Pediatric Nephrologist - M89552 - Pediatrics/SOM

Virginia Commonwealth University; Richmond (VA); Presencial; USD 200.000 - 280.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A prestigious academic medical center in Richmond is seeking a dedicated physician in pediatric nephrology. The successful candidate will engage in patient care, teaching, and research activities. This full-time role provides opportunities for collaboration with a robust team and mentoring of medical students and residents. Candidates must be board certified in pediatrics and eligible in pediatric nephrology, with experience in clinical settings. The position emphasizes professional respect within an academic environment and offers a salary commensurate with qualifications.

Formación

• Requires board certification in pediatrics.
• Experience in clinical care within an academic medical center.
• Commitment to respect and professionalism with diverse populations.
• Commitment to professionalism, diversity, and respectful working environment.

Responsabilidades

• Provide direct patient care and clinical administrative responsibilities.
• Engage in teaching and mentorship for medical students and residents.
• Participate in research and contribute to departmental committee work.
• Contribute to quality improvement and assurance projects at the division and department level.

Conocimientos

Board certified in pediatrics

Experience with clinical care of patients

Ability to foster respect and professionalism

Quality improvement

Team collaboration

Educación

Board certified or board eligible in pediatric nephrology

Board eligible in pediatric nephrology

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Advertising Summary

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond. Accounting for almost half of VCU’s sponsored research, the School of Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care and education. Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity employer.

Unit: School Of Medicine MBU

Department: Pediatrics

Mission or Goal of Unit

The Pediatric Nephrology Division at Children’s Hospital of Richmond at Virginia Commonwealth University is an academic unit devoted to excellence in clinical care, teaching, and clinical, translational, and basic research. Eighty to ninety percent of our patient volume is outpatient. The division’s primary goal is to provide rapid access to care, maintain the current high standards of service, and reduce usage of high acuity services (ED, PICU, etc) when possible. While achieving these goals, additional related endeavors include teaching, research, and quality improvement/assurance projects.

Chief Purpose of this Position in Support of Above Mission or Goal

The Division of Pediatric Nephrology at the Children’s Hospital of Richmond at Virginia Commonwealth University (CHoR at VCU) is seeking a dedicated physician to join our thriving academic program and contribute to our clinical, teaching, and research missions. This full‑time faculty member will provide a balanced mix of direct patient care, clinical administrative responsibilities, and quality improvement/assurance activities. The role also includes active participation in didactic and bedside teaching for medical students, residents, and fellows, as well as the pursuit of an individualized academic plan that may encompass research, scholarly work, or other contributions aligned with divisional and personal goals. The Division is supported by a robust team of clinical faculty, advanced practice providers, nurse coordinators, and nurse navigators, creating a highly collaborative environment for delivering exceptional pediatric nephrology care.

Responsibilities

• Clinical: Faculty member will serve as a leader and in the Department of Pediatric Nephrology for the Department of Pediatrics. Will work weekends and take call as necessary.
• Service: Faculty member will serve on departmental or School of Medicine level committees when appropriate, and engage in professional activities through journal review, conference presentations, etc.
• Research: Faculty member will be encouraged to engage in research and be able to participate in clinical, translational, and outcomes research.
• Teaching: Faculty member will have teaching responsibilities. Faculty member will provide teaching and mentorship to medical students, Residents, Chief Residents, and Fellows when applicable.

Minimum Qualifications

• Board certified in pediatrics
• Board certified or board eligible in pediatric nephrology
• Experience with clinical care of patients
• Experience in an academic medical center
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU

Salary Range: Commensurate

FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt

Flexible Work Arrangement: Other

Rank: Open

Tenure: Ineligible

Months: 12 months

Contact Information

Contact Name: Erin Flexon

Contact Email: [e-mail]