Medical Director of Kidney & Pancreas Transplantation

Baylor Scott & White Health • Temple, TX • 2w ago

Baylor Scott & White

Temple, TX

Baylor Scott & White Health, Central Texas Division, seeks a fellowship trained Transplant Nephrologist, MD or DO, Board Certified in Nephrology by the American Board of Internal Medicine to serve as the Medical Director of Kidney Transplantation. The ideal candidate should be an experienced kidney and pancreas transplant nephrologist with the motivation and ability to grow the program.

Join 2 existing transplant nephrologists, including the current Medical Director who is assisting with leadership transition

Longstanding program performing 80-100 deceased and living donor kidney transplants per year, with a stable and collaborative surgical team

Tremendous opportunity to grow the program with a broad catchment area for which BSWH Temple Hospital serves as the only quaternary care center

The position requires active participation in growth of the program coverage at outreach clinics and selection/listing including wait list maintenance of pre-transplant candidates.

The role includes evaluation of potential transplant recipients, management of inpatient transplant recipients and follow up care of transplant recipients.

Partner with cardiac service line to co-manage complex advance heart failure and combined heart - kidney transplant candidates.

Candidates must be familiar with and credentialed for all dialysis therapies

Candidates will rotate call with other transplant nephrologists and APPs, providing 24/7 call for all inpatient care as well as outpatient emergencies.

Academic appointment at Baylor College of Medicine predicated on qualification.

The Medical Director will be a member of the Division of Nephrology that has 12 nephrologists, 5 APPs, and a large outpatient nephrology and dialysis practice. Well established nephrology fellowship program with active participation of the fellows in the Transplant program.

About Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple is a 636-bed multi-specialty teaching hospital located in Temple, Texas. In 2018, the hospital was ranked as one of the top 100 hospitals and one of the top 15 teaching hospitals in the United States by Thomson Reuters. The hospital has 31 accredited residency and fellowship programs.

About the Community

Regarded as one of the best areas to live and work in Texas, Temple is ranked the 6 th most affordable place to live in the U.S. in 2019. Temple enjoys a robust economy and a cost of living that's lower than the national average. Served by four independent school districts and nationally recognized Temple College, the community places a high priority on education. Dubbed the "Wildflower Capital of Texas," Temple lies along the famous Texas Wildflower Trail and is the demographic center of the state, with convenient access to major cities including Dallas, Houston, Austin and San Antonio.

About Baylor Scott & White Health

As the largest not-for-profit health care system in Texas, Baylor Scott & White Health provides full-range, inpatient, outpatient, rehabilitation and emergency medical services through 49 hospitals and more than 800 patient access points.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

401 (k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual beginning Day 1Note: Benefits may vary based upon position @type and/or level

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued, and supported.

Qualifications

Medical licensed physician, MD or DO

Board Certified in Nephrology

Fellowship trained Nephrology / Transplant Nephrology

Texas licensed by start date

For additional information, please send your CV and direct your inquiry to:

Melisa Harrison, Sr. Physician Recruiter - Melisa.Harrison @BSWHealth.org (Teresa.Washington1@BSWHealth.org)

As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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