Chief of Pediatric Rheumatology

The Nemours Foundation; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mortgage assistance

Relocation packages

403B with employer match

457 retirement plans

Licensure, CME and dues allowance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Nemours Children's Health in Jacksonville, FL seeks a Chief of Pediatric Rheumatology to lead strategy, division growth, and clinical excellence for children with autoimmune and musculoskeletal disorders. You will oversee inpatient and outpatient rheumatology services, mentor clinicians, and collaborate across subspecialties to advance research and education.

The role emphasizes leadership, program development, and a patient- and family-centered approach within a not-for-profit health system.

Qualifications

• MD or DO required.
• Board certification in pediatric rheumatology or equivalent.
• Eligible for unrestricted Florida medical license and DEA.
• Minimum 5 years of experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic direction, growth, and operational oversight of the Pediatric Rheumatology Division.
• Recruit, mentor and evaluate physicians and advanced practice providers.
• Participate in departmental leadership meetings and hospital initiatives.
• Develop policies, clinical pathways and performance improvement plans.
• Provide expert diagnosis and management of pediatric rheumatic diseases.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Strategic planning

Clinical excellence

Education

MD/DO

Board certification

Florida license/DEA eligibility

Job description

Job Description

Nemours Children's Health is seeking a Chief of Pediatric Rheumatology in Jacksonville, Florida.

The Chief will be in charge of strategic planning, faculty development and ensuring high-quality, patient- and family-centered care. They will oversee the diagnosis and treatment of children with autoimmune and musculoskeletal disorders in addition to advancing excellence in clinical care, research, education and program development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the strategic direction, growth, and operational oversight of the Pediatric Rheumatology Division
• Recruit, mentor and evaluate physicians and advanced practice providers
• Participate in departmental leadership meetings and hospital initiatives
• Develop and implement policies, clinical pathways and performance improvement plans
• Provide expert diagnosis and management of pediatric patients with rheumatic diseases
• Oversee inpatient and outpatient rheumatology services
• Foster multidisciplinary collaboration with other pediatric subspecialists, nursing, rehabilitation and social services

What We Offer:

• No state income tax in Florida
• Competitive compensation
• Mortgage assistance, relocation packages and 403B with employer match, 457 retirement savings plans
• Licensure, CME and dues allowance
• Not-for-profit status; eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications:

• MD or DO
• Board certified in specialty
• Eligible for unrestricted Florida medical license and DEA
• Minimum 5 years of experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team

If you're looking for a position that will allow you to enjoy a work-life balance, have an opportunity for professional growth, and focus on pediatric care, this is the opportunity for you.

At Nemours Children's, our physicians collaborate across specialties, practices, and hospital settings to deliver care that is among the safest, most compassionate, and most advanced in pediatric medicine. As part of a fully integrated health system with strong academic partnerships, we are focused on achieving exceptional outcomes across every specialty.

We continuously measure and improve outcomes to ensure consistent, top-tier care for children and families. Our culture supports professional growth, collaboration, and innovation while advancing our mission to create the healthiest generations of children.

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to creating a strong sense of belonging for patients, families, and team members alike. Nemours is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

At Nemours Children's Health, Jacksonville , collaboration drives exceptional pediatric care. Through our longstanding partnership with Wolfson Children's Hospital, physicians and advanced practice providers work alongside leading specialists to deliver comprehensive care across a wide range of pediatric specialties and subspecialties.

This unique model offers opportunities to care for complex pediatric patients, participate in multidisciplinary programs, contribute to clinical research, and collaborate with experts dedicated exclusively to children's health.

Join a mission-driven organization where teamwork, innovation, and clinical excellence come together to improve the health and well-being of children throughout Northeast Florida.

Jacksonville offers the best of coastal Florida living with the energy of a growing metropolitan city. With more than 22 miles of beaches, an extensive park system, and miles of riverfront, outdoor recreation is a way of life.

The city features diverse neighborhoods ranging from historic districts to new master-planned communities, along with strong schools and a growing economy in health care, finance, and logistics. Cultural amenities include museums, performing arts, professional sports, and signature events such as the Jacksonville Jazz Festival, making it one of the Southeast’s most desirable places to live and work.

About Us

Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized pediatric health system serving more than 1.7 million patient encounters each year. We deliver care across six states through two freestanding children's hospitals - Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida - along with a network of more than 80 primary, urgent, and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospital partnerships.

Backed by the Nemours Foundation and Alfred I. duPont Trust, our $1.7B nonprofit system is dedicated to improving children's health through clinical care, research, education, advocacy, and prevention. Our Whole Child Health approach focuses equally on prevention and treatment, partnering with communities to help every child thrive.

Inclusion and belonging guide our strategy and growth. We are committed to culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and fostering an environment where every associate, patient, and family feels supported and valued.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 16186
• Posting Date 06/11/2025, 07:45 PM
• Degree Level Post-Doctorate
• Job Schedule Full time