Maternity And Pediatrics Faculty

Company Description

Griffin Hospital is a 160-bed acute care community hospital serving over 100,000 residents of the Lower Naugatuck Valley Region. As the flagship hospital for Planetree, it is recognized internationally for its patient-centered care model and regularly hosts healthcare visitors from around the world. Griffin Hospital is a not-for-profit, tax-exempt subsidiary of Griffin Health Services Corporation, with more than 280 active and courtesy physicians holding admitting privileges. The hospital is affiliated with the Yale School of Medicine, accredited by The Joint Commission, and consistently earns quality and clinical excellence awards. Griffin has been named to FORTUNE Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” list for ten consecutive years, reflecting its commitment to both patient care and employee experience.

Role Description

The Maternity and Pediatrics Faculty role is a full-time, on-site position based at Griffin Hospital in Waterbury, CT. The faculty member will provide high-quality clinical care in maternity and pediatric settings, including supervision and management of patients in inpatient and outpatient environments. Day-to-day responsibilities include teaching medical students, residents, and other learners through bedside instruction, lectures, case discussions, and skills training. The role also involves developing and updating curricula, participating in educational program planning, and engaging in clinical and educational research activities. The faculty member will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support patient-centered care, contribute to quality improvement initiatives, and participate in departmental and hospital committees as needed.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in Medicine and Pediatrics, with appropriate board certification or eligibility.
• Strong background in Medical Education and Teaching, including experience supervising learners in clinical settings.
• Experience or interest in Research related to maternity, pediatrics, or medical education.
• Current, unrestricted medical license (or eligibility) in the state of Connecticut.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills for working within multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and alignment with Griffin Hospital’s values and Planetree principles.
• Prior academic or faculty experience preferred; familiarity with curriculum development and assessment is beneficial.
• Ability to balance clinical, teaching, and scholarly responsibilities in a community hospital setting.