Pediatric Nephrologist

Cook Children's Health Care System; Fort Worth, Town of Texas, New York (TX, WI, NY); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in pediatric healthcare is seeking a dedicated pediatric nephrologist to enhance their growing nephrology department. This role offers the chance to work with a collaborative team in a supportive environment, focusing on innovative treatments for kidney-related conditions in children. With a commitment to professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package, this position is ideal for those looking to make a meaningful impact in pediatric care. New graduates are encouraged to apply, with opportunities for research and teaching available in partnership with local medical schools.

Benefits

Malpractice coverage

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Flexible working hours

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have an unrestricted Texas Medical license prior to start date.
• Board certification or eligibility in Pediatric Nephrology is required.

Responsibilities

• Join a rapidly growing pediatric nephrology department.
• Conduct 1-2 outreach clinics per month focusing on transplant patients.

Skills

Pediatric Nephrology

Clinical Research

Teaching

BLS Certification

PALS Certification

Education

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.)

ACGME-accredited residency in pediatrics

Job description

Location:

Dodson Medical Office Building
Department:Nephrology
Shift:First Shift (United States of America)
Standard Weekly Hours:40
Summary:

Cook Children's, based in Fort Worth, Texas, is recruiting a full-time pediatric nephrologist to join its rapidly growing pediatric nephrology department. The department offers active programs in kidney transplant, hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, CRRT, Aquadex, ECMO, and plasma exchange. We operate an 8-chair outpatient hemodialysis center supported by a dedicated team including urologists, transplant surgeons, interventional radiologists, nurses, social workers, dieticians, child life specialists, and a pet therapy program. Our service area spans most of North and West Texas, parts of Oklahoma and New Mexico, through our main campus, a medical center in Prosper, nine satellite clinics, and a telemedicine program. The role involves 1-2 outreach clinics per month, with a focus on transplant patients. We welcome new graduates and offer opportunities for clinical research and teaching, both locally and in collaboration with Fort Worth's medical schools. This position offers independence, flexibility, professional growth, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) required.
• American Heart Association BLS and PALS certifications.
• Unrestricted Texas Medical license (must be obtained prior to start date).
• Completion of an ACGME or AMA-accredited residency in pediatrics.
• Board certification or eligibility in Pediatric Nephrology.

Cook Children's offers competitive pay, malpractice coverage, health and dental insurance, and an excellent retirement plan. With over 750 pediatric primary and specialty care providers, CCPN is among America's leading pediatric group practices. We support our physicians with credentialing and managed care contracting.

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About Cook Children's:

Our not-for-profit organization includes a flagship medical center in Fort Worth, a new center in Prosper, a physician network, home health, surgery centers, a health plan, and more. With over 60 locations across Texas, we provide top-ranked pediatric care tailored to children's needs. We are recognized for outstanding pediatric healthcare outcomes.

At Cook Children's, we are more than a healthcare provider—we're your neighbors, friends, and family. As parents ourselves, we understand your concerns and are committed to providing the best care and support for your child.

Cook Children's is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity, including Minority, Female, Disability, and Veteran candidates.