The University of Washington (UW), Department of Pediatrics is currently recruiting for up to 2 full-time positions at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor rank, on the Clinical Practice Track. Specific rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications as generally described in UW’s Faculty Code Section 24-34 . Anticipated start date is Summer of 2025.
In addition to clinical work, teaching, scholarship, and service are integral to all Clinical Practice positions. The initial appointment period will be three years, at a minimum, with eligibility for renewal thereafter. Faculty on the clinical practice track hold multi-year appointments that align with a 12-month service period (July 1-June 30). Faculty with 12-month service periods are paid for 11 months of service over a 12-month period (July-June), meaning the equivalent of one month is available for paid time off. Clinical Practice track appointments are not eligible for tenure.
General Expectations:
- Primary responsibility will be on the inpatient and outpatient general cardiology services.
- Appropriate and timely documentation related to inpatient and outpatient care and consults.
- Will share in the standard call pool responsibilities for inpatient coverage for nights and weekend rounding coverage.
- Timely communication with referring providers and families.
- Engage with consultants and other providers in a multidisciplinary model of care.
- Supervise trainees on inpatient and outpatient services.
Clinical Care:
- Provide excellent clinical care and in the process, support safe, efficient, and high-quality services on those teams which the faculty member participates on.
- Ensure appropriate coordination and integration with other services in the care of the faculty member’s patients.
Planning:
- Works with administrative and clinical leaders to support quality and performance improvement to ensure that program goals are attained.
- Participates in task forces and committees, as applicable to Service line or Seattle Children’s leadership.
Regulatory:
- Responds in a timely manner to physician or patient related feedback or complaints.
- Supports legal, regulatory and accreditation requirements.
- Provides input to continuing education activities designed to maintain and enhance competencies.
- Maintains professionalism with regards to billing, documentation, conference attendance and collaboration with peers, trainees, staff, patients, and families.
Quality Improvement/Research:
- Support timely review of any patient safety events.
- Support a robust M&M program and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Participate in Quality Improvement efforts which include Cardiology Microsystem activities and weekly meetings.
- Participate in PAC3 database data integrity, PAC3 improvement activities, attend PAC3 meetings, and support national collaborative efforts.
Education:
- Support cardiac clinical educational programs for nursing, medical students, residents, fellows, and ARNPs.
- Support residents and fellows on service and participate in structured resident education.
University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research/scholarship, and service.
Compensation:
The base salary range for this position will be: Assistant Professors $17,865 - $26,797 per month ($214,380 - $321,564 annually), Associate Professors $21,445 - $32,169 per month ($257,340 - $386,028 annually), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. This range is inclusive of base salary provided through the Children’s University Medical Group (CUMG) practice plan, in addition to base salary provided by the University. Please note that only compensation provided by the University is included in University benefit determinations and calculations. Compensation provided by Children’s University Medical Group (CUMG) practice plan may provide eligibility for separate benefits offered by that organization.
Other compensation associated with this position may include incentive through Children’s University Medical Group practice plan. Additional administrative responsibilities may be offered to a specific candidate with appropriate experience and qualifications which may result in an administrative supplement (ADS).
Minimum Requirements:
- Have earned an MD or DO (or foreign equivalent).
- Board Certified or board Eligible in Pediatric Cardiology.
- Must be eligible for medical licensure in the state of Washington.
In order to be eligible for University sponsorship for an H-1B visa, graduates of a foreign (non-U.S.) medical schools must show successful completion of all three steps of the U.S. Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE), or equivalent as determined by the Secretary of Health and Human Services.
Application Process:
Candidates will be asked to upload three required documents:
- Cover letter – please provide a one- to two-page document which includes your area(s) of interest (consult, quality, education, etc.) if applicable.
- Diversity statement – the University of Washington faculty strive to deliver equitable healthcare in an environment that celebrates diversity – please provide a one-paragraph statement addressing either 1) experiences with diversity in training, professional/military work, previous teaching, and service, or 2) potential to foster more equitable healthcare delivery in the Division of GIM.
- Curriculum vitae.
The recruitment committee will review applications in the order received.
Benefits Information:
A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at . Appointees solely employed and paid directly by a non-UW entity are not UW employees and are not eligible for UW or Washington State employee benefits.
Commitment to Diversity:
The University of Washington is committed to building diversity among its faculty, librarian, staff, and student communities, and articulates that commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint ( ).
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Disability Services:
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or .
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