences, as well as an abundance of literary, musical, and cultural opportunities
  • Gorgeous custom homes built on large lots with prices under $150/sq ft.
  • Easy drive to Chicago, Madison, St. Louis, Kansas City, Omaha, and Minneapolis
  • International airport access

Interested applications should search the Jobs@UIOWA Site:

http://jobs.uiowa.edu/content/faculty and search for requisition #74128

 

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preference, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University also affirms its commitment to providing equal opportunities and equal access to University facilities. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply for all employment vacancies.