Pediatric Nephrologist

AMN Healthcare; Texas City (TX); On-site; USD 205,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Continuing medical education support

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Excellent retirement program

Job summary

UTMB Health in Galveston, Texas, seeks a Pediatric Nephrology Clinician Educator to join the Department of Pediatrics on a full-time basis. The role offers opportunities to care for patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings while teaching medical students and residents.

The position can be at Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level, with a salary aligned to AAMC data and a potential RVU bonus. Visa support is available and relocation assistance is provided.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• Completed pediatric residency and pediatric nephrology fellowship training.
• Board certified or board eligible in pediatric nephrology.
• Eligible for an unrestricted Texas medical license.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pediatric nephrology care in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Educate medical students and pediatric residents.
• Collaborate with UTMB's clinical and research programs.
• Lead and participate in scholarly activities and quality improvement.

Skills

Pediatric nephrology

Academic medicine

Team collaboration

Education

MD or DO degree

Pediatric residency completed

Pediatric nephrology fellowship completed

Texas medical license eligible

Tools

None

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

StartDate: ASAP

Pay Rate: $205000.00 - $320000.00

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) John Sealy School of Medicine seeks a full-time Pediatric Nephrology Clinician Educator to join its Department of Pediatrics in Galveston, Texas. This is an outstanding opportunity to advance your academic career while helping shape the continued growth of pediatric kidney care within a nationally recognized academic health system.

Join a collaborative pediatric nephrology team with opportunities to provide meaningful inpatient and outpatient care, educate the next generation of physicians, and collaborate with UTMB's established adult nephrology research and clinical enterprise.

The position is available at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level, providing flexibility based on experience and academic accomplishments.

Opportunity Highlights

• Help shape a growing pediatric nephrology program as UTMB expands its broader kidney care enterprise and builds upon established clinical and research capabilities.
• Join a collaborative pediatric nephrology team that includes Shivaiah Balachandra, MD, Associate Professor and Division Director; Gina Nieto Duarte, MD, Associate Professor; and an advanced practice provider.
• Provide comprehensive pediatric nephrology care across inpatient and outpatient settings at UTMB clinical locations.
• Teach and mentor medical students and pediatric residents while advancing your own career in academic medicine.
• Pursue opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration, clinical research, quality improvement, scholarship, and scientific discovery.

Receive a competitive salary aligned with Association of American Medical Colleges median compensation data, along with an achievable relative value unit (RVU) bonus program.

Receive a potential one-time merit/sign-on bonus.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance
• $5,000 in continuing medical education support
• Paid time off
• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• An excellent retirement program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility may provide additional long-term financial value for qualifying physicians.

UTMB will consider alternative pathway candidates and supports visa candidates, expanding opportunities for qualified pediatric nephrologists.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree
• Completed pediatric residency and pediatric nephrology fellowship training
• Board certified or board eligible in pediatric nephrology
• Eligible for an unrestricted Texas medical license

Location

Galveston, Texas

Facility Location

Tucked along the Gulf Coast region, Galveston is a hip beach town with plenty to keep you busy when not working. From the eclectic boutiques and galleries to the famed historic neighborhoods, people flock from all over the U.S. to visit the city’s sandy beaches. Stopover at Moody Gardens to see aquariums and other attractions, or visit the trendy area known as The Strand for its yearly Mardi Gras celebration.

About the City

Live and Thrive on the Texas Gulf Coast. Create a career and lifestyle that offer something distinctive. Galveston blends an academic medical environment with historic neighborhoods, Gulf Coast recreation, dining, arts, and year-round outdoor activities. Visit Galveston describes the city as a historic beach and port community with 32 miles of shoreline, Victorian architecture, museums, theaters, restaurants, and a wide variety of coastal recreation.

Enjoy beaches, fishing, boating, kayaking, waterfront dining, cultural attractions, and community events throughout the year.

Enjoy a diverse community: Niche gives Galveston an A grade for diversity and an A-minus for nightlife, weather, and commute in its current community profile. Choose your pace: Build your life on Galveston Island or explore communities closer to the greater Houston metropolitan area while maintaining access to the Texas Gulf Coast.

Next Steps

Take the next step in your academic pediatric nephrology career while helping grow a program with significant potential.