Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Springfield, IL
Job Type: Faculty
Job Number: 2400071
Department: Surgery-SMS
Division: Vascular Surgery
Opening Date: 08/16/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Shift: Days
ExemptorNon_Exempt: Exempt
Description
The Division of Vascular Surgery at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is seeking a Vascular Surgeon at the Assistant/Associate Professor level, depending on experience and academic record, to join our academic vascular surgery division.
Responsibilities: The successful candidate will have a broad range of open and endovascular skills, an interest in teaching vascular surgery residents and medical students, and a commitment to an academic career path. Qualified applicants interested in serving as Program Director of the Vascular Surgery Residency are desired. The Division practices at two 500 bed hospitals located in Springfield and an affiliated 300 bed hospital in Decatur, IL. Educational facilities, an outpatient clinic, and outpatient vascular laboratory on the same campus of one facility in Springfield. Practice opportunities are diverse, spanning the full spectrum of vascular disorders and their diagnosis and management. Operating endovascular suites are available to facilitate advanced endovascular procedures at all three hospitals and ambulatory procedures are performed in our outpatient facility. The Division also directs an ICAVL inpatient and outpatient Vascular Ultrasound Lab. In addition, division faculty practice in three hospital-based wound centers which provide ample opportunities for clinical activity in CLTI and diabetic foot disease.
SIU has a rich academic history in vascular surgery and long-standing commitment to surgical education. The Division of Vascular Surgery has an integrated vascular residency which has been accredited since 2011. There is a strong and supportive relationship with our primary hospital and a newly opened state-of-the-art facility for advanced simulation and education is available for teaching and research. Research opportunities are also abundant. There is strong outcomes research collaboration between the university and our primary hospital, positioning us well for future healthcare changes and academic productivity. We have a strong collaboration with the SIU Center for Clinical Research, which provides expertise in clinical research and clinical trials, including statistics, database analysis and management for outcomes research. There are also facilities and collaborators for basic or translational research. The section of Vascular Surgery and Department of Surgery are fully committed to providing support for a candidate's academic interests. Progressive leadership opportunities for programmatic development are available.
Company Information: Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is located in Springfield, Illinois, a historic Midwestern city of 120,000 that is the capitol of Illinois. The catchment area is 2 million people throughout central and southern Illinois. It is an excellent place to live and raise a family, offering a variety of high-quality public and private schools, a low cost of living, and ample cultural and recreational offerings. It is conveniently located between St. Louis, Chicago and Indianapolis.
Position-specific questions may be directed to William Robinson, MD, Chief of Vascular Surgery, at 217-545-8856 or via email at
This is a security-sensitive position. Pre-employment background screenings required. Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and provides equal employment and educational opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or marital status in accordance with local, state and federal law. SIU Medicine is committed to cultivating a diverse campus population for the well-being of its learners and workforce.
Examples of Duties
Administration 20%

• Serve as Program Director of the Vascular Integrated Residency including the administration of the residency, selection of traninees, and other administrative duties related to maintenance of the training program.

Research 10%
Be productive with a research commitment in the Department of Surgery/Division of Vascular Surgery. Independent research will be maintained as well as collaborate research on projects with the Division Chair, other members of Vascular Surgery, and other faculty in the Department of Surgery and the School of Medicine.
In carrying out these research duties, the incumbent will:

• Participate in the utilization of the computerized data base for vascular surgery at both hospitals and SIU School of Medicine.
• Organize prospective and retrospective clinical research projects, epidemiological, physiological, and therapeutic outcomes, using the laboratory, hospital and operating room facilities.
• Seek outside grant funds to support salary and research.
• Publish in refereed journals and write book chapters.
• Deliver lectures at state, regional, and national meetings to give results of research efforts and represent the division and department at these meetings.
• Maintain current literature files, research literature, read widely, and keep up-todate of the latest developments in vascular surgery.

Teaching 10%
Assume an active role in teaching medical students, residents and also in teaching the nursing and laboratory staffs. Teaching duties will include rounds, lectures, clinics, ward work and activities in the operating room and the laboratories.
In performing these duties, the incumbent will:

• Assist in the vascular surgery education of medical students on the surgery clerkship and during medical student elective periods.
• Present curriculum and have direct clinical contact with medical students and residents.
• Participate in the development and implementation of specific undergraduate curricula in vascular surgery.
• Participate in and sponsor continuing medical education programs for vascular surgery.
• Participate in and attend surgical clinical conferences, M & M conferences, Vascular Surgery journal club, vascular x-ray conferences, vascular lab journal clubs, and laboratory conferences.
• Teach students, residents and not only endovascular and operative vascular surgery but also management and diagnosis of all types of vascular diseases and basic science instruction.
• Provide a role model as a teacher in vascular surgery.

Service 55%
This person will maintain a clinical practice and will participate in local/community service, university/school service, and service in national, regional, and state professional organizations related to surgery and vascular surgery.
In performing these duties, the incumbent will:

• Set an example as a highly skilled and conscientious practitioner of vascular surgery with a practice style that is balanced with self-education and other academic activities which will provide an example for future practitioners of general and vascular surgery.
• Maintain a practice of vascular surgery and endovascular therapy in order to maintain clinical proficiency.
• Provide a role model as a practitioner for faculty, house officers, students and fellow practitioners.
• Assist the Chair of Vascular Surgery in reading duplex scans and vascular lab studies and in preparing related reports.
• Attend national meetings, symposia, and committees related to vascular and general surgery.
• Present papers and lectures at meetings of vascular surgery.
• Serve on committees, where appropriate, of national, regional, or state societies pertaining to vascular surgery and general surgery.
• Represent the Division of Vascular Surgery as requested by the Division Chair.
• Prepare continuing medical education materials and deliver lectures, talks, and consultations to community physicians in Sangamon and adjacent referral counties.
• Serve on School, University and Departmental committees as requested by the Chair of the Division of Vascular Surgery and/or the Chairman of the Department of Surgery.
• This person will not be required to take general trauma call unless he/she elects to do so. If he/she elects to take trauma call, this must be approved by the Chairman of the Division of General Surgery.

Qualifications

• Sensitive to the needs of underrepresented minority populations
• Successful completion of a vascular surgery residency
• Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in vascular surgery
• MD license
• Able to be licensed in the State of Illinois
• Candidates appointed at the level of Associate Professor and/or filling the role of Program Director of the Integrated Vascular Residency will be expected to have at least 3 years clinical experience after completion of postgraduate training.

Supplemental Information
If you require assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources at or call 217-545-0223 Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.
The mission of Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is to optimize the health of the people of central and southern Illinois through education, patient care, research and service to the community.
The SIU School of Medicine Annual Security Report is available online at This report contains policy statements and crime statistics for Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield, IL. This report is published in compliance with Federal Law titled the
"Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act."
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer who provides equal employment and educational opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or marital status in accordance with local, state and federal law.
Pre-employment background screenings required.
Paid time off: Includes 13 paid holidays per year. Accrual rates vary based on employment type and years of service
Paid sick time: Use for personal illness, doctor visits, or if your immediate family members fall ill
Health, Dental, and Life insurance
Optional life insurance: Your spouse and dependents can enroll in State term life and university-sponsored term life insurance.
Prescription: Plan participants enrolled in any state health plan have prescription drug benefits included in the coverage.
Long-term Disability Insurance
Flexible spending accounts: Optional, IRS tax-favored program that enables you to stretch medical expenses and dependent care dollars
Voluntary retirement accounts: Optional plans include the State of Illinois Deferred Compensation Plan (457) and Tax Deferred Annuity (403b).
Tuition Waiver/Tuition Reimbursement: Continue your graduate or undergraduate education with the help of tuition waivers or tuition reimbursement
Leaves of absence: Includes FMLA and Extended Sick Leave Benefits for qualified employees
Employee Assistance Program: Access free and confidential support, including counseling services, and information during difficult times
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