General Surgeon
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Job Info

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Department:

Surgery - General Surgery - 414002

Posting Open Date:

07/29/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Position Type:

Permanent Faculty

Working Title:

General Surgeon

Appointment Type:

Open Rank

Vacancy ID:

FAC0005160

Full-time/Part-time:

Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week:

40

FTE:

1

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Proposed Start Date:

10/01/2024

Be a Tar Heel!:

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.

OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation's leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.

OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.

Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education: We will prepare tomorrow's health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.

Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

Position Summary:

The Department of Surgery at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill, NC is seeking applications for a full-time Board Certified/Eligible General Surgeon to help grow our Hillsborough Campus. The candidate will be a member of a newly created Section of General Surgery within the Division of Acute Care and Trauma Surgery. The primary responsibility of this position will be to oversee the strategic growth and operational management of programs at Hillsborough from across the 9 Divisions in the Department of Surgery that are appropriate for growth at this location.

UNC Health Care Hillsborough is a relatively new community hospital which is an extension of UNC Medical Center. The 68 acute care bed facility combines a community hospital culture with the innovative procedures (including robotic surgery) and care for which the UNC Medical Center is known. The campus includes a medical office building with clinical space and procedure rooms in addition to the acute care hospital. The Emergency Room volume has grown over the last few years and there will be expanded operating room capacity over the next year which will bring the operating rooms to a total of eight. The DOS is keenly interested to grow our presence at Hillsborough Hospital, including both emergent and elective procedures, as we expand our reach and programs and is seeking a dynamic leader to help build this program.

This is an Open Rank, Open Track, 0.5 to 1.0 FTE Academic appointment that will be offered commensurate with the candidate's experience. Qualified applicants should have an interest in and experience with a broad array of general surgical procedures and a keen interest in the areas of patient care and medical education. Responsibilities of this position include (1) working with the DOS Department Chair, Associate Chair for Administration, and Division Chiefs to develop and implement a strategic vision and plan for growth of DOS at Hillsborough campus; (2) day-to-day oversight and management of DOS staff, trainees and faculty at Hillsborough Hospital, including call coverage, OR block time, clinics in the attached medical office building; (3) close collaboration and open communication with the Associate CMO for Hillsborough Campus, Vice President for Hillsborough Campus, and DOS leadership including the Executive Vice Chair for Clinical Operations and the relevant Division Chiefs.

Candidates will be expected to have demonstrated excellence in the traditional academic missions: clinical practice, education, and/or research, as evidenced by experience, outcomes, and references. The candidate must have strong inter-personal and leadership skills, including the ability to work cooperatively and collegially within a diverse environment, promote teamwork and learning, and lead by example. Experience building clinical programs and an interest in Acute Care General Surgery is preferred.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

MD

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Not applicable.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements:

Not applicable.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.

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