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    Pediatric Nephrologist - Richmond, United States - Commonwealth of Virginia

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    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: We are seeking an Assistant or Associate Professor (non-tenured) clinician who 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.

    Position 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 Nephrologist for the Department of Pediatrics. Will work weekends and take call as necessary.

    Other: Faculty member will take on administrative duties associated with this role.

    Required 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 experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU