The position is for an Assistant Professor of Geriatrics at MD Anderson Cancer Center, focusing on clinical care, teaching, and research in geriatric medicine. Responsibilities include patient evaluation, referrals, follow-up care, and educating medical fellows, residents, and students. The role requires board certification in Internal or Family Medicine with a geriatrics subspecialty and involves advancing clinical research and educational programs in onco-geriatrics.
Position Overview:
MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Assistant Professor of Geriatrics to join our world-class team. In this role, you will provide clinical expertise in patient care management while fostering an appropriate teaching environment for fellows, residents, and students specializing in Geriatrics.
As an Assistant Professor , you will independently evaluate new patients, initiate referrals, and oversee follow-up care. Your clinical responsibilities will encompass all pertinent procedures related to delivering standard care to patients. You will also play a critical role in the development of clinical research studies, contributing to advancements in the field.
This position requires excellent clinical skills, including manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, visual and auditory acuity, as well as the emotional resilience to manage patients and their families with compassion and positivity. The Assistant Professor will be expected to demonstrate outstanding analytical abilities to assess patients' medical problems and provide guidance on improving their care.
You will serve as a key educator by delivering educational programs for oncology fellows, medical residents, and students. Additionally, you will participate in teaching conferences and provide talks on onco-geriatrics to interdisciplinary teams, patients, and caregivers.
Experience and Qualifications:
At least 2 years of experience as an Instructor or 5 years post-degree in clinical practice, clinical research, or GME training (excluding specialties with shorter residencies for fellowships).
M.D. degree from an accredited medical school.
Completed residency training in an approved American Residency Program.
Board-certified in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine with a subspecialty in Geriatrics (or obtain board certification within 3 years of employment).
Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Texas.
This is an exceptional opportunity to make a direct impact on the lives of those battling cancer, while advancing the field of geriatrics and educating the next generation of medical professionals at one of the world’s leading institutions.
Geriatrics, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Clinical Research, Medical Education, Patient Care, Board Certification, Teaching Physician, Residency Training, Cancer Care
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