Pediatric Rheumatology Physician [Req#: 698770, Position#: 117985]

Description

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Department of Pediatrics, is seeking an outstanding individual for the Pediatric Rheumatology Division at UT Southwestern in collaboration with Scottish Rite Hospital and Children’s Health.

The mission of the Division is to: 1) provide outstanding care for children with rheumatic disease, 2) foster the inquiry and discovery of new knowledge to advance the field and improve patient outcomes, 3) develop the next generation of Pediatric Rheumatology leaders, 4) promote compassionate advocacy for children with rheumatic disease, and 5) cultivate a healthy, thriving team culture.

The ideal candidate should have outstanding clinical skills and will provide clinical care in the inpatient and outpatient settings. The ideal candidate should also have superb teaching skills and will contribute to the education of fellows, through our accredited fellowship program, as well as pediatric residents and medical students.

The Division consists of 4 faculty and has continuously trained fellows from all over the world for more than 20 years. Clinical activities of the Division are conducted at Scottish Rite Hospital and Children’s Health where we strive to provide the highest quality of comprehensive care to large, diverse population of patients with pediatric rheumatic disease. The multidisciplinary team at Scottish Rite Hospital includes nurses, two pediatric nurse practitioners, physical and occupational therapists, a psychologist, and dietitian. The Division is actively involved in both translation and clinical research endeavors directed toward improving pathophysiologic understanding, treatment options and outcomes in a variety of pediatric rheumatic diseases.

Applicants must be eligible for medical licensure in the state of Texas and be board eligible or certified in Pediatric division 

Potential candidates should apply online at https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/ (search for Job #698770) and upload a curriculum vitae and a letter of interest. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community.  As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.

To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/