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The Division of Nuclear Medicine in the Department of Diagnostic Radiology, University of Miami Health System and Leonard Miller School of Medicine, is seeking a fellowship-trained candidate for a full-time faculty position at the level of Assistant, Associate, or Professor in the clinical educator track.

The University offers a competitive salary relative to academia which is enhanced by an attractive benefits package, including tuition reimbursement packages.

The successful applicant will join a faculty of over 80 clinical radiologists who are involved in imaging at multiple facilities, including Jackson Memorial Hospital (a primary, tertiary, and quaternary care County hospital) and from the University of Miami Hospitals and Clinics. UHealth delivers leading-edge patient care by the region’s best doctors, powered by the groundbreaking research of the University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine. As South Florida’s only university-based medical system, UHealth is a vital component of the community that is leading the next generation of health care.

UHealth comprises more than 1400 physicians and scientists who collaborate to provide exceptional patient care, breakthrough research, and novel education to create an innovative approach to health care. Within the UHealth system, patients can participate in clinical trials and benefit from the latest discoveries that are fast-tracked from the laboratory to the bedside.

In addition to the expending regional footprint, the UHealth System is expanding its national and international care provided by our top ranked physicians. UHealth also houses the only National Cancer Institute designated cancer center in South Florida, the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. 

The mission of the University of Miami Health System and Miller School of Medicine is to be a top-tier academic health system, which specifically serves South Florida, as accomplished by:

• Delivering high-quality, compassionate care and promoting the health of our community

• Leading life-changing discoveries and transforming care through innovative research,

• Educating the next generation of medical leaders

Miami is one of the most diverse metropolitan areas in the United States. Qualified applicants of every ethnic origin, race, religion, and persuasion are encouraged to apply.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS                                                                                           

• Active clinical practice in both outpatient and inpatient settings.

• Participation in the advancement and education of Nuclear Medicine diagnostic radiology medical students, residents, and fellows.

• Experience in general Nuclear Medicine studies such as bone scans, thyroid imaging, nuclear cardiology, renal, gastric, lymphatic, brain, and other types of imaging is required

• Experience with state-of-the-art hybrid SPECT/CT and PET/CT imaging is required.

• Experience in radiopharmaceutical therapy and theranostics is highly desired as the Division is quite active in conventional and new therapies for thyroid cancer, lymphoma, neuroendocrine tumors, and prostate cancer, to name a few.

• Supervise the performance of technical personnel.

• Be part of the on-call schedule.

• Exercise quality assurance as related to the practice of Nuclear Medicine.

• Provide Nuclear Medicine consultation as requested.

• Staff off-site outpatient imaging sites as requested by the Division Director or Chair.

• Assume administrative responsibilities related to the practice of Nuclear Medicine.

• Participate in teaching activities related to Nuclear Medicine as required in:

  • Diagnostic Radiology and integrated Diagnostic Radiology/Interventional Radiology Residency programs

  • Nuclear Medicine Fellowship Program

  • Medical student education program

  • Radiologic technologist educational programs

  • Continuing Medical Education programs

• Potential participation in the development and management of new and ongoing clinical research.

• Serve on Departmental and University committees as requested by the Chair.

UHealth - University of Miami Health System powered by the groundbreaking research of the University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine places a premium on high-quality teaching. Thus, the incumbent will be expected to participate in didactic teaching of medical students, residents, and fellows and attend and actively participate in seminars and other educational lectures. Teaching also includes participating in the supervision of medical students, residents, and fellows who are involved in direct patient care. As a faculty member, we also anticipate that you will actively participate – attending meetings, Grand Rounds, and other University scholarly activities.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                        

Education:

• Medical Degree

• Diagnostic Radiology Residency

• Nuclear Medicine Fellowship

Certification and Licensing:

• American Board of Radiology (ABR) Certified or Board Eligible

• AND Nuclear Medicine Board (ABNM) Certified or Board Eligible

• Florida Medical License or Eligible

Experience:  

• Competitive applicants will have completed at least 1 year of dedicated subspecialty fellowship training in Nuclear Medicine. The incumbent must be dual board certified (ABR and ABNM). Prior experience in a university faculty setting preferred but not required.

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Experience in radiopharmaceutical therapy and theranostics is highly desired as the Division is quite active in conventional and new therapies for thyroid cancer, lymphoma, neuroendocrine tumors, and prostate cancer, to name a few.

• In addition to the rich clinical experience, faculty will participate in teaching residents, fellows, and medical students, as well as clinical research, journal club, and weekly multidisciplinary conference.

Qualified Candidates please send CV to:

Alexander McKinney, MD, CI/CIIP 

Professor and Chair 

c/o Katie Page ken50@med.miami.edu 

About University of Miami Miller School of Medicine

The successful applicant will join a faculty of over 80 clinical radiologists who are involved in imaging at multiple facilities, including Jackson Memorial Hospital (a primary, tertiary, and quaternary care County hospital) and from the University of Miami Hospitals and Clinics. UHealth delivers leading-edge patient care by the region’s best doctors, powered by the groundbreaking research of the University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine. As South Florida’s only university-based medical system, UHealth is a vital component of the community that is leading the next generation of health care.UHealth comprises more than 1400 physicians and scientists who collaborate to provide exceptional patient care, breakthrough research, and novel education to create an innovative approach to health care. Within the UHealth system, patients can participate in clinical trials and benefit from the latest discoveries that are fast-tracked from the laboratory to the bedside.In addition to the expending regional footprint, the UHealth System is expanding its national and international care provided by our top ranked physicians. UHealth also houses the only National Cancer Institute desig...nated cancer center in South Florida, the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. Meanwhile, the affiliated Jackson Health System (JHS) performs the most transplants in the country, for 3 years in a row. Thus, our system is uniquely poised to rise in the national rankings as a top tiered, funded academic system.The mission of the University of Miami Health System and Miller School of Medicine is to be a top-tier academic health system, which specifically serves South Florida, as accomplished by:Delivering high-quality, compassionate care and promoting the health of our communityLeading life-changing discoveries and transforming care through innovative research,Educating the next generation of medical leaders,Nurturing diversity, equity, and inclusivityMiami is one of the most diverse metropolitan areas in the United States. Qualified applicants of every ethnic origin, race, religion, and persuasion are encouraged to apply.

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