Pediatric Nephrologist - M89552 - Pediatrics/SOM

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Virginia Commonwealth University VCU School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond. Accounting for almost half of VCUs 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 Childrens 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 divisions 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 improvementassurance projects.

Chief Purpose of this Position in Support of Above Mission or Goal The Division of Pediatric Nephrology at the Childrens 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 improvementassurance 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.

MinimumQualifications 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 Erin.flexonvcuhealth.org