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Clinical Ethics Consultant
uabmedicine· Mission Integration
About this role
Position Overview
- Department: Mission Integrations
- Schedule: Mon-Friday with rotating weeknights and weekends
- Work Location: UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham and UAB St. Vincent's East
- Benefits for eligible positions include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more
What You Will Do
The clinical ethics consultant works in tandem with patients, families, and the front-line, multidisciplinary team as the first responder for ethics case consultation and preventative ethics.
1. Provides both individual and group clinical ethics consultation, working collaboratively with 2. healthcare providers, patients, and surrogate decision-makers on ethical concerns. 3. Provides prompt responsiveness, ensures ongoing communication with individuals involved 4. in the case, and follows through on all of the deliverables of the consults.5. Assists in the development and delivery of educational activities regarding clinical ethical 6. issues for physicians and staff. Actively involved in Schwartz Rounds and Ethics Case 7. Conferences hosted by the Clinical Ethics program.8. Serves as an active participant on the Ethics Committee. Routinely reviews and develops 9. institutional ethics policies and procedures consistent with current ethical norms in 10. collaboration with the Ethics Committee as requested.11. Engages in preventive ethics activities and initiatives as needed.12. Performs administrative activities related to the Clinical Ethics program as needed; 13. including but not limited to: Accurate and timely reporting of data into the ethics consultation 14. database and oversight of the 24/7 on-call schedule.15. Performs other duties as assigned.
What You Will Need
Licenses / Certifications / Registrations
- Current licensure commensurate with relevant degree required.
Minimum Requirements
- Master's Degree in a healthcare related field, including but not limited to Ethics, Nursing, Philosophy, Social Work, Theology, etc..
- Evidence of coursework in healthcare ethics.
- Two (2) years of substantive clinical ethics consultation experience preferred. Experience may substitute for education requirement.
- Healthcare Ethics Consultant Certified (HEC-C) credential required within five (5) years of employment.
Additional Preferences
No additional preferences.
About UAB St. Vincent’s
UAB St. Vincent’s, a proud part of UAB Medicine, is a trusted provider of health care, serving Alabama for more than 125 years. With five hospitals and numerous clinics, we're a health care community deeply rooted in compassion, service, and respect for all, guided by the rich legacy of the St. Vincent’s name. We're committed to extending kindness and personalized care to patients, their families, and each other. We address the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of our patients. We believe in the power of teamwork and unity, and foster a collaborative spirit among our more than 4,800 employees. As one of Alabama’s best hospitals as recognized by U.S. News & World Report, improving the health and lives of those we serve is at the heart of our mission. Join us in continuing our legacy of service and healing in central Alabama, where we can make a lasting impact together.
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Clinical Ethics Consultant
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