at University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Director, Addiction Medicine Fellowship Program
Director, Addiction Medicine Fellowship Program
Hiring Department: Department of Family and Community Medicine
Location: Rockford, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1026204
Posting Close Date: Monday, September 23, 2024
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
Description:
APPLICATION WINDOW
Fullest consideration date: Friday, July 12, at 6:00 pm (CDT)
The search committee will review applications received before this date for early action.
Final date: Monday, September 23, at 6:00 pm (Central DT)
Applications received through 9/23/24 will be accepted and reviewed until finalist candidates have been identified.
To apply, include a cover letter, CV, and list three professional references.
Job Summary: The Addiction Medicine Fellowship Director is responsible for the development and oversight of a new addiction medicine fellowship program within the university's academic setting. This individual will work closely with the program faculty and staff to ensure that the program provides high-quality training and education in addiction medicine.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement a comprehensive addiction medicine fellowship program
Complete ACGME accreditation process for the new fellowship program with the goal of obtaining accreditation
Ensure that the addiction medicine fellowship program is consistent with accreditation standards and regulatory requirements
Work with program faculty and staff to ensure that the program provides a high-quality educational experience for fellows
Collaborate with local addiction medicine providers to provide fellows with hands-on training and experience in addiction medicine
Oversee the development and delivery of addiction medicine-related lectures and educational materials for fellows and family medicine residents
Provide clinical services and care in the inpatient and outpatient settings.
Collaborate with other colleges, departments and programs within the university to promote interdisciplinary training and education in addiction medicine
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
MD/DO or its foreign equivalent from an ACGME-accredited medical college
Board certification or board eligibility in family medicine or related field, and Board certification/board eligibility in Addiction Medicine
Unrestricted Illinois license to practice medicine in Illinois or Illinois license-eligible
Strong organizational and leadership skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with fellows, faculty, staff, and community partners
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and the ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Knowledge of addiction medicine fellowship programs, including accreditation standards and regulatory requirements
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in addiction medicine, including experience in an academic setting or fellowship program.
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The University of Illinois Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity
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