Medical Director – Pediatric Kidney Transplant Program

Medical Director – Pediatric Kidney Transplant Program

Location: Orlando, Florida
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We 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.