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Current Opportunities:

Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Family Medicine and Primary Care

The University of Hong Kong

Applications are invited for appointment as Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Family Medicine and Primary Care (Ref.: 499770), to commence as soon as possible, on a four-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal.

The Department of Family Medicine and Primary Care aims to produce doctors to practise medicine of the highest standard and in the best interests of their patients and the community, and to inspire them to strive for and achieve academic excellence.  It is the mission of the Department to promote quality primary care through education, patient-centred service and research in family medicine.

Applicants should possess a medical degree registrable with the Medical Council of Hong Kong, and preferably a higher qualification in general practice/family medicine.  Special consideration will be given to holders of the F.H.K.A.M. (Family Medicine) or equivalent specialist qualifications in general practice/family medicine.  They should have proven capacity and potential in research; demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in clinical services and training; and have experience in undergraduate teaching.  They should also be fluent in Cantonese and English (including Putonghua), although teaching, research and professional activities are conducted in English.  The appointee is expected to participate in the planning and delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Family Medicine; conduct research; develop and provide clinical services in primary care in the Department and the HKU-Shenzhen Hospital; and contribute to administrative duties in the Department and the Faculty.  Information about the post can be obtained from Professor Cindy Lam at clklam@hku.hk.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.  At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income.  The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary.  A monthly cash allowance will be offered to the successful candidate.  Housing benefits will also be provided as applicable.

The University only accepts online application for the above post.  Applicants should apply online at the University’s career site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V.  Review of applications will start on April 1, 2020 and continue until May 31, 2020 or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency

posting expires April 30, 2020

Chair, Department of Family Medicine and Community Health

Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

The Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania invites applications and nominations for the position of Chair of the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health.

The Department of Family Medicine and Community Health has a proud and rich combination of academic activities and service contributions. Since its founding, the Department has systematically built clinical, research and educational programs that have become deeply integrated into the fabric of Penn Medicine’s academic and clinical programs, the University and the community. The mission of the Department is to deliver high quality, high value and equitable care by partnering with patients, families and communities to achieve optimal health; apply the best evidence in person-centered care; generate and disseminate innovative research; and educate scholars and create leaders in family medicine and community health. The Department has strong interfaces with many of Penn’s Centers including the Center for Public Health Initiatives (CPHI), the Abramson Cancer Center, the Institute on Aging (IOA) and the Center for Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics (CCEB). Additional opportunities for collaboration include the Leonard Davis Institute, the Center for Health Equity Research and Promotion and the Penn Center for Innovation, among others.

The practice provides over 54,000 outpatient visits a year, admits approximately 5,000 inpatients (primarily to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center) and performs about 320 deliveries per year at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. The practice is a member of the Clinical Practices of the University of Pennsylvania (CPUP) and the Chair serves as a member of the Board of Directors of CPUP, whose primary role is to coordinate the tripartite mission of the 18 clinical departments.

The Chair oversees 33 faculty and nearly 114 professional and support staff. Major hospital sites for clinical and educational activities include Penn Presbyterian Medical Center and Pennsylvania Hospital, institutions of great distinction and diversity. In addition, the Department’s faculty and resident physicians are an integral part of the care teams at five community clinics and four student-led community clinics.


Qualified candidates are those who are family medicine trained with MD, MD/MPH, or MD/PhD degrees and are qualified for a faculty appointment at the Associate or Professor level in the Standing Faculty of the Perelman School of Medicine (PSOM) at the University of Pennsylvania. Candidates must be a respected active practitioner, have a distinguished record of research and possess dynamic, inclusive leadership skills, administrative expertise and a clear commitment to – and excellence in – education, fostering an inclusive environment and sponsorship and mentorship of a diverse cadre of students, residents, fellows and faculty. Candidates must have the demonstrated ability to foster strong collaborations among investigators within the Department, the School of Medicine, the campus community and Philadelphia. The candidate should articulate a compelling vision for the future of family medicine at Penn Medicine, the role of the department within a highly regarded academic medical center and the field of family medicine and community health in general. PSOM seeks candidates who embrace and reflect diversity in the broadest sense.

The executive search firm, Korn Ferry, is assisting Penn Medicine with this search. All interested applicants are invited to send their curriculum vitae and letter of interest to the attention of Korn Ferry at Caroline.Thompson@kornferry.com. Applicants must also apply for this position online at: https://apply.interfolio.com/74581.

The University of Pennsylvania is an EOE. Minorities/Women/Individuals with disabilities/Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Posting expires 4/20/20

 

 

Family Medicine Core Faculty Physician

Mayo Clinic - Eau Claire, WI

Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire, Wisconsin is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Family Medicine teaching physician to join our team. This residency seeks to train family physicians who improve care, improve health and improve life through practicing and leading patient-centered, team-based, high-value, full-spectrum care. 

  • Traditional Family Medicine faculty practice (inpatient/outpatient)
  • OB is strongly desired
  • Teach full scope Family Medicine in a supportive, community-based, 5-5-5 program
  • Great opportunities for faculty and professional development
  • Integrated healthcare system focusing on team-based care
  • Inpatient coverage of Family Medicine Residency patients only, all other inpatients covered by established Hospitalist program
  • Reasonable call schedule (from home)
  • Common EHR across all Mayo Clinic sites
  • Comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary guarantee
  • Site qualifies for H1-B visas

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine Eau Claire, with a metro area of 163,000 is home to the 11,000 students at the University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire. Strong schools, low crime rate, and a reasonable cost of living may be expected. With an abundance of outdoor activities, Eau Claire was ranked #4 on the list of “Americas best towns” (Outside Magazine, 2015) The city also serves as the retail center for west central Wisconsin and the major metro area of Minneapolis/St. Paul is 90 minutes away. Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire is recognized as a Best Hospital in Northwestern Wisconsin and within the top 10 for Hospitals in Wisconsin (U.S. News & World Report, 2015-2016).

To apply for this position, please use the following URL: https://ars2.equest.com/?response_id=1e8a58039e4109b6b795d5143f5c1acb

Posting expires 3/29/20

Family Medicine Core Faculty Physician
Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL

Practicing at Mayo Clinic provides a rewarding career that promotes excellence in patient-centered care.  You can thrive in an environment that supports innovation and has a wealth of resources available to you – including an integrated EHR and collaboration with top specialists – to give your patients the quality of care you want to achieve.

The Family Medicine department in Jacksonville, Florida, is seeking a board certified Family Medicine physician to join the practice. A physician wishing to join the Family Medicine Residency as a core faculty member is preferred, but not required.

Practice Details:

  • Outpatient practice – see approximately 18 patients per day
  • Hospital coverage – core faculty rotation is 1:10, a week at a time
  • No night call
  • No OB
  • Up to 10% of time can be spent doing research
  • Core faculty will spend 60% of their time teaching and 40% of their time in patient care

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Five years of experience
  • Experience teaching residents
  • Publication experience
  • Desire to step into a leadership position in the future

Board Certified (BC) in Family Medicine Jacksonville is the largest city in area in the continental United States. A beautiful coastal Florida city that features excellent year-round climate, over 20 miles of beaches and outstanding outdoor recreational, cultural and family-oriented amenities. The “River City by the Sea” has an excellent school system, reasonable cost of living and a thriving business environment. Medical professionals and patients are drawn to Jacksonville by an extraordinary network of high-profile healthcare facilities. Jacksonville continues to grow as more people relocate from all over the U.S. and abroad, to see what the great River City has to offer!

To apply for this position, please use the following URL: https://ars2.equest.com/?response_id=5366d0e90a95d65c996f048368dbd48d

Posting expires 3/28/20

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