Med Peds Physician (Academic Rank DOQ)
University Of Nebraska Medical Center
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Job summary
Munroe-Meyer Institute for Genetics and Rehabilitation at University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, NE seeks a Med Peds Physician (open rank) to provide outpatient care for all ages, including individuals with autism and developmental disabilities. Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team ensures evidence-based, patient-centered care in a supportive academic setting.
The role emphasizes wellness, prevention, teaching families, and using prescriptive authority within state and federal
Qualifications
- MD or DO degree required and board eligibility in pediatrics and internal medicine.
- Residencies in pediatrics and internal medicine; Nebraska license eligibility.
- Experience with EPIC EHR preferred; outpatient pediatric and adult care.
Responsibilities
- Provide high quality, compassionate outpatient care according to guidelines.
- Assess patients of all ages; develop plans for health supervision and illness management.
- Provide preventive care, counseling, and anticipatory guidance to families.
- Prescribe meds and monitor therapy; educate patients on effects and interactions.
- Collaborate with healthcare partners to coordinate high-quality care.
Skills
Education
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Job description
UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Location
Location Omaha, NE
Requisition Number:
Requisition Number: 2025 - 409
Department
Department MMI Clinical Services 50000700
Business Unit(College/Institute)
FTE:
100
Reg-Temp
Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule
Requisition Category
Requisition Category Faculty
Requisition Title
Job Title/Academic Rank
Additional Requisition Title
Appointment Type
Appointment Type DOQ - DEPENDS ON QUALS
Salary Range
Salary Range Salary Commensurate with Experience
Job/EEO Category
Job/EEO Category Faculty
Job Requisition Begin Date
Job Requisition Begin Date 12/22/2025
Position Qualification
Position Summary
The Munroe-Meyer Institute for Genetics and Rehabilitation ( MMI ) at the University of Nebraska Medical Center ( UNMC ) is accepting applications for a Med Peds Physician at open faculty rank (Rank DOQ ). This position will provide outpatient comprehensive medical care for patients of all age groups including infants, children, teenagers and seniors with autism spectrum disorder, other intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as neurotypical individuals at Munroe-Meyer Institute for Genetics and Rehabilitation. Work in collaboration with other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care and deliver personalized and evidence-based medical services in a collaborative and supportive environment. Promote wellness and educate about the prevention of illness and health promotion and help patients meet their health needs.
- Provide high quality, compassionate care that reflects evidence-based guidelines, best practice, ethical considerations, cost and clinical effectiveness and patient/family acceptance and/or satisfaction.
- Assess the health status of patients of all ages and develop appropriate plans for health supervision and illness management in an outpatient setting by:
- Obtaining a comprehensive developmental, health and medical history.
- Performing physical examinations based on age and history.
- Assessing and diagnosing a variety of illnesses, ranging from the common problems such as injuries and infections, to more complex needs such as diabetes, asthma, high blood pressure and high cholesterol, with referral to specialty care when indicated.
- Identifying normal versus abnormal growth and developmental patterns.
- Performing or recommending age-appropriate and condition-specific screening, laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures.
- Reviewing and interpreting lab results and developing treatment plans based on findings.
- Analyzing factors that impact growth and development.
- Provide preventive care, including screenings and immunizations.
- Provide comprehensive, age/developmentally-appropriate teaching, counseling, and advising patients and their families about growth and development, health status, illnesses, management plans, and health promotion, disease and injury preventing activities and provide anticipatory guidance and identify risk factors based on growth and developmental factors, cultural and belief variables and family systems.
- Use prescriptive authority, in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations to treat illness, improve health status, and provide preventive care, by:
- Prescribing medications based on a patient’s clinical history, current assessment data and health care needs.
- Prescribing medications based on current research and a thorough knowledge base in pharmacotherapeutics.
- Providing patient education regarding intended effects, specific instructions, side effects, and possible interactions of medications and/or treatments, cost, and alternative treatments or procedures.
- Monitor therapeutic and potential adverse effects of medications.
- Formulate a holistic, culturally sensitive, patient/family-centered plan of care recognizing the patient and family are active participants.
- Collaborate with internal and external healthcare partners to coordinate patient care to ensure high quality care.
- Provide med peds specialist consultation to other health care providers.
- Utilize any other appropriate intervention(s) within the scope of practice parameters, expertise and knowledge of the Med Peds Physician.
- Take call on weekdays, weekends and holidays in rotation with the other providers in the practice.
- Document patient interactions in patient’s medical record and maintain accurate and timely records in compliance with healthcare regulations and practice standards.
- Submit accurate and timely billing.
- Maintain productivity standards according to program requirements.
- Protect confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA standards.
- Participate in continuing education and professional development to stay current on medical advancements, treatments, and technologies.
- Engage in education, research or other scholarly activity as a member of an academic medical center.
- Strong diagnostic and clinical skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Empathy and a family-centered approach to care.
- Willingness to work collaboratively in a team-based environment.
MMI is one of the oldest, largest, and most comprehensive intellectual and developmental disability centers in the world. MMI’s mission is “to be world leaders in transforming the lives of all individuals with disabilities and complex health care needs, their families and the community through outreach, engagement, premier educational programs, innovative research and extraordinary patient care”. MMI utilizes an interdisciplinary team approach that assures a comprehensive integration of our four pillars: research, clinical services, education, and community engagement. MMI is one of eight academic units of UNMC . MMI has an annual budget of more than $40M, approximately 500 employees, and our 17 disciplines provide over 90,000 clinical services each year serving individuals with disabilities and complex medical needs across the lifespan. MMI is a federally designated University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities ( UCEDD ) and has a Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities ( LEND ) program. MMI provides limitless opportunities for clinical programming, innovative research, and community engagement.
Omaha, Nebraska, is a dynamic and welcoming city that offers an exceptional quality of life. Known for its affordability, short commutes, and friendly Midwest atmosphere, Omaha also boasts a vibrant arts scene, nationally acclaimed restaurants, and abundant parks and trails. The city is home to the world-renowned Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and hosts the annual NCAA Men’s College World Series, both of which draw visitors from across the country. With several Fortune 500 companies, a growing innovation economy, and a strong sense of community, Omaha provides the perfect balance of professional opportunity and small-town charm—making it an ideal place to live and work.
- MMI provides convenient on-site parking and access to an employee fitness center.
- To learn more about this opportunity, contact Amy Nordness, PhD, MMI Associate Dean and Director of MMI , at: asnordness@unmc.edu.
- Review of applicants will occur on a rolling basis as recruitment is ongoing.
- Rank will depend on qualifications.
- Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.
- Completion of a Residency in Pediatrics and completion of a Residency in Internal Medicine from an ACGME accredited Institution
- Board Certified/Board Eligible in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics and Board Certified/Board Eligible in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicin
- Eligible for state medical license to practice medicine in the state of Nebraska.
- Current DEA certificate.
- Current Basic Life Support ( BLS ) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support ( PALS ) and/or Advanced Life Support ( ALS ) certification through the American Heart Association.
- Experience in outpatient pediatric and adult medicine.
- Experience with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Knowledge of EPIC electronic health record systems.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT The information provided below best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Office environment, Clinical environment Other working environment NA
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT
Bending, stooping, twisting Occasionally
Crawling Occasionally
Driving
Driving Not Applicable
Kneeling
Kneeling Occasionally
Reaching
Reaching Occasionally
Sitting 2-5 hours
Standing
Standing 2-5 hours
Squatting Occasionally
Walking
Walking Up to 2 hours
EXPOSURES
Atmospheric
Atmospheric No
Blood/body fluids
Blood/body fluids Yes
Chemical hazards
Chemical hazards No
Working on or around moving machinery
Working on or around moving machinery No
Electrical current
Electrical current No
Noise No
Changes of temperature/humidity
Changes of temperature/humidity No
Wear PPE
Wear PPE No
Work with laboratory animals
Work with laboratory animals No
Radiation
Operating hand/power tools
Operating hand/power tools No
If you answered yes to any area above, please explain
Potential exposure to blood, urine, vomit or other bodily fluids typically found in a primary care pediatric office.
Hand/Wrists
Fine Manipulation
Fine Manipulation Both
Repetitive Motion
Repetitive Motion Both
Grasping
Grasping Both
If you selected any area above, please explain
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Describe any other aspects and demands of the job not listed in this description.
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Individuals who need accommodation during the online application or interview process may contact 402-559-4070 or unmcstaffing@unmc.edu to request an accommodation.
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- * Are you board certified or board eligible?
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- * How did you hear about this position?
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