Transplant Nephrologist

Why UPMC? Over the last 20 years, UPMC has ushered in a new era of health care excellence in Pittsburgh, western Pennsylvania, and locations around the world. UPMC has evolved from a single psychiatric hospital into a $20 billion integrated global health enterprise closely affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh. UPMC is consistently ranked as one of America’s Best Hospitals by U.S. News and World Report.

UPMC has an opportunity for a Transplant Nephrologist in the Kidney Transplant Program. Appointment in the Department of Medicine partnering with surgical colleagues in the Starzl Transplantation Institute (STI).

• Oversight and execution of medical aspects of pre- and post-transplantation care of kidney transplant candidates/recipients and living donors, both inpatient and outpatient. This would include direct involvement in the development of clinical protocols for the management of these patients pre- and post-transplant, and the monitoring of their outcomes.
• Coordination of multidisciplinary care of patients within Starzl Transplantation Institute.
• Active participation in the transplant specific Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives in accordance with all applicable CMS regulations and UNOS bylaws and policies
• Collaboration with Transplant Administration for a smooth operation of kidney transplant program including development of clinical workflows
• Ample opportunities for teaching and curriculum development for medical and surgical residents and fellows
• Strong mentorship opportunities for transplant related research with renowned clinical and basic science faculty
• Very collegial atmosphere

• Job Qualifications:
• ABIM board certified in Internal Medicine and in Nephrology
• Licensed to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
• Possess exceptional clinical knowledge and clinical acumen.
• Commitment to teaching, inpatient and ambulatory patient care