What are the responsibilities and job description for the Asst/Assoc/Professor - Pediatric Nephrologist position at Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr?
As the Department of Pediatrics at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, we strive to provide the highest standard of medical care for pediatric patients from birth through adolescence, encompassing primary, subspecialty, and tertiary care. We serve as an advocate for pediatric health issues affecting the infants, children, and adolescents of our region and state.
Rank of Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor and applicable salary are dependent upon candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Rank of Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor and applicable salary are dependent upon candidate’s qualifications and experience.
- Conducts and documents comprehensive initial and ongoing physical examinations based on age and diagnosis.
- Utilizes evidence and patient data to develop, implement, and evaluate the patient plan of care, including ordering and interpreting laboratory, radiology, and other diagnostic studies/results.
- Provides relevant management, referrals, counseling, and education to patients, families and caregivers related to current care and preventive health measures.
- Participates in department quality related initiatives and staff meetings to improve clinical and system practice performance.
- Participates in teaching/training of medical students and residents.
- Collaborates in research projects and protocols.
- MD, DO or MBBS
- Completion of a Pediatric Residency.
- Completion of, or in the process of completing, a Fellowship in Pediatric Nephrology.
- Completion of the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 3.