Assistant Professor at Oregon Health & Science University

Portland, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Vascular Surgery, Endovascular Surgery, Arterial Disease, Venous Disease, Aortic Disease, Peripheral Arterial Disease, Surgical Procedures, Patient Care, Medical Licensure, Communication, Team-Building, Teaching, Mentoring, Outcomes Measurement, Quality Improvement, Scholarly Activity

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Department Overview The Division of Vascular Surgery at OHSU provides excellent patient care while maintaining educational and research-rich programs that train surgeons and researchers and enhance their understanding of the vascular system. A special interest in quality outcomes and measurement drives much of the division¿s research they offer a 2-year vascular and endovascular surgery fellowship as well as an integrated residency program. OHSU¿s vascular surgeons operate out of the Knight Cardiovascular Institute. Function/Duties of Position The successful candidate will provide expert clinical care in vascular surgery, with a practice that includes the full spectrum of arterial and venous disease. In addition, the faculty member will help advance vascular services across OHSU’s clinical network by supporting program growth and engaging in strategic outreach with community partners to expand access to high‑quality vascular care. The appointee will also participate in multidisciplinary care and contribute to systemwide quality‑improvement initiatives, including the development of standardized care pathways, outcomes‑driven projects, and performance‑improvement efforts aligned with institutional priorities. This position includes active involvement in education for medical students, residents, and fellows. Faculty are expected to participate in and contribute to departmental educational activities, such as Morbidity and Mortality Conference, Surgery Grand Rounds, case-based teaching sessions, and other structured learning forums. The faculty member will also deliver lectures and educational content within the institution and to broader regional and national audiences. Scholarly activity is expected and may include clinical outcomes research, quality-improvement scholarship, technology assessment, innovation in surgical techniques, or collaborative research initiatives. The faculty member will also participate in outreach activities at affiliated community hospitals, including limited clinical coverage and shared quality initiatives, in support of strengthening regional surgical networks and elevating the standard of vascular care across partner sites. Required Qualifications MD/DO (or equivalent) with Board Certification in Vascular Surgery Eligibility for [state] medical licensure and hospital privileges. Strong communication, change management, and team-building skills. Commitment to teaching and mentoring; academic track record appropriate to rank. Ensure that vascular surgery services are available seven (7) days per week, twenty-four (24) hours a day by participating in group scheduling and call responsibilities. Responsible for participating in daily multi-disciplinary rounds on nursing units. Performs a broad range of vascular surgical procedures with significant competence in both open and endovascular vascular surgery procedures, including aortic disease as well as peripheral arterial disease. Documents clinical care in an appropriate, timely and accurate manner including H & Ps, operation notes, progress notes and DC summaries. Develops a referral base for vascular surgery patients Opportunity for research, resident education, and participation in conferences as an OHSU faculty member Why apply to OHSU? We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact askhr@ohsu.edu

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will deliver expert clinical care across the full spectrum of vascular surgery, while also advancing vascular services across the clinical network through program growth and strategic outreach. Faculty are expected to actively participate in education for students, residents, and fellows, and contribute to scholarly activities.