Assistant Professor, In-Patient

Overview Eastern Virginia Medical School Macon and Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences at Old Dominion University The department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is seeking applicants for a faculty, full-time position. This is a unique academic position that offers the opportunity to work in a leading-edge care referral center – Sentara Norfolk General Hospital; a level one trauma center recognized nationally for its excellence across numerous specialties. POSITION HIGHLIGHTS Academic Appointment at the Assistant Professor rank. Round on teaching and non-teaching teams. Ample opportunities to teach and mentor physical medicine and rehabilitation residents, medical students, and other learners across our affiliated programs. Benefit from mentorship and a supportive environment fostering growth in clinical care, education, research, quality improvement, and administrative leadership. WHY JOIN US? At EVMS, we are committed to creating a collaborative and enriching academic environment. Our recent integration with Old Dominion University has expanded our academic and clinical opportunities, offering a comprehensive benefits package, enhanced by the synergy between our institutions. You’ll be joining a Department and Organization which values innovation and leadership in medicine, with access to state-of-the-art resources. Responsibilities Assess patients with conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves, bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and tendons. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to address functional limitations and improve quality of life. Conduct thorough patient evaluations. Monitor patient progress and make adjustments as needed. Collaborate with physical therapists, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes. Educate patients and families about their conditions, treatment options, and self-management strategies. Provide care to patients in a hospital setting. Participate in education evaluation and career development of students, residents, fellows, and staff. Engage in academic, clinical, and research activities as needed. Participate in administrative, department policy, and procedure development. Serve on committees as assigned. Utilize communication skills to present teaching materials. Counsel students on academic performance, life skills, and professionalism. Manage day-to-day activities in accordance with EVMS policies and procedures and the policies and procedures of supporting institutions. Qualifications Candidates must have an MD or DO and be board certified or board eligible, having completed an ACGME accredited residency. Applicants must hold a Virginia medical license and DEA certification. The faculty candidate must be committed to a career in academic medicine and must be interested in combining clinical practice with resident education and research. Rank and salary will be commensurate with experience. Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references. Location US-VA-Norfolk #J-18808-Ljbffr