Assistant or Associate Professor of Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology

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About the Role

The Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, is seeking an Assistant or Associate Professor of Clinical OB/GYN to join the Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. This is a full-time position.

Responsibilities

• Performs clinical duties in In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) at USC Fertility, including performing ultrasound examinations, managing stimulations of patients undergoing IVF treatment, and performing egg retrieval, endoscopic surgery, and embryo transfer procedures.
• Conducts independent clinical research in the clinical or translational arena.
• Mentors medical students, residents in Obstetrics and Gynecology, and fellows in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility.
• Teaches and lectures to medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Requirements

• Current valid license/certification to practice medicine in the state of California, DEA certificate, and CPR certification
• Board certification in OB/GYN
• Board certification or board eligible in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
• Excellent interpersonal skills in order to effectively interact with supervisors, physicians, nurses, other staff, students, patients, and their families, etc
• Possess a high degree of confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism
• Completion of fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Experience in clinical practice and research
• Ability to teach at all levels: Medical students, residents, and fellows
• Ability to mentor residents and fellows
• Ability to present lectures

Benefits

The university reserves the right to add or change duties any time.

Job Accountabilities

• Obtains detailed and accurate medical histories from patients. Performs appropriate physical examinations, delineates problems, and records the information.
• Develops and implements patient management plans, including the coordination of referrals to specialty and social services, the recording of progress notes, and the provision of continuity of care.
• Arranges follow-up plans as appropriate for patients’ medical problems, and ensures that patients understand discharge instructions, and follow-up planning.
• Devises expedited diagnostic and treatment plans to address the patients’ acute medical needs.
• Performs and/or interprets common laboratory, radiological, and other diagnostic procedures.
• Performs medical procedures such as egg retrievals, embryo transfers, and manages complications of OB/GYN conditions.
• Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens, family planning, and emotional problems of daily living and health maintenance.
• Counsels patients on medical and psychological problems, and provides medical treatment where appropriate, such as for minor illnesses.
• Teaches, mentors, and lectures to medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Performs independent research of a clinical or translational nature leading to timely promotion.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Experience in clinical practice and research
• Ability to teach at all levels: Medical students, residents, and fellows
• Ability to mentor residents and fellows
• Ability to present lectures

Salary Range

The annual base salary range for this position is $350,000-$400,000, with opportunities for bonus payment based on clinical activity.

Equal Opportunity Employer

USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy.