Assistant Professor, Surgery, Trauma/Critical Care

Title: Assistant Professor, Surgery, Trauma/Critical Care

Department Org:

Employee Classification: A1 – Faculty Full Time 12 Mth HSC

Bargaining Unit: Bargaining Unit Exempt

Primary Location: Health Science Campus College

Job Description:

The University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor in General Surgery, Trauma/Critical Care. The surgeon reports directly to the Chief of Surgery and the Chairman of the Department of Surgery and represents the College to internal and external constituents to promote, facilitate, and disseminate clinical, education and research activities. As a Provisional Level II Trauma Center, The University of Toledo Trauma Center is equipped to provide immediate, life-saving care for critical injuries 24 hours a day. Trauma Surgeons actively engage in even the most complex trauma cases in collaboration with Physician, APP, nursing, and administrative support. The Department Surgery continues to advance medical education through trauma prevention programs and clinical research opportunities.

Responsibilities:

• Provide Trauma, Surgical Critical Care and Emergency General Surgery
• Provide direct care for critically ill surgical patients within the SICU
• Participate in clinical research and teaching of General Surgery Residents, medical students, and APPs.
• Perform administrative duties to support ongoing trauma verification.
• Supervise APP in the Trauma/Acute care clinic.
• Participate in additional opportunities for General Surgery practice.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in both General Surgery and Surgical Critical Care
• Successful completion of a residency program in Surgical Critical Care as well as a fellowship (if applicable).
• Must meet all the institutional requirements for appointment to Assistant Professor.
• Strong leadership skills, an interest in teaching and clinical research, with an exceptional clinical ability.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement:

The University of Toledo is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to maintaining a welcoming and respectful community to all members, regardless of their race, national origin, religion, beliefs, age, socioeconomic status, gender, sexual orientation, or disability status. As part of this commitment, we require that all applicants for faculty positions include a statement that discusses their past and/or planned contributions to a culture of equity and inclusion in the areas of research, teaching, or service. In this statement, the applicant should also reflect upon their experiences and vision regarding how their values and experiences advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in working with students, faculty, and staff.

Conditions of Employment:

To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. To further this effort, the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center is requiring candidates for employment to be nicotine-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements will include cotinine (nicotine) testing, as well as drug and other required health screenings for the position. With the exception of positions within University of Toledo Main Campus and the University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences, the employment offer is conditional upon successful completion of a cotinine test and Occupational Health clearance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation. 

The University is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, dual-career professionals and covered veterans.

The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact the Human Resources Department at 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30AM and 5:00PM or apply online for an accommodation request. 

Computer access is available at most public libraries and at the Office of Human Resources located in the Center for Administrative Support on the Main Campus of the University of Toledo.

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