Locations: Alabama, United States
Categories: Physicians
Position Type: Regular Full-Time
Req ID: 22614
USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community.
USA Health is changing how medical care, education and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists and researchers provide the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall wellbeing of our community.
Responsibilities
The Department of Internal Medicine at the University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine in Mobile, Alabama, is seeking a full-time board certified or board eligible Endocrinologist to join the Division of Endocrinology. Academic appointment at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The Division of Endocrinology provides specialty care for patients with endocrine diseases and disorders. The practice currently includes four endocrinologists and one advanced practice provider. The combined efforts of the division’s providers and staff are recognized by the American Diabetes Association Education Recognition Program.
Position Responsibilities
Qualifications
About USA Health
USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health integrates medical care, education, and research and provides advanced medicine across hospitals, clinics, academic programs, and research settings throughout the Mobile area and Gulf Coast region.
In addition to advanced and innovative patient care, USA Health’s medical education programs provide training experiences for the next generation of physicians and scientists. University Hospital is the region’s only Level I trauma center.
About Mobile, Alabama
Mobile, Alabama, is a Gulf Coast community offering a rich history, diverse culture, outdoor recreation, and access to nearby communities along Mobile Bay and Alabama’s Eastern Shore.
Application Information
Interested applicants should contact Nasser Lakkis, MD, Professor and Chair, Department of Internal Medicine, via email at nlakkis@health.southalabama.edu
EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.
Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.
Additional Information
Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.
Qualifications
A curriculum vitae is required to apply. A cover letter is optional.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis.
EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.
USA Health is changing how medical care, education and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists and researchers provide the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall wellbeing of our community.
Our network includes USA Health University Hospital, USA Health Children's & Women's Hospital, USA Health Mitchell Cancer Institute, USA Physicians Group and the USA College of Medicine. Each year, our team of 180 physicians, 240 residents and fellows, 70 mid-level providers and 800 nurses handle some 185,000 clinic visits and 350,000 outpatient procedures. The USA Health System delivers 2,800 babies a year, more than any other regional hospital, and treats patients through some 60,000 emergency room visits annually.
In addition to advanced and innovative patient care offered at University hospitals and clinics, USA's medical education programs provide first-class training experiences for the next generation of physicians and scientists.
