Pediatrics - Academic General (Assistant Professor)

Pediatrics - Academic General (Assistant Professor)

Baylor College of Medicine and Department Summary: Baylor College of Medicine is a health sciences university that creates knowledge and applies science and discoveries to further education, healthcare, and community service locally and globally. With over 1200 faculty, the department of pediatrics is ranked as one of the nation's largest, most diverse, and most successful pediatric programs. Texas Children's Hospital is leading pediatric medicine locally, nationally, and internationally. TCH is ranked #3 nationally by U.S. News and World Report for overall pediatric care. Located in Houston, Texas, the hospital is a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to create a healthier future for children and women throughout our global community by leading in patient care, education, and research. Houston is the fourth most populous city in the United States, with a thriving intellectual and cultural environment that is an international leader in arts, education, healthcare, and cuisine. A competitive compensation package and an academic appointment commensurate with training and experience are available.

Summary The Complex Care Clinic at Texas Children's Hospital seeks another MD or DO to join its team of outpatient complex care pediatricians and nurse practitioners. Our program staff include clinical nurses and medical assistants, nurse care coordinators, patient navigators, social workers, and dedicated dietitian team. An embedded child/adolescent psychiatrist is also part of the team. We provide primary care, consultations, and care coordination for children with medical complexity. The patient population is focused on youth with medical complexity from the Houston metro area. Our patients' diagnoses include extreme prematurity, tracheostomy and ventilator dependence, genetic disorders, short bowel syndrome. While primarily responsible for direct clinical care as a primary care pediatrician, this position would also involve research, advocacy, and education for families, health care professionals, and others. The Complex Care Clinic program is housed within the Section of Academic General Pediatrics and includes a wide array of faculty experts in medical education, health policy, advocacy, immigrant health and vaccination policy. The ideal candidate would preferably have experience in complex care or team-based, comprehensive care. An ability to work well with parents and a multidisciplinary team is essential, as is a passion for working with children and youth with special health care needs. Candidates should be board certified or eligible in Pediatrics or Med/Peds. Applicants seeking a full-time position are preferred, but those seeking a part-time position will be considered. This position is 100% based at the Texas Children's Hospital Main Campus and this will be the only clinical site for the faculty member. Work Authorization Requirement: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment. Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.