Job Description
The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Iowa seeks an Academic OB/GYN in the Division of General Obstetrics and Gynecology. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Responsibilities will include instruction and supervision of resident physicians and medical students in various inpatient and outpatient settings. Preference given to those with interest and/or background experience in vulvar vaginal diseases, pediatric adolescent gynecology or pelvic pain. There is also opportunity for career development in those same specialized clinic services and/or clinical research interest in obstetrics and gynecology. This role will be based at the Medical Center on the University Campus – staffing the obstetric unit, supervising the benign gynecology team and the resident continuity clinic, and providing outpatient care. The position includes in-house and back-up call responsibilities overnight and on weekends. The position includes rounding on antepartum and postpartum patients, rounding on gynecologic patients, providing obstetric and gynecologic consultations to the inpatient and emergency departments, consulting for family practice obstetric providers and advanced practice providers. There are opportunities to be involved in obstetric and gynecologic quality and safety initiatives and committees and clinical informatics. Successful candidates must possess a medical degree (MD) or doctor of osteopathy (DO). This position requires completion of an ACGME-accredited residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology and candidates should be ABOG board eligible/certified. Candidates will be required to have licensure eligibility by the Iowa Board of Medicine and will be required to be licensed by the Iowa Board of Medicine before commencement of employment. Required qualifications include excellent clinical and surgical skills, excellent skills in patient management, strong oral and written communication skills, demonstrated teaching skills, and commitment to team culture. Opportunity Highlights Exposure to exciting cases and opportunities for professional growth Opportunity to work in a high-volume and growing (approx. 3,300 births/year), high-risk labor and delivery unit Teaching of medical students and residents (6 per year) Extensive 24/7 backup system In-house Anesthesia and Level 4 NICU Large academic OB/GYN department with a rich history and commitment to training the next generation of OB/GYNs OB/GYN Department includes subspecialties Gyn Oncology, Urogynecology, MIGS, REI, MFM, and Midwifery. Excellent work-life balance - with opportunities for additional shifts for extra compensation Care for a diverse patient population in a supportive and collegial environment Develop and participate in research activities and/or involvement with hospital and university committees, if desired Competitive compensation, benefits package, and CME allowance Community Information Conveniently situated in the center of the heartland, Iowa City is a place where you can engage your curiosity on a bike, train, in a car or on foot; in a library, theater or local dining scene; with friends, family or solo; in a community rich in history, arts, and a passion for learning more. Arts and cultural opportunities are an essential part of the area’s personality. From nationally respected free summer festivals that feature jazz, blues, soul, art, barbeque and America’s independence – to museums and galleries presenting renowned masterworks and literary treasures, the area is a haven for artists and cultural enthusiasts of all kinds. Our literary heritage is recognized by the United Nations Education, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as the world’s third official City of Literature, the first city designated as such in the United States. The area offers recreational and competitive athletics, hundreds of options through our rec centers and clubs, plus hundreds of miles of trails for cross country skiing and cycling of all types. About University of Iowa Health Care The Carver College of Medicine and the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics are equal partners within UI Health Care, and the hospital is one of the largest university-owned teaching hospitals in the United States. The UI Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology has distinguished clinical, research, and teaching faculty who are national and international leaders in their respective areas of expertise. This is equally balanced with experienced, skilled senior members and energetic, creative junior faculty members collaborating on patient care, research, and education. The department encompasses diverse programs spanning all areas of the specialty. The department is the home of an excellent residency program with 6 residents per year and highly competitive fellowship programs in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, Gy