Assistant Professor, Clinical Faculty Appointment; CFA - Benign Hematology

Responsibilities

• Actively engage in clinical research and scholarly activity to enhance the academic environment of the Department.
• Represent the Section of Benign Hematology in local, regional, state and national matters pertaining to the field of medical oncology.
• Practice internal medicine and Benign Hematology in an exemplary manner in standards set forth by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners and the American College of Physicians.
• Provide complete and thorough history and physical patient examinations and perform invasive procedures as dictated by the physician’s subspecialty.
• Develop and maintain a clinical consultative practice for patients referred to M.D. Anderson Cancer Center.
• Provide physician staffing for the Internal Medicine Center at a level commensurate with that provided by other physicians of similar training and experience.
• Complete patient documentation for medical records within time frames provided by institutional policy, including clear dictation and visual review of documents.
• Correspond as appropriate in writing or by telephone with physicians regarding patient care and treatment.
• Keep abreast of current approaches in the management of patients through attendance at continuing education conferences in the specialty.
• Request appropriate consultations for patients by telephone or in writing to other physicians.
• Provide a role model as a practitioner for faculty, fellows, residents and students.
• Provide peer review for assessment of the clinical practice of faculty within the Department.
• Serve on institutional and hospital committees as requested, attending meetings and providing verbal feedback where appropriate.
• Actively engage in research and scholarly activities, develop programs of clinical research, and instruct research support personnel in protocol implementation.
• Provide a balanced and integrated educational program in Benign Hematology for medical fellows and/or residents who rotate through the Section of Benign Hematology.

• MD
• Licensed to practice in Texas
• Board certified or eligible in Hematology

• At least 5 years experience post-degree with a combination of time as a clinician, clinical scientist, or GME trainee (excluding specialties with shorter residencies or fellowships).

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

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• Requisition
• Employee Status:
  Regular
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 0
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 0
• Maximum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 0
• FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
• Work Location:
  
  Onsite