Assistant/Associate/Professor of Clinical Internal Medicine - SMS-3543 (832)
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Salary: Depends on QualificationsLocation : Springfield, ILJob Type: FacultyJob Number: N942186Department: Internal Medicine-SMSDivision: NephrologyOpening Date: 03/26/2024Closing Date: ContinuousFLSA: ExemptBargaining Unit: N/AShift: DaysExemptorNon_Exempt: ExemptDescription Participate as a full time faculty member in the Departmental and Medical School activities as a Clinician Teacher. The incumbent has a major commitment to the provision, advancement and promotion of excellence in clinical care and teaching/educational activities, and contributes significantly to scholarly activities. Examples of Duties I. Administrative (includes 5% academic consideration time) 5%A. Academic consideration time. (.05 FTE)B. Assume other divisional and departmental administrative responsibility as directed by the Division Chief.II. Teaching 15%The SIU Department of Medicine is committed to delivering the highest quality medical education across the learning continuum (e.g., medical school/residency/fellowship/continuing education and faculty development).A. Clinical Teaching (of which 7.5% is standard clinical and therefore incorporated in determining the clinical full-time equivalent or CFTE )All full time faculty members are expected to teach within the context of provision of clinicalcare.1. Teach, mentor, and supervise individual students and residents during in-patient and out-patient consultations and follow-up visits.2. Prepare lectures, seminars and rounds for students taking the Nephrology elective.B. Didactic Teaching (7.5%)Beyond teaching within the context of provision of clinical care, all faculty members are expected to engage in formal, scheduled teaching outside the context of clinical care delivery.1. Prepare and deliver lectures, seminars, conferences and rounds for resident house staff, medical students and other learners in the Department of Medicine and other departments.2. Provide periodic seminars/educational sessions for the division.3. Prepare conferences for the Department of Medicine.4. Provide lectures and conferences at hospitals in communities of Central and Southern Illinois.III. Research and Advanced Training 0%As defined by individual interest and in compliance with Department policy.IV. Service (includes 7.5% Clinical Teaching effort) 80%A. Professional Services1. Complete inpatient and outpatient consultations requested by full-time SIU clinical faculty, house staff and community physicians.2. Develop and maintain professional practice in accordance with departmental policy.3. A clinical full-time equivalent (CFTE) of 87.5% which includes 7.5% clinical teaching. Based on the most recent Vizient 50th percentile benchmark and CFTE, achieve a minimum target of 6,708 RVUs per year (a 1.0 CFTE = 7,666 RVUs).Specific Clinical Duties include:•Providing dialysis outreach to affiliated practices throughout central and southern Illinois.•Provide inpatient consultation at St. John's Hospital and Memorial Medical Center in Springfield and Decatur Memorial Hospital in Decatur including a proportional number of on call weeks split between nephrology members.•Provide outpatient service at the nephrology main clinic location in Springfield and affiliated outreach practice locations throughout central and southern Illinois.B. University, Hospital and Regional Services1. Participate in University, SIU HC and hospital committees as requested. Qualifications Sensitive to the needs of underrepresented minority populations.Graduate of accredited medical school program.Graduate of formal specialty training program in Nephrology.Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine or eligibility for ABIM.Diplomate of the American Board of Nephrology or eligibility for Nephrology Board.Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Illinois or Licensed by the State of Illinois prior to employment.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Experience working in an academic environment, both inpatient and outpatient settings. Supplemental InformationIf you require assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources at or call 217-###-#### Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.The mission of Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is to optimize the health of the people of central and southern Illinois through education, patient care, research and service to the community.The SIU School of Medicine Annual Security Report is available online at This report contains policy statements and crime statistics for Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield, IL. This report is published in compliance with Federal Law titled the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act. Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer who provides equal employment and educational opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or marital status in accordance with local, state and federal law.Pre-employment background screenings required.Paid time off: Includes 13 paid holidays per year. Accrual rates vary based on employment type and years of servicePaid sick time: Use for personal illness, doctor visits, or if your immediate family members fall illHealth, Dental, and Life insuranceOptional life insurance: Your spouse and dependents can enroll in State term life and university-sponsored term life insurance.Prescription: Plan participants enrolled in any state health plan have prescription drug benefits included in the coverage.Long-term Disability InsuranceFlexible spending accounts: Optional, IRS tax-favored program that enables you to stretch medical expenses and dependent care dollarsVoluntary retirement accounts: Optional plans include the State of Illinois Deferred Compensation Plan (457) and Tax Deferred Annuity (403b).Tuition Waiver/Tuition Reimbursement: Continue your graduate or undergraduate education with the help of tuition waivers or tuition reimbursementLeaves of absence: Includes FMLA and Extended Sick Leave Benefits for qualified employeesEmployee Assistance Program: Access free and confidential support, including counseling services, and information during difficult timesFor more information please visit