Norton Healthcare
Pediatric Nephrology
Louisville, KY 40202 · US
About the role
ResponsibilitiesNORTON CHILDREN’S NEPHROLOGY affiliated with the UofL School of Medicine and a part of Norton Children’s Medical Group, is seeking a pediatric nephrologist to join its growing practice. The selected candidate will function as part of a dynamic, growing team dedicated to meeting the needs of children through clinical care, research, education
and advocacy. Norton Children’s Nephrology has a vision to grow and further expand our clinical practice, and the position includes a faculty appointment with the University of Louisville School of Medicine Division of Pediatric Nephrology. The pediatric nephrologist who joins our team of physicians and staff will have access to a broad range of clinical and academic pediatric nephrology services.
ABOUT THE POSITION:
- Variety of clinical career pathways available in areas of
dialysis, renal transplantation, chronic kidney diseases and
hypertension - Clinical sessions include multidisciplinary clinics for comprehensive
care of children with hypertension and kidney diseases - Opportunity for expansion and leadership in outpatient clinical projects
- Opportunity to develop research in various areas of nephrology, such as dialysis, transplantation, chronic kidney diseases, hypertension and glomerular diseases
- Teaching through the UofL School of Medicine, including medical students and residents in pediatrics and internal medicine/pediatrics
- Opportunity to lead the development of a fellowship program for
student training - Competitive salary and academic rank commensurate with experience
Job Responsibilities: The physician is responsible for recording a detailed medical history of each patient in the electronic medical record, including, but not limited to, chief complaint, present condition, individual history, and family history. Performing appropriate physical examination of each patient. Analyzing reports and/or findings of tests and personal examinations in order to assess the medical condition of the patient, including diagnosing the patient's injury or illness and formulating a prognosis.
QualificationsRequired:
- Medical degree/diploma
- Residency/fellowship certification
- Kentucky medical license or license eligible
NORTON CHILDREN’S NEPHROLOGY affiliated with the UofL School of Medicine and a part of Norton Children’s Medical Group, is seeking a pediatric nephrologist to join its growing practice. The selected candidate will function as part of a dynamic, growing team dedicated to meeting the needs of children through clinical care, research, education
and advocacy. Norton Children’s Nephrology has a vision to grow and further expand our clinical practice, and the position includes a faculty appointment with the University of Louisville School of Medicine Division of Pediatric Nephrology. The pediatric nephrologist who joins our team of physicians and staff will have access to a broad range of clinical and academic pediatric nephrology services.
ABOUT THE POSITION:
- Variety of clinical career pathways available in areas of
dialysis, renal transplantation, chronic kidney diseases and
hypertension - Clinical sessions include multidisciplinary clinics for comprehensive
care of children with hypertension and kidney diseases - Opportunity for expansion and leadership in outpatient clinical projects
- Opportunity to develop research in various areas of nephrology, such as dialysis, transplantation, chronic kidney diseases, hypertension and glomerular diseases
- Teaching through the UofL School of Medicine, including medical students and residents in pediatrics and internal medicine/pediatrics
- Opportunity to lead the development of a fellowship program for
student training - Competitive salary and academic rank commensurate with experience
Job Responsibilities: The physician is responsible for recording a detailed medical history of each patient in the electronic medical record, including, but not limited to, chief complaint, present condition, individual history, and family history. Performing appropriate physical examination of each patient. Analyzing reports and/or findings of tests and personal examinations in order to assess the medical condition of the patient, including diagnosing the patient's injury or illness and formulating a prognosis.
Required:
- Medical degree/diploma
- Residency/fellowship certification
- Kentucky medical license or license eligible