OB/GYN Combined Complex Family Planning/Generalist Physician | OBGYN | SOM |M89922

About the role

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond. Accounting for almost half of VCU’s sponsored research, the School of Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care and education. The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology seeks qualified candidates to provide OB/GYN specialty and Complex Family Planning subspecialty care, including early pregnancy failure, contraception, and family planning services. The position includes in‑ and outpatient consultation, therapeutic procedures in outpatient settings, the operating room, and possible off‑site locations, as well as participation in student and resident education and departmental clinical research.

Responsibilities

• Teaching: Actively participate in the department’s educational activities, focusing on educating students and residents in obstetrics, gynecology, and family planning.
• Research: Initiate clinical research projects, participate in and facilitate department research, and contribute to scholarly publications and presentations.
• Service: Serve on departmental, health system, and university committees as needed, and in a professional capacity in the field.
• Clinical: Full participation in the clinical activities of the complex family planning section, including clinic, inpatient care, surgery, and nighttime call duties as appropriate.
• Other: Participate in department and institutional administrative activities as assigned by the division chief and/or department chair.

Qualifications

• Eligible for a medical license in Virginia.
• Completion of training in Obstetrics and Gynecology equivalent to ACGME and ABOG accredited residency programs.
• Completion of training in Complex Family Planning equivalent to ACGME accredited fellowship programs.
• Potential for scholarship or creative expression to complement and expand existing expertise in the department.
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with faculty, staff, and students from diverse backgrounds, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of an ACGME accredited OB/GYN residency.
• Demonstrated talent and experience in teaching, commitment to research, and patient care.
• Board Certified/Board Eligible by the American Board of OB/GYN in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
• Board Certified/Board Eligible by the American Board of OB/GYN in Complex Family Planning.

Contact: Ashley Krauss – ashley.krauss@vcuhealth.org