Clinical Instructor – AYA Lead Clinician - Chapel Hill, United States - InsideHigherEd

Description

Department:

Psychiatry - General

Posting Open Date:

04/10/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Position Type:

Permanent Faculty

Working Title:

Clinical Instructor – AYA Lead Clinician

Appointment Type:

Fixed Term Faculty

Vacancy ID:

FAC0005030

Full-time/Part-time:

Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week:

40

FTE:

1

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Proposed Start Date:

08/05/2024

Be a Tar Heel:

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.

OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation's leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.

OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.

Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education: We will prepare tomorrow's health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.

Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

Position Summary:

The Department of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine is seeking a licensed clinician to serve in a leadership role in the Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Program, which is located organizationally within the Comprehensive Cancer Support Program. The AYA program is a well-established inter-professional program provides developmentally- appropriate psychosocial and medical care for AYA cancer patients and their support communities, advances research in the field of AYA oncology, educates providers about the unique needs of young people living with cancer, and improves care for AYAs. The program aims to deliver high-quality cancer care for AYA patients throughout the care continuum and across the state of North Carolina. Members of the UNC AYA program provide direct clinical care, conduct clinical and translational research, educate health care providers and patients, and engage in local and national AYA advocacy efforts. This is a 100% FTE, fixed-term Clinical Instructor position.

The AYA lead clinician will fulfill a critical role in the care of teenagers and young adults treated for cancer at the University of North Carolina. The AYA lead clinician will meet with patients and, in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, develop a supportive care plan designed specifically for that patient. The successful candidate will develop an extensive knowledge of supportive care resources (e.g., clinical services; psychosocial support; educational programs; financial assistance) for AYA patients offered within and outside of UNC. This position will involve consultation to and
collaboration with oncologists, nurses, mental health clinicians, and other cancer-related clinicians and staff members. Other clinical duties include:

• Care for patients in the AYA cancer survivorship clinic
• Staff and supervise cases with the AYA clinical consult team
• Carry a small caseload of weekly or bi-weekly AYA cancer patients seen for therapy
• Cover for clinical team when they are out of the office or the clinical service is busy
• Triage newly diagnosed AYA patients to decide most appropriate system of care (pediatric vs. adult oncology)

In addition to clinical responsibilities, the AYA lead clinician is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the AYA Cancer Program and oversees the program's overall growth and sustainability strategy. The AYA lead clinician supervises, mentors, and supports the AYA team members in their daily work while also focusing on growth in their individual careers. The AYA lead clinician partners with the AYA Medical and Research Directors to develop and advance an AYA-focused research portfolio. The AYA lead clinician is responsible for marketing and communications (including the development and use of the AYA website) and philanthropic, partnerships and fundraising. The AYA lead clinician participates in larger cancer center initiatives and aligns the AYA Program work with those priorities of the Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center.Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Applicants must be a licensed clinician in the state of NC (ex: nursing, social work, psychology, counseling, physician, or related field)
• Must be able to work with various populations effectively and professionally
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to think critically and creatively, to help plan the work of others, and to work collaboratively across diverse partners and stakeholders.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in a leadership and supervisory role.
• 5+ years of post-Master's level experience

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

• Strong clinical skills and experience working with an inter-disciplinary team,
• Experience leading and managing an interdisciplinary group of professionals
• Experience caring for oncology patients
• Appreciation of matrix hospital systems and processes
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Ability to develop and execute strategic plans
• Fundraising and relationships with donors
• Quality improvement and change-management skills
• Work with patient advisory boards

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions:

Interested candidates may apply by going to
and attaching a curriculum vitae and letter of application. Please include the names of 2-3 references.