Job Description:
The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Florida is seeking two Pediatric Nephrologists to pursue a non-tenure track career in the Division of Nephrology. Incumbents will provide clinical services to patients seen in the Pediatric Nephrology clinics and Shands Teaching Hospitals, as well as teaching Pediatric residents, fellows and medical students.
The Division of Pediatric Nephrology is a tertiary referral center for North and Central Florida and the surrounding states. Our Division offers special expertise in the care of very young children with renal failure and in the care of patients with complex renal abnormalities who require dialysis and transplantation.
The Division of Pediatric Nephrology provides diagnosis and treatment for infants, children, and adolescents with all forms of acute and chronic kidney disease. There are approximately 3600 outpatient visits and 350 admissions each year. These include infants, children, and adolescents with a variety of bladder and kidney problems, patients with hypertension and electrolyte abnormalities, and the assessment of pregnant women carrying a fetus with a renal abnormality noted on ultrasound. Physicians over the entire tri-state area call for consultations, as do the faculty of the University of Florida Health Science Center who need joint consultative care of the complex pediatric problems.
UF Health-Pediatrics
UF Health, the University of Florida’s academic health center, is the country’s only academic health center with six health-related colleges located on a single, contiguous campus. The colleges, major research centers and institutes, and clinical enterprises focus on building collaborative specialized clinical services centered on quality and innovation. The UF College of Medicine, the largest college within UF’s academic health center, is currently the highest-ranked medical school in Florida. UF Health Shands, UF Health’s private, not-for-profit hospital system, includes seven hospitals, a state-designated Level I trauma center, a Level IV neonatal intensive care unit, a regional burn center, and an emergency air and ground transport program.
The Department of Pediatrics clinical services are delivered at UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital, which was named one of the best Children’s Hospital in Florida in the U.S. News & World Report rankings. Nationally ranked in five pediatric specialties, UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital provides the full spectrum of pediatric specialty services and is among the Top 5 children’s hospitals in the Southeast US. UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital is a major destination center for pediatric patients, both nationally and internationally, who require specialized attention for complex medical problems.
UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital represents the only quaternary-care academic pediatric center in North Florida. The children’s hospital has 208 beds, including fully-equipped pediatric and neonatal intensive care units. UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital is part of the Children's Miracle Network's alliance of premier hospitals for children.
The Department of Pediatrics is committed to fostering innovation and advancing discovery in the biomedical and psychosocial aspects of child health and human development, educating and training pediatric scientists, and directly translating basic scientific discoveries into new patient-oriented therapies. In the most recent fiscal year, the department was home to over $30.5M in sponsored research.
UF Health faculty work in multidisciplinary teams with researchers in the five other Health Science Center colleges, as well as those from across the University. The focus of team efforts is often grown out of the Centers and Institutes, including the Evelyn F. and William L. McKnight Brain Institute, the UF Genetics Institute, the Powell Gene Therapy Center, and the UF Health Cancer Center.
Gainesville, Florida
Gainesville, FL, is a vibrant city that offers a mix of culture, outdoor beauty, and a dynamic community atmosphere. The city, touted as one of the more affordable cost-of-living communities in Florida, is surrounded by stunning natural attractions like the Florida Museum of Natural History, Paynes Prairie Preserve, crystal clear freshwater springs, and several scenic parks, making it ideal for outdoor adventures. Gainesville also has a strong sense of community and is recognized for its festivals, farmer’s markets, and a variety of dining options downtown. The historic Hippodrome Theatre is the perfect place to indulge in live performances or independent films. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy many Division I NCAA sports (Go Gators).
We Offer Exceptional Benefits
- Low-cost State Health Plans: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Generous Retirement Options to Secure Your Future
- Comprehensive Paid Time Off Package (including 11 paid holidays, as well as paid family, sick, and vacation leave)
- Exceptional Personal and Professional Development Opportunities
- Tuition Assistance (UF Employee Education Program)
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
- No State Income Tax
