Division Chief of Nephrology

MaineHealth; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

CME support

Comprehensive health insurance

Job summary

MaineHealth is seeking a Medical Director and Division Chief of Nephrology in Portland, Maine. This integrated leadership role encompasses clinical oversight for nephrology services, mentorship for fellows, and collaboration with educational institutions like Tufts University School of Medicine.

The position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, plus the opportunity to impact patient care in a vibrant community on the beautiful Maine coast.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7-10 years of clinical practice.
• Minimum 5 years in medical leadership.
• Experience in nephrology teaching programs.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of nephrology services across MaineHealth.
• Leadership in clinical pathways and quality improvement.
• Administrative oversight of kidney-related services.

Skills

Leadership in nephrology

Teaching and mentoring

Clinical practice

Collaboration

Education

MD or DO from an accredited medical school

Fellowship in Nephrology

Board Certified in Nephrology

Rank of Associate Professor or Professor

Job description

Description

MaineHealth seeks a Medical Director and Division Chief of Nephrology to join their well-established, collegial group in Portland, Maine. The Division of Nephrology provides a full array of clinical services that encompass acute and chronic kidney disease, renal replacement therapy, apheresis, critical care and interventional nephrology, kidney transplantation, renal sonography and kidney biopsy. This integrated leadership role provides academic, clinical and administrative oversight for nephrology services across the health system and supports MaineHealth's tripartite mission of clinical excellence, education and research.

This leadership position offers:

• Teaching and mentoring nephrology fellows, internal medicine residents and medical students from the Maine Medical Center‑Tufts University School of Medicine Medical School Program
• Academic appointment at Tufts University School of Medicine
• Team‑based care model with collaborative approach to care
• Competitive compensation and benefit package including relocation assistance, paid time off, CME, malpractice insurance, medical, dental, vision, life/disability coverage and more

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Fellowship‑trained in Nephrology
• Board Certified in Nephrology
• Rank of Associate Professor or Professor
• Minimum 7-10 years of clinical practice
• Minimum 5 years in medical leadership

Academic Leadership Responsibilities

• Collaboration with Graduate Medical Education and Undergraduate Medical Education leadership and Department Chairs to support all aspects of medical education within the discipline of nephrology for medical students, residents and fellows
• Oversight of nephrology teaching programs, including clinical teaching, simulation center education programs, didactic lecture series and medical grand rounds
• Participation in initiatives to support an optimal clinical learning environment, aligned with ACGME standards
• Promotion of faculty engagement in MaineHealth's clinical, educational and research missions, including recruitment, development, mentorship and academic advancement
• Collaboration with MaineHealth research leadership to support and mentor clinical, translational and health‑services research relevant to nephrology

Clinical Leadership Responsibilities

• Oversight and advancement of high‑quality, patient‑centered nephrology care across ambulatory and inpatient settings
• Leadership in the development and implementation of innovative care models, clinical pathways and quality‑improvement initiatives in nephrology
• Collaboration with Department of Medicine leadership, service lines and operational partners to develop and maintain clinical policies, practice guidelines and performance‑improvement initiatives
• Acceptance of accountability for objectives aligned with MaineHealth's Strategic Plan and service line goals

Administrative and Operational Leadership Responsibilities

• Participation in ongoing professional practice evaluation (OPPE) and focused professional practice evaluation (FPPE) processes
• Leadership in faculty and advanced practice provider recruitment, onboarding, engagement, development and retention
• Support for division members' participation in regional and national professional societies, leadership development programs and academic promotion
• Attendance and participation in meetings and workgroups necessary to fulfill academic, clinical and administrative responsibilities
• Performance review and periodic reassessment of responsibilities in collaboration with the Chair, Department of Medicine and relevant administrative leadership
• Provide administrative oversight of the Dialysis Program, ESRD Services, Kidney Transplant Services and Interventional Nephrology Services at MaineHealth

For questions, please contact Maggie McGauley, Executive Recruiter, at [e-mail].

Portland, Maine

Situated on the Maine coast, Portland offers the best of urban sophistication combined with small‑town friendliness. The area provides four season recreational opportunities and miles of beautiful beaches. Just two hours north of Boston, this is an exceptionally diverse and vibrant community. Portland is consistently voted one of the top spots in America to raise a family.

MaineHealth

MaineHealth is a not‑for‑profit integrated health system whose vision is, "Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America." MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies and more than 2,000 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 24,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. MaineHealth offers a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive and competitive benefits, along with programs and resources to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.

To learn more about our system please visit www.MaineHealth.org and our benefits page.