Nephrology, Pediatric Nephrology Opportunity at Driscoll Children's Hospital in South Texas

Job Description

Pediatric Nephrologist Opportunities Driscoll Health System
Locations: Corpus Christi & Edinburg, Texas
Join the Only Freestanding Childrens Hospital in South Texas

The Driscoll Health System is seeking a BC/BE Pediatric Nephrologist to join our well-established and growing program, with openings at both our Corpus Christi and Edinburg locations. This is an exceptional opportunity to work in a mission-driven environment dedicated to delivering the highest standard of pediatric nephrology care to the children of South Texas.

About the Pediatric Nephrology Program:

• Full range of clinical services including:
  • Living and deceased donor transplantation
  • Acute and chronic hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis
  • Plasmapheresis and CRRT
• Home to the only freestanding pediatric hemodialysis unit in South Texas:
  • Corpus Christi: 5-station unit
  • Rio Grande Valley: 4-station unit
• Supported by a multidisciplinary team including:
  • Experienced dialysis nurses
  • Dedicated renal dietitian
  • Social workers
  • Child life specialists
• Active participant in:
  • NAPRTCS
  • SCOPE
  • Midwest Pediatric Nephrology Consortium
  • CKiD
  • IROC

Candidate Requirements:

• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Pediatrics and Pediatric Nephrology
• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Texas
• Passion for clinical excellence, collaboration, and community-based care

Compensation & Benefits:

• Highly competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Robust retirement plans
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • CME allowance and paid CME days
  • Malpractice coverage

About Driscoll Children's Hospital:

Corpus Christi
A 191-bed pediatric tertiary care center offering over 30 medical and surgical specialties. Driscoll serves a large catchment area, including Corpus Christi, the Rio Grande Valley, Victoria, and Laredo. As the only free-standing childrens hospital in South Texas since 1953, Driscoll is home to:

• South Texas first dedicated pediatric emergency room
• Over 141,000 annual patient visits

Rio Grande Valley (Edinburg)
The new freestanding childrens hospital will be located on the Doctors Hospital Renaissance Health campus. Pediatric services include:

• Pediatric subspecialty clinics
• Acute inpatient and outpatient surgery
• Emergency care
• Level III NICU and PICU
• Rehabilitation, therapy services, imaging, and more

Community Highlights:

Corpus Christi, TX

• Coastal city with access to 9 beaches
• Outdoor activities: kayaking, parasailing, paddleboarding, horseback riding
• Family attractions: Texas State Aquarium, USS Lexington
• Mild year-round climate
• Low cost of living and no state income tax

Edinburg/McAllen-Mission Metro Area, TX

• Ranked among the least expensive metro areas in the U.S.
• Safe neighborhoods and strong community feel
• Access to 3 airports with connections to Dallas, Houston, Las Vegas, and Mexico City
• Warm weather year-round, close to South Padre Island
• Excellent for outdoor enthusiasts and families
• No state income tax

Apply Today!
If youre looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply. Join Driscoll Health System and help shape the future of pediatric care in South Texas.