Assistant Professor, Clinical Faculty Appointment, Nephrology

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Houston (TX)

Hybrid

USD 150,000 - 210,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

UT MD Anderson Cancer Center seeks a physician for a clinical nephrology and onco-nephrology role in Houston. You will deliver patient care, supervise fellows, and contribute to academic activities in a high-volume cancer center.

The position emphasizes clinical excellence, research involvement, and collaborative education with trainees across nephrology and oncology services.

Qualifications

MD degree from an accredited medical school.
Licensed physician in Texas.
Residency training in an American program; nephrology fellowship completed.
Board certification in Internal Medicine with nephrology subspecialty.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical expertise in patient care management for nephrology and onco-nephrology patients.
Maintain thorough patient examinations and documentation.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and staff to optimize patient care.
Engage in clinical research and scholarly activity to advance the department.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Self-Motivation

Professionalism

Medical Knowledge

Education

MD degree

US medical license

Nephrology fellowship

Job description

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of UT MD Anderson is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research, and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees, and the public.

SCOPE

Provides clinical expertise in patient care management and an appropriate teaching environment for fellows and students in the specialty of Nephrology and Onco-Nephrology. He/she will be responsible for the design and implementation of clinical research studies.

KEY FUNCTIONS

1. Clinical - 80%

Provides clinical expertise in patient care management, requiring outstanding analytical skills in order to make judgments regarding the patient's medical problems and advise the patient on methods to improve their care. The position also must have the capability to empathize with cancer patients and their families in a manner that is compassionate and positive.
Must be capable of providing complete and thorough history and physical patient examinations.
Correspond as appropriate in writing or in telephone conversations with physicians regarding patient care and treatment.
Complete patient documentation for medical records within time frames provided by institutional policy. Will require dictating in a clear and concise manner and visual review of documents.
Practice internal medicine and medical oncology in an exemplary manner in standards set forth by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, and the American College of Physicians, properly balanced with other academic activities.
Develop and maintain a clinical consultative practice for patients referred to M.D. Anderson Cancer Center.
Request appropriate consultations for patients by phone conversations or in writing to other physicians.

2. Administration - 5%

Serve on institutional and hospital committees as requested by attending appropriate meetings, which may include walking to each meeting site. Listen to deliberations and provide verbal feedback as necessary. Visually review all documents pertaining to committee functions on an as needed basis.

3. Research - 10%

Actively engage in clinical research and scholarly activity to enhance the academic environment of the Department.

4. Education/Teaching - 5%

Provide a balanced and integrated educational program in Nephrology, Onco-Nephrology for medical fellows and students who rotate through Section of Nephrology.
Attend and participate in Division/Department teaching and continuing education conferences, which requires verbal interaction with colleagues and walking to meeting locations throughout the campus.
Serve as a role model as a practitioner for faculty, fellows and students.
Provide education for department colleagues verbally or in writing by disseminating information obtained or learned from outside conferences and events.

CORE COMPETENCIES

5. IC - Analytical Thinking

Gather relevant information systematically
Break down problems into simple components
Make sound decisions.

6. IC - Self-Motivation

Set high standards of performance
Pursue goals with energy and persistence
Drive for results and achievement.

7. TC - Practice-Based Learning & Improvement

Participates in on-going learning
Demonstrates application of it in his/her role

8. IC - Build Relationships:

Initiate, develop, and manage relationships and networks; and
Show sincere interest in others and their concerns.

9. IC - Innovative Thinking:

Approach problems with curiosity and open-mindedness; and
Offer new ideas, solutions and/or options.

10. TC - Professionalism:

Employee demonstrates commitment to collaborative professional relationships with physicians and all members of the health care team; and
Employee demonstrates a high level of responsibility, ethical practice, sensitivity to the patient population and adherence to legal and regulatory requirements; and
Employee demonstrates a commitment to excellence (i.e. proper hand washing practices) and on-going professional development.

11. TC - Medical Knowledge:

Employee demonstrates medical knowledge as defined by position description.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE:

Required:

The Assistant Professor, CFA must have completed the MD degree in an accredited medical school or equivalent. Has completed residency training in an approved American Residency Program or equivalent. Completed clinical fellowship in Nephrology and has been accepted by the American Board of Internal Medicine - with a subspecialty in Nephrology. As a clinician, he/she must be licensed as a physician in the State of Texas.

The UT MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of UT MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

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