Open Rank Clinical Faculty- Surgery, Transplant

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in the field of Transplant Surgery.
• Train students and residents in clinical and call coverage as outlined by the Section Chief.
• Maintain appropriate clinical records.
• Work towards achieving the appropriate number of RVU's for your specialty and work effort.
• Participate in educational programs of the Department of Surgery, including teaching, service, training, preceptorship, mentoring, etc.

Requirements

• Medical degree (MD, DO) or equivalent.
• Ability to acquire a Georgia Medical License and privileges at Wellstar MCG Health. Should be board-certified in transplant surgery.
• Experience with liver transplantation is preferred.
• Fellowship training in Transplant Surgery.
• Previous teaching experience at an academic medical center.

Qualifications

• Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)'s requirements for institutional accreditation.
• Evidence of ability as a teacher.
• Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability in all other duties assigned.
• Successful experience (which will necessarily be waived for those just entering the academic profession who meet all other requirements).
• Desirable personal qualities judged on the basis of personal interview, complete biographical data, and recommendations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more!
• Tuition assistance program for full-time employees after 6 months of employment.

Salary and Schedule

• This position is fiscal year based and works year-round.
• The intended work commitment or full-time equivalent (FTE) for this position is 1.0 and considered full-time.
• Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements.
• Advancement through the faculty ranks at Augusta University is only through the annual Promotion and Tenure process in which faculty may apply if eligible (typically five-year increments).