Clinical Instructor – AYA Lead Clinician

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, United States

Updated: about 6 hours ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
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Posting Information
Posting Information


Department Psychiatry - General - 412202
Posting Open Date 04/10/2024
Application Deadline
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
Hiring Range
Proposed Start Date 08/05/2024

Position Information


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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
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.
Special Instructions
Interested candidates may apply by going to
https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/278108 and attaching a curriculum vitae and letter of application. Please include the names of 2-3 references.
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/278108

Department Contact Information


Department Contact Name and Title Carla Feuerstein
Department Contact Telephone or Email [email protected]
Academic Personnel Office Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email to [email protected].
Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status. 
If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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