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Reproductive Medicine And Immunology Fellowship Program

Salary: $90,000 annually

Position Summary

The Reproductive Medicine and Immunology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science is offering a two-year fellow position for the Reproductive Medicine and Immunology Fellowship Program. The 24-month clinical training rotation will offer a graduating OB/GYN resident or junior faculty member in the Department of OB/GYN an opportunity to become a nationally recognized expert in the management of women with early pregnancy loss, recurrent pregnancy losses, implantation failures, pregnancy with auto/alloimmune conditions and rheumatic diseases. The fellowship will also provide extensive experience with gynecological and obstetrical ultrasound imaging including 3D/4D features. In addition, the fellow will work with clinical laboratory immunology faculties and learn about various immune assays. Rotations with other specialties will be incorporated, including reproductive endocrinology and infertility, maternal fetal medicine and rheumatology. This is a non-accredited fellowship. Through the Clinical Fellowship in Reproductive Medicine and Immunology, Chicago Medical School aims to train and develop physician-scientists, by providing them with the knowledge and clinical expertise to care for this growing population of women and to serve as educators and program directors in the replication of this program at other academic centers around the country.

Our generous benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision plans; paid parental leave; short term and long term disability plans; life insurance; flexible spending accounts; and a 403(b) retirement plan which includes a 8% employer contribution after 2 years of service. RFUMS is committed to employee wellbeing and work-life balance. Full time staff are eligible for 3 weeks of vacation/ personal leave, 15 sick days, and 9 holidays plus two floating holidays.

Who We Are

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (RFU) is a graduate health sciences university committed to serving the population through the interprofessional education of health and biomedical professionals and the discovery of knowledge dedicated to improving wellness. The university embodies the spirit of inquiry and excellence modeled by its namesake Dr. Rosalind Franklin, whose Photo 51 was crucial to solving the structure of DNA.

Today, the university's 6 colleges continue Dr Franklin's legacy through rigorous academics, pioneering research, and innovative community service. Our unique interprofessional education model allows students to learn from and with each other in a variety of settings, including our simulation labs, the student-led Interprofessional Community Clinic, and through partnerships with area hospitals and clinics. RFU is a national leader in interprofessional research and practices, and is nationally recognized for its research in areas including neuroscience, brain-related diseases, inherited disorders, proteomics, cancer cell biology and immunology, cardiac resuscitation, and gait and balance.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The position of clinical fellow entails provision of patient care matching with the individual physician's level of advancement and competence. A clinical fellow's responsibilities include patient care activities within the scope of their clinical privileges commensurate with the level of training, attendance at clinical rounds and seminars, timely completion of medical records, and other responsibilities as assigned or as required of all members of the medical staff. Under the supervision of attending physicians, general responsibilities of the clinical fellow may include:

• Initial and ongoing assessment of patient's medical, physical, and psychosocial status.
• Perform history and physical.
• Develop assessment and treatment plan.
• Record progress notes.
• Order tests, examinations, medications, and therapies.
• Arrange for discharge and after care.
• Write / dictate initial evaluation notes, progress notes, procedure notes, and discharge summaries.
• Provide patient education and counseling covering health status, test results, disease processes, and discharge planning.
• Perform procedures.

Conditions of Employment

• Must achieve satisfactory results from a background check
• Compliance with the current clinic vaccination policy

Required Education & Experience

• Graduate of a foreign or domestic medical school.
• Completed at least four years of approved residency training in obstetrics and gynecology within the U.S, or possession of an active Temporary Medical Permit issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) for candidates who completed residency training outside the United States.

Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Patient care working with a diverse population.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with patients, colleagues and all members of staff.
• Ability to be on rotating call.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with an EMR.
• Desire to learn and open to new research methodologies.

Typical Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Selected candidate must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

EOE, including Disability / Vets