Physician - Department of Urology- Urologic Hospitalist (Open Rank

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Job Title:Physician - Department of Urology- Urologic Hospitalist (Open Rank/Track Faculty)

Department:

The Ohio State University College of Medicine and the Wexner Medical Center are seeking a Urologic Hospitalist to join the Department of Urology Academic rank and track commensurate with academic record and experience.

Position Overview

The Urologic Hospitalist is a specialized physician responsible for providing comprehensive inpatient care for patients with acute and chronic urological conditions. This role involves diagnosing, treating and managing a variety of urological disorders in a hospital setting and directing the urology inpatient consult service which extends to the Emergency Room and the Operating Room. A urologic hospitalist plays a crucial role in bridging the gap between specialized urologic care and comprehensive inpatient management, ensuring that patients receive the highest quality of care during their hospital stay. The practice is supported by a mid-level urology resident and two advanced practice providers.

Department/Division Overview

The Department of Urology at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is nationally recognized by U.S. News & World Report for delivering the highest quality of care for the treatment of urologic conditions. Our mission is to alleviate patient suffering from urologic disorders through an integrative model of extraordinary clinical care, patient-centered discovery and educational innovation in service of the citizens of Ohio and beyond. Our vision is to transform the lives of our patients through this comprehensive approach to urologic practice. The Department of Urology has a rich history and timeline dating back to 1917. Under the leadership of Cheryl Lee, MD, as chair, the Department is composed of six specialty Divisions with 21 adult faculty members and 13 advanced practice providers. Collectively, the Department performs nearly 20,000 clinic and operative procedures, annually. Seven pediatric urologists at Nationwide Children's Hospital have academic appointments in the Department. Clinical care, research, education, and community service are major priorities, and the Department is engaged in multicenter and multispecialty initiatives. The Department sponsors fellowship programs in Endourology (Endourological Society) and Urologic Oncology (Society of Urologic Oncology) while Nationwide Children's Hospital sponsors a fellowship in pediatric urology (Society for Pediatric Urology).

Duties and Responsibilities

Performs surgical procedures where assigned.

Provides direct and indirect patient care services in the inpatient setting

Interviews, obtains and reviews medical history of patients; performs physical examinations to access medical or surgical needs; orders special procedures, diagnostic testing, and other ancillary services; responds to consultation requests; determines, prescribes and implements treatment plans and/or medications required; documents all services and instructions provided in the medical record; educates patients and promotes wellness, prevention and early detection by providing materials, resources and services to patients and their families; responds and maintains open communication with referring physicians.

Maintains accurate and detailed medical records for all patients, ensuring compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.

Participate in peer reviews and audits to ensure the highest standards of care are maintained.

Participate in hospital quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care and outcomes in the urology department.

Ensures continuing medical educational requirements are met; participates in department, college, and medical center committees and other service activities.

Serves as preceptor and provides training of residents, fellows, and students, as well as other members of the health professions team including advanced practice providers.

Performs other duties and/or call assignments as defined by the Chair or her designees Requirements

Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Licensed or license eligible for State of Ohio and DEA licensure

Board certified or board eligible by the American Board of Urology

Qualify for appointment at the Assistant, Associate or Professor level

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with residents, faculty members, and other stakeholders

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Commitment to maintaining high standards of resident education and fostering a positive learning environment How to Apply

Application materials must include cover letter and Curriculum Vita. All inquiries and nominations should be directed in confidence to: Tyler K. Smith, Physician and Faculty Recruitment,

Faculty Defined

Clinical faculty (regardless of rank) - Persons with titles of assistant professor-clinical, associate professor-clinical and professor-clinical. These faculty will have earned a Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), doctorate (PhD) or other terminal degree in the relevant field. Clinical faculty members are not eligible for tenure and are appointed for terms of three to five years. They may be reappointed to successive terms. Their principal career focus is the delivery of exemplary clinical care, and may include teaching, and/or research.

Tenure-Track faculty (regardless of rank) - Persons with the titles of assistant professor, associate professor, or professor who are eligible for tenure or who have obtained tenure. These faculty will have earned a doctorate (PhD), Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) or other terminal degree in the relevant field of study. Their primary career focus centers on research, service, and teaching. Tenure-track faculty with MD, DO or MD/PhD degrees may also be involved in clinical care.

Research Faculty (regardless of rank) - Persons with the titles of research assistant professor, research associate professor, or research professor. These faculty will have earned a doctorate (PhD) or other terminal degree in the relevant field of study. Research faculty members are not eligible for tenure and are appointed for terms of one to five years. Their principal career focus is research.

The Ohio State University College of Medicine

The Ohio State University College of Medicine, with more than 5,000 learners, is the only academic medical center in central Ohio. Ranked as the 28th Best Medical School - Research, 40th Best Medical School - Primary Care, and 13th Most Diverse Medical School by U.S. News & World Report, it is known nationwide for curricular innovation, pioneering research, and outstanding patient care at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. With more than 2,600 faculty members, the college comprises 20 clinical departments, eight basic science departments and a School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences.

The Wexner Medical Center

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center consists of The Ohio State University Health System, the College of Medicine, the Health Sciences Library and the Faculty Group Practice. The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is committed to providing world-class care. At the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, we're proud to be celebrating our 31st consecutive year ranked in the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. This year, the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center has 8 nationally ranked specialties out of 15 and four selected as high performing. U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center as the top hospital in Columbus. The Wexner Medical Center is rated as high performing in 13 out of 20 common procedures and conditions, including abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, aortic valve surgery, COPD, colon cancer surgery, diabetes, gynecological cancer surgery, heart attack, heart failure, kidney failure, leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma, lung cancer surgery, pneumonia and prostate cancer.

Our new hospital tower, scheduled to open in 2026, is the largest single facilities project ever undertaken at Ohio State. It's designed to enhance a unified Ohio State Wexner Medical Center campus providing world-class patient care, leading-edge research and outstanding clinical training.

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