The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Boston Medical Center/Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine is seeking a full-time Academic Gynecologist- Oncologist to provide comprehensive health care in both inpatient and ambulatory settings, including actively participating in the educational and clinical training of residents and medical students.
This physician will join a department that provides safe, high-quality, cost-effective obstetrical and gynecological care using evidence-based medicine and best practices. Physicians in this role will perform the full range of GYN oncologic surgical procedures.
In addition to outpatient care in our hospital-based clinic, there are opportunities for practice at our affiliated community health centers and community hospitals. Our multi-disciplinary team includes OB/GYN generalists, specialists in Maternal-Fetal Medicine, MIGS, Urogynecology, Gyn Oncology, Complex Family Planning, and REI, along with Certified Nurse Midwives, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and Genetic Counselors. The hospital boasts advanced minimally invasive surgical capabilities with both the DaVinci Xi robotic platform and the Pinpoint system for conventional laparoscopic sentinel lymph node identification.
Academic appointment will be at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine. Rank and salary will be commensurate to qualifications and experience. This position includes competitive compensation, benefits package, and CME allowance.
Why Boston Medical Center?
Emphasizing community-based care, Boston Medical Center (BMC) is the largest safety-net hospital in New England and is committed to providing consistently excellent and accessible health services to all, regardless of insurance status or any other considerations. BMC has a strong focus on public health, both domestic and global, and a commitment to reproductive health demonstrated by recently renovated state of the art facilities. 30% of our current faculty identify as Underrepresented in Medicine (URiM) and 50% of our residents identify as URiM. The hospital serves as the primary teaching affiliate of the nationally ranked Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, a world class research institution with more than $250 million in research grants each year.
Our clinical services and research programs are focused on eliminating disparities in health care. We have a fully accredited OB/GYN residency program with five residents per year.
Although this position has primarily clinical responsibilities, all faculty members hold academic positions at Boston University School of Medicine and are expected to contribute to the education of medical students and OB/GYN residents. Our division is an active collaborator in research with co-investigators in medical oncology, radiation oncology, and pathology. The division of gynecologic oncology is growing and our ideal candidate is enthusiastic about building a division as well as strengthening academic and administrative collaborations with the BMC Cancer Care Center.
Highlights:
- Opportunity to manage a high proportion of challenging GYN oncology cases
- Outpatient practice where generalists, subspecialists, and advanced practice providers practice side by side
- Care for a diverse patient population in a supportive and collegial environment
- We encourage involvement in research, education, quality improvement, safety initiatives, and/or hospital and university committees
Minimum qualifications:
- Applicants must possess an MD/DO degree from an accredited medical school and have or be eligible to obtain a Massachusetts Medical License
- Applicants must be board certified or be an active candidate for board certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Applicants must have completed a Fellowship in Gynecologic Oncology
- Fluency in Spanish, or languages other than English, is highly desirable but not required
Applicants must have the ability to work collegially within a diverse environment and demonstrate a commitment to our institutional values regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion. BIPOC (Black/Brown, Indigenous, and other People of Color) applicants are encouraged to apply.
BU conducts a background check on all final candidates for certain faculty and staff positions. The background check includes contacting the final candidate s current and previous employer(s) to ask whether, in the last seven years, there has been a substantiated finding of misconduct violating that employer s applicable sexual misconduct policies. To implement this process, the University requires a final candidate to complete and sign the form entitled Authorization to Release Information after execution of an offer letter.
Send CV and Cover Letter to: Carol Boudrot, Executive Assistant, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Boston Medical Center,
BMC/BUCASM is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer