Physician Authors for Internal Medicine

We are seeking two general internal medicine physicians to collaborate with our sub-specialty physician authors to improve the quality content for online products. The author will work with a team of physicians, editors, and illustrators to produce high-quality content for our IM Qbanks and USMLE™ Qbanks.

Overview

• The physician will work part-time in clinical or out-patient practice with the remainder of time working at our corporate office in the Dallas, Texas area.
• The ideal physician will have exceptional communication skills, superior medical knowledge, and passion for training future physicians.
• Internal medicine residents who plan to stay in internal medicine and are willing to relocate are welcome to apply.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary of $250,000-plus per year (for non-clinical + clinical work) with potential to reach $300,000+.
• Additional growth opportunity that is not commonly offered with 100% clinical work.
• Assistance in locating a part-time clinical position.
• Comprehensive benefits package:
  • medical insurance
  • vision/dental insurance
  • up to ten days of paid time off
  • 401(k) retirement plan with 4% employer matching
  • bonuses
  • ten paid holidays off per year
• Casual office environment with flexibility not generally available in clinical environment.
• Urban location: Dallas is physician friendly, has a great climate, low living expenses, no state income tax, and a growing economy.

Limitations

• Clinical work can be just one or two weeks of Hospitalist job per month or two days per week of out-patient practice.
• Non-clinical work is weekdays 8AM to 5PM without calls or weekends.

To Apply

• Email cover letter, CV, and 3 sample USMLE- or ABIM-style internal medicine questions (in MS Word or PDF format) to: jobs@usmleworld.com

Medical Editor

We are currently seeking a medical editor in the Dallas area to edit the educational and application materials for clients of our internet-based, medical-education company. Successful applicants will have a strong writing and editing background. A degree in a science-related discipline, technical writing, and editorial experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Edit examination items focusing on development of clinical vignettes. Review items for test flaws and adherence to test development methodologies. Provide suggestions to authors for substantive changes.
• Edit for grammar, punctuation, clarity, consistency of style, and item accuracy.
• Develop biographies and abstracts based on background material submitted by faculty presenters.
• Establish style and format guides for all types of writing projects.
• Proofread and prepare manuscripts/materials for publication and/or submission to authors for review.

Requirements

• Must have BA/BS degree in English, Creative Writing, Medical Education, or related field of study.
• Must have a minimum of two years of Medical editing experience.
• Must exhibit excellent written/verbal communication skills and knowledge of medical terminology.
• Must be able to work under tight deadlines while coordinating and prioritizing multiple tasks.
• Must be able to work under strict quality-control guidelines, review the work of others, and contribute to a collaborative product.
• Must have knowledge of medical concepts, technologies, or applications.
• Must be computer literate and familiar with MS Office products.
• Must have knowledge of AMA Manual of Style.

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation on par with industry standards
• Up to 3 weeks paid time off
• Excellent health and medical benefits
• 401(k) plan for retirement
• Relaxed work environment

Limitations

• Only applicants with medical editing experience will be considered. We are not looking for corporate communications editors, technical editors, or literary editors.
• Applicants should be available to work from our Dallas, TX (area) office. Remote workers will not be considered.
• This is a permanent position. No contract employees will be considered.

Start Date

• Immediate
• Interested candidates should apply with resume, cover letter, and salary expectations.
• Apply by Email: jobs(at)usmleworld(dot)com