A Health Sciences Professor teaches foundational health science ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction, lab experience, field experience, and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the health science curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.
Join Our Academic Team! Lakeland Regional Health is seeking a Family Medicine Core Faculty Member to help shape the next generation of physicians in our growing Family Medicine Residency Program . This is an exciting opportunity to combine clinical practice with teaching and mentorship in a collaborative, patient-centered environment.
Highlights include:
Position Highlights Serve as Core Faculty for a 24-resident program. Engage in inpatient, outpatient, pediatric, and prenatal care . Participate in curriculum development, resident supervision, and scholarly activities. Work in a 900-bed hospital , home to one of the busiest Emergency Departments in the country. Dedicated recently constructed continuity clinic Access to on-site research support and academic resources. Academic appointment to affiliated medical schools Qualifications MD or DO degree with Board Certification in Family Medicine . Eligible for Florida medical licensure. Passion for teaching and mentoring residents and medical students Commitment to evidence-based, full-spectrum family medicine. Benefits Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits: 403B retirement plan Medical, dental, and vision coverage Paid Time Off CME allowance and days Malpractice insurance with tail coverage LRH offers comprehensive benefits including 403B, Medical Insurance, Paid Time Off, CME Allowance, CME Days, and Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage.
COMMUNITY
Lakeland is a vibrant community conveniently located between Tampa and Orlando and was ranked in Business Insider's "Top 10 Cities to Buy a House". Explore the diverse exhibitions at the Polk Museum of Art, and stroll around any one of our breathtaking lakeside trails, parks, and nature preserves. With just a short drive, you can enjoy Clearwater Beach, named the " Beach in America" by Trip Advisor or have a blast at any one of Florida's world-renowned theme parks and attractions. There are over 150 schools in Polk County, including over 40 private school options, 6 Florida Arts schools, and nationally recognized workforce academies. Visit the LAL Today website to learn more about all that Lakeland has to offer.
ABOUT US
For over 100 years, not-for-profit Lakeland Regional Health has provided exceptional inpatient and outpatient healthcare in over 40 specialties. LRH has achieved multiple workplace awards from highly reputable names including Aetna, Forbes, and the Florida Hospital Association. Our 892-bed main campus operates a Level II Trauma Center, a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, the Bannasch Institute for Advanced Rehabilitation Medicine, and is home to one of the nation's busiest single site Emergency Department. We continue to grow as seen in our Carol Jenkins Barnett Pavilion for Women and Children and Harrell Family Center for Behavioral Wellness. LRH is proud to collaborate with Nemours Children's Health System. Visit our website to learn more about our incredible culture and how we place people at the center of all we do.
Qualifications:
Must be board certified/board eligible through ABMS or AOA. Must have a current Florida medical license or the ability to obtain one. Live Where You Vacation! Please send your CV to to learn more about this opportunity!
