Chief Resident Instructor, Pediatrics, Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine

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The University of Nevada Las Vegas invites applications for Chief Resident Instructor Pediatrics Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine.

ROLE of the POSITION

The Chief Resident position is a prestigious post-residency role that recognizes excellence in leadership teaching and clinical performance. The program appoints one PGY-4 Chief Resident annually who has successfully completed pediatric residency training.

In alignment with ACGME requirements and departmental funding this position is structured as 0.5 FTE Clinical and 0.5 FTE Administrative.

Clinical Responsibilities (0.5 FTE 20 hrs/week 140 patients/month)

• Pediatric Lied Clinic (1524 Pinto Ln 3rd Floor Las Vegas NV 89106)

• CCSD Family Support Center (1720 S Maryland Pkwy Las Vegas NV 89104)

• Maintain continuity panel (150175 patients/month)

• Provide direct patient care and serve as attending/preceptor for residents and students

Administrative & Educational Responsibilities (0.5 FTE 20 hrs/week)

• Assist with orientation advising and mentorship of residents and medical students

• Coordinate resident schedules didactics SIM center teaching and board review sessions

• Support recruitment evaluation and well-being initiatives

• Participate in program leadership CCC PEC and faculty meetings

• Serve as liaison between residents faculty and program leadership

• Contribute to scholarly activity QI initiatives and educational innovation

Meetings (as scheduled)

• Resident Review Committee Every other month

• House Staff Meeting Monthly

• Clinical Competency Committee (CCC) Biannually

• Clinic Improvement Committee (CIC) Monthly

• Pediatric Faculty Meeting Monthly

• UMC Pediatric Meeting Monthly

• Program Evaluation Committee (PEC) Quarterly

• Residency Leadership Meeting Biweekly

• Sunrise Pediatric Meeting Monthly

Profile of the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine

The Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV has been Transforming Healthcare in Southern Nevada since 2017. Our mission is to serve our patients students medical professionals and community as a transformational force for improving healthcare in Nevada.

Our faculty students residents and fellows have had their research published in top-tier peer-reviewed journals. With a group practice UNLV Health provides care to more than 10000 patients per month in its 17 primary care and specialty care clinics and its partner hospitals.

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• Successful graduation from an accredited pediatrics residency

• Completion of credentialing and readiness to see patients by July 1

• Passing USMLE Steps 13 within 7 years of Step 1 ( 9 total attempts)

• Nevada state medical license and board eligibility in Pediatrics

• Physical presence on-site for administrative and teaching duties (remote work only with prior approval)

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES

A successful candidate will support diversity equity and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

SALARY

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV

• Competitive total rewards package including:

  • Paid time off sick leave and holidays

  • Excellent health insurance including medical dental and vision

  • Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs

• No state income tax

• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools

• Tuition discounts for spouses domestic partners and dependents

PERKS & PROGRAMS

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs

• UNLV athletics ticket discounts

• Statewide employee purchase program discounts

• RebelCard discounts on and off campus

• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost

• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles

• Connect with colleagues with shared interests

• Personal and professional development opportunities

• A comprehensive onboarding program Rebels: Onboard

• Support and resources available for veteran applicants contact or visit our Veterans Webpage.

HOW TO APPLY

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The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty educating the regions diversifying population and workforce driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.

Here at UNLV we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Reports annual listing of the nations most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.

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