Medical Director Pediatric Kidney Transplant ProgramLocation: Orlando, Florida
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the RoleWe are seeking a board-certified/eligible Pediatric Nephrologist to serve as Medical Director of a Pediatric Kidney Transplant Program in Orlando, FL. This leadership position offers a unique opportunity to shape and grow a world-class transplant program within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
This full-time clinical faculty role includes:
- 75% clinical effort, with approximately half dedicated to transplant patients
- 25% protected time for research, program leadership, and academic development
Key Responsibilities- Lead and oversee all aspects of the pediatric kidney transplant program, including clinical operations, regulatory compliance, and strategic growth
- Provide comprehensive nephrology care, including:
- Acute kidney injury, hypertension, chronic kidney disease
- Dialysis (CKRT, PD, HD), plasmapheresis, and transplantation
- Collaborate with pediatric surgery, urology, and adult transplant teams to ensure seamless multidisciplinary care
- Mentor and educate pediatric residents, medical students, and PA students
- Drive quality improvement initiatives and participate in research collaborations
Division Highlights- 4,000+ outpatient visits and 1,500+ inpatient encounters annually
- Strong infrastructure with dedicated laboratory capabilities
- Faculty appointment opportunities with a local College of Medicine
- Multidisciplinary clinics for Lupus/Vasculitis, Williams Syndrome, and kidney stones
- Active participation in national collaboratives (NAPRTCS, NAKI)
Qualifications- M.D. or D.O. with fellowship training in Pediatric Nephrology
- Board certified or board eligible in Pediatric Nephrology
- Eligible for unrestricted Florida medical license
- Demonstrated leadership in transplant care and/or academic medicine
- Commitment to excellence in patient care, teaching, and scholarship
What We Offer- Competitive base compensation
- Annual incentive plan recognizing clinical activity, academic accomplishments, and quality improvement
- Comprehensive benefits: health, life, dental, vision
- Mortgage assistance, relocation packages, and retirement plans (403B with employer match, 457 savings plan)
- Licensure, CME, and dues allowance
- Not-for-profit status: Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- No state income tax in Florida
Why This Opportunity?This is a rare chance to lead and develop a pediatric kidney transplant program within a nationally recognized health system. If you are passionate about advancing transplant care and making a lasting impact on children and families, we encourage you to apply.
