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Our organization is currently looking for an Academic OB/GYN to join the Division of General Obstetrics and Gynecology. The academic rank and salary will be aligned with the candidate's qualifications and experience. The selected individual will be responsible for teaching and overseeing resident physicians and medical students across various inpatient and outpatient environments.

We particularly welcome applicants with interests or experience in:

• Vulvar and vaginal diseases
• Pediatric and adolescent gynecology
• Pelvic pain management

There are also opportunities for professional development in specialized clinic services and clinical research within obstetrics and gynecology.

This position will be based at our Medical Center located on the university campus. Responsibilities include:

• Staffing the obstetric unit
• Supervising the benign gynecology team and resident continuity clinic
• Providing outpatient care
• Participating in in-house and backup call duties during nights and weekends
• Rounding on antepartum and postpartum patients
• Consulting on gynecologic patients
• Offering obstetric and gynecologic consultations to inpatient and emergency departments
• Collaborating with family practice obstetric providers and advanced practice providers
• Engaging in obstetric and gynecologic quality and safety initiatives
• Participating in clinical informatics

To be eligible for this role, candidates must possess:

• A medical degree (MD) or a Doctor of Osteopathy (DO)
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology
• ABOG board eligibility or certification
• Licensure eligibility by the Iowa Board of Medicine, with the requirement to obtain licensure prior to starting employment

Essential skills include strong clinical and surgical abilities, effective patient management, excellent oral and written communication, demonstrated teaching capabilities, and a commitment to fostering a collaborative team environment.

• Engagement with diverse and stimulating cases, promoting professional growth
• Experience in a high-volume, expanding labor and delivery unit (approximately 3,300 births annually)
• Teaching responsibilities for medical students and residents (6 per year)
• Access to a comprehensive 24/7 backup system
• In-house anesthesia services and a Level 4 NICU
• A large academic OB/GYN department dedicated to training future OB/GYN professionals
• Subspecialties available within the department include Gynecologic Oncology, Urogynecology, Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery, Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, and Midwifery
• Excellent work-life balance with options for additional shifts for extra pay
• Opportunity to care for a diverse patient population in a supportive and collegial atmosphere
• Possibility to engage in research activities and participate in hospital and university committees, if desired
• Competitive salary, benefits package, and continuing medical education allowance

Iowa City is centrally located in the heartland, offering a vibrant environment for exploration, whether by bike, train, car, or on foot. The community is rich in history, arts, and a commitment to lifelong learning. Cultural opportunities abound, from acclaimed summer festivals celebrating jazz, blues, and art to museums showcasing renowned works and literary treasures. Recognized by UNESCO as the third official City of Literature globally, Iowa City is the first in the U.S. to receive this designation.

The area also boasts numerous recreational and competitive athletic options, with extensive facilities and hundreds of miles of trails for skiing and cycling.

Our health care system, which includes the Carver College of Medicine and the University Hospitals and Clinics, is one of the largest university-owned teaching hospitals in the nation. The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is home to distinguished faculty who are leaders in clinical practice, research, and education. The department features a robust residency program with six residents annually and competitive fellowship opportunities in various subspecialties. Active research initiatives focus on preeclampsia, gynecologic cancers, pelvic floor disorders, and infertility, with partnerships extending residency and fellowship training to rural Iowa.

Collaboration is key, as the department works closely with the Departments of Urology, Psychiatry, Family Medicine, the Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center, and the Stead Family Department of Pediatrics, along with the University of Iowa’s Stead Family Children’s Hospital.

Our organization is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and will consider applicants without discrimination based on race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other preferences.

Individuals with disabilities may reach out to our Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services to discuss accommodation needs.

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