Division Chief of Pediatric Nephrology - F71550 - SOM/Pediatrics

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Unit: School of Medicine

Department: Pediatrics

Mission or goal of unit: The Children’s Hospital of Richmond at Virginia Commonwealth University has committed itself to transforming the Pediatric Nephrology Division into a model academic unit devoted to excellence in clinical care, teaching, and clinical, translational, and basic research.

Chief purpose of this position in support of above mission or goal: We are seeking a physician (tenure eligible), physician scientist or clinician-educator to lead the Division of Pediatric Nephrology as their Division Chief. The candidate will provide a mix of direct clinical care, clinical administrative and QA/QI activities, didactic and bedside teaching for students, residents and fellows, and pursuit of a plan of academic efforts that may include research or other activities that meet the needs of the unit and the individual.

Responsibilities:

• Teaching: Faculty member will have teaching responsibilities. Faculty member will provide teaching and mentorship to medical students, residents, chief residents, and fellows when applicable.
• Research: Faculty member will be encouraged to engage in research and be able to participate in clinical, translational, and outcomes research.
• 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.
• 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.
• Other (for instance administrative duties, etc.): Faculty member will take on administrative duties associated with this Division Chief role.

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

Benefits: All full-time university faculty and staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.

FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt

Restricted Position: No

ORP Eligible: Yes

Rank: Open

Tenure: Open

Months: 12 months

Contact Information:
Contact Name: Jewel Jefferson
Contact Email: jewel.jefferson@vcuhealth.org