We are proud to be partnering with the University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) and Children's of Mississippi to seek a new Chief, Division of Pediatric Nephrology.
As part of the Department of Pediatrics, the Division of Pediatric Nephrology offers a full range of nephrology services including all modalities of dialysis and renal replacement therapy. Clinical responsibilities include all aspects of pediatric nephrology including evaluation and management of kidney transplantation. Ample opportunities exist for research with the new School of Medicine and Translational Research Center buildings.
The Department of Pediatrics at UMMC is committed to providing excellence in education, clinical care, and research with over 170 faculty members with all specialties represented. Training for a medical school class of over 150, postgraduate categorical pediatrics and med/peds residency programs, and multiple sub-specialty fellowships that are supported by the faculty.
Children's of Mississippi Hospital is the state's only hospital devoted exclusively to the care of sick and injured children and averages 9,000 admissions per year. Children's of Mississippi has 250-beds, which includes a 32-bed PICU and 107-beds in the state's only Level IV NICU.
We are seeking a new Division Chief with a desire to build, grow and expand. This role will provide mentorship and strategic vision to recruit new faculty to complement existing division faculty to meet the academic, research and clinical needs. Academic appointment will be commensurate with background and experience.
The role will be located in the state capital of Jackson, a big city with small town feel. Known for southern hospitality, enviable cost of living, rich arts heritage, culinary charm, cultural attractions, and comfortable lifestyle, you can discover more about the Jackson metro here.
Candidates with interest in learning more should apply in confidence to Page Ettle at [email protected] .
