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Physician Director Pediatric Nephrology

Nahse, California, Missouri, United States, 65018

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Job Summary The Department of Pediatrics and the Janet Weis Children’s Hospital at Geisinger Medical Center (GMC) is seeking a BE/BC pediatric nephrologist to serve as the Director of Pediatric Nephrology. Also able to consider candidates requiring the American Board of Pediatrics Alternative Pathway for Academic Faculty. The Director will provide oversight, direct patient care, teaching, and consultative services. Janet Weis Children’s Hospital (JWCH), located on GMC’s campus in Danville, is the region’s only dedicated 5‐floor, 91‐bed children’s hospital with a full‑service hospitalist and intensive care services. JWCH’s team of medical and surgical specialists provide care in over 30 pediatric specialties, including a 41‐bed Level IV NICU and 14‐bed Level I PICU.

Job Duties

Directing the day‑to‑day activities of the Pediatric Nephrology department

Providing strategic leadership by working with the Pediatric and Geisinger leaders to establish long‑range goals, strategies, plans and policies

Providing administrative oversight, including the recruitment and hiring of staff

Providing education of medical students, residents, attendings, and advanced practice providers

Position Requirements Graduate of an accredited School of Medicine, board certified in Pediatric Nephrology. The candidate should be comfortable in both the outpatient and inpatient settings. General pediatric core skills are required. Leadership experience within an integrated delivery system is highly desirable.

Benefits

Competitive straight salary model linked to quality and value versus productivity measures

Excellent benefits package, including malpractice & tail coverage

Four weeks of paid vacation time annually

Generous CME

Generous employer contribution to 401(k) plan

Full relocation package

Generous health benefits

Position Details Education: Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine – Required

Experience: (required details omitted)

Certification(s) and License(s): Licensed Medical Doctor – State of Pennsylvania

EEO Statement We are a proud affirmative action, equal‑opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status. We are an affirmative action, equal‑opportunity employer; women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

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