The Department of Radiology at the University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) is excited to announce the expansion of the department’s neuroradiology imaging services. As a part of this growth, we are seeking a full time ABR board-certified or board-eligible fellowship-trained neuroradiologist for an academic medicine position that includes a faculty appointment to the School of Medicine.
The neuroradiology section is an organized, engaged, and well-respected group looking for a team player who will interpret clinical studies and participate in conferences and the call pool. The clinical service includes the full range of diagnostic neuroradiology imaging, including routine and advanced imaging.
This faculty physician’s responsibilities include a combination of patient care and teaching of medical students, residents, and fellows. The UMMC Department of Radiology also offers and encourages faculty members to develop and take advantage of research opportunities.
The position offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. Academic rank is commensurate with training and experience.
About us:
The University of Mississippi Medical Center is the state’s only academic medical center. Its education, research and health care missions share the objectives of improving the health of the state’s population and eliminating health disparities.
Located in Jackson, UMMC encompasses seven health science schools, including medicine, nursing, health related professions, dentistry, pharmacy, graduate studies and population health. The Medical Center’s health care enterprise includes the state’s only Level I trauma center, only children’s hospital, only Level IV NICU and only organ and bone marrow transplant program. The Medical Center is also home to a Telehealth Center of Excellence, one of two in the nation.
The UMMC Department of Radiology is a full-service medical imaging provider with more than 35 fellowship-trained radiologists, supported by 150 highly trained technologists and support employees. The department has recently experienced growth in the forms of a state-of-the-art $11 million interventional radiology suite which opened in September 2020 and a new pediatric radiology imaging center located in the Sanderson Tower, a $180 million Children’s of Mississippi expansion which opened in November 2020.
We are committed to the highest quality medical imaging and patient care, in addition to outstanding educational and research opportunities as we fulfill the mission and vision of the University of Mississippi Medical Center. We support the Diagnostic Radiology Residency, Integrated Interventional Radiology Residency, multiple fellows and dozens of medical students who rotate through the department each year.
Jackson, Mississippi is the capital and largest city in Mississippi with a metropolitan population of approximately 600,000. Jackson and the surrounding areas have a low cost of living and easy commutes, with urban and rural living options. Outdoor activities abound with many easily accessible lakes, trails, and parks. There are also excellent public and private schools in the metropolitan area. Jackson is centrally located between Memphis, TN, New Orleans, LA, and Birmingham, AL.
Requirements:
Fellowship training in neuroradiology.
Board certification or eligibility by the ABR.
Neuroradiology CAQ certification or eligibility.
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
Ability to obtain an unrestricted license to practice medicine in Mississippi.
Working experience in all aspects of neuroradiology.
Experience presenting cases to multiple subspecialty boards.
Candidate must be committed to inclusiveness and be able to work effectively with persons of all races, ethnicities, nationalities, ages, genders, gender identities, sexual orientation, and religions.
Additional Desirable Qualifications:
Research and scholarship experience.
Experience in developing a neuroradiology curriculum for medical students, residents, and fellows, including ACGME requirements for resident education.
Experience in establishing collaborative ventures with academic and non-academic health care practices.
To apply, please submit an application using the link below:
Please direct any questions about this opportunity to Jennifer Smith at JPSmith@umc.edu.
EEO Statement:
The University of Mississippi Medical Center provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The Medical Center complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information. Inquiries or complaints may be referred to the Office of the Director, Employee Relations, 2500 North State Street, Jackson, MS 39216-4505.
