Open Rank of Pediatrics- Division of Rheumatology - req# 30247

The University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine,Department of Pediatrics is recruiting for two faculty positions in thePediatric Rheumatology Section. Part-time or full-time. Track, rank, andsalary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. TheDepartment of Pediatrics is a multi-specialty group of more than 100 faculty atNew Mexico’s only pediatric tertiary care facility. The Children’s Hospital ofNew Mexico is an integral part of University of New Mexico Health ScienceCenter, the State’s premier medical educational and research institution.

The section of Pediatric Rheumatology currentlyincludes a pediatric nurse practitioner who functions as an independentprovider, two dedicated pediatric rheumatology nurses, physical/occupationaltherapy services and social work support. The section of Pediatric Rheumatologyhas a collaborative relationship with the Division of Pediatric Rheumatology atColorado Children’s to provide case review discussion and opportunities forjoint educational conferences.

The Children’s Hospital of New Mexico provides thePediatric Rheumatology section with a daytime infusion center and sedationservices with a suite for joint-related procedures. There are tremendousopportunities for growth of the clinical services and research. Teachingmedical students, pediatric residents and adult rheumatology fellows is anintegral part of the duties of pediatric rheumatology faculty. Recentfellowship graduates are encouraged to apply. New Mexico is designated medically underserved region of thecountry and eligible faculty may apply for various loan repayment programs(e.g,. HRSA, NHSC, PLSF).

The Children’s Hospital of New Mexico is located onthe beautiful campus of the University of New Mexico in the city ofAlbuquerque. Albuquerque, with a population of 800,000, is located in thehigh desert of New Mexico. It offers the cultural advantages of a metropolitanarea with the feeling of small city living. Relocation expenses will becovered. New Mexico enjoys a mild 4-season climate with affordablehousing and a vibrant cultural scene. Santa Fe, a world-renowned artisticcommunity, is less than an hour away. New Mexico is a place of unmatchednatural beauty and offers easy access to a large variety of outdoor activitiesincluding hunting and fishing, skiing, rafting, hiking, ballooning, and otherunique and extraordinary activities.

MinimumQualifications:

• Board certified/Board eligible in Pediatric Rheumatology by the American Board of Pediatrics.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Able to obtain medical licensure(s) in the state of New Mexico.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completion of ACGME-accredited pediatric rheumatology fellowship.
• Experience or interest in conducting basic or clinical research.
• Experience in teaching house staff and medical students.
• Master’s degree in Public Health or in Medical or Clinical Education.
• A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.

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