Description
The University of Florida (UF) Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition is seeking a Pediatric Hepatologist to join as faculty in our collegial group. The candidate will be expected to provide outpatient and inpatient care with focus on pediatric liver diseases and transplant hepatology. The division and UF Shands Children’s Hospital is undergoing significant growth. The candidate(s) will help build, grow and run a Pediatric Liver Transplant Program. Based on data released in July 2024 by the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients (SRTR), the UF adult liver transplant program was No. 1 among liver transplant programs in the country. The division of Pediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology and Nutrition at University of Florida currently consists of 8 Pediatric Gastroenterologists, 1 Advanced Practice Provider, 3 Fellows (one per year in our well-established Fellowship program), 2 Dieticians as well as 4 dedicated GI nurses and extensive administrative support. Our program already has the support in place needed for an active Hepatology service, including 2 liver transplant nurse coordinators, social workers, and specialists including liver transplant surgery team, transplant immunology, infectious disease, hematology/oncology, psychology, pediatric radiology and interventional radiology, and pediatric anesthesia.
The division provides inpatient services at Shands Children’s Hospital. Our rapidly growing multidisciplinary clinics represent a strong and long-lasting collaboration with partners in pediatric surgery, ENT, pulmonary, and child psychology. The division has the distinction as a leader in providing outreach clinic services as well as telehealth services throughout the state of Florida. Additionally, UF Health Pediatrics has a history of educational excellence and promoting research interests. The faculty member(s) will contribute to an environment that advances the strong clinical, research, and educational missions of UF Health.
Candidates must be board certified/eligible in Pediatric Gastroenterology with additional training in Transplant Hepatology.
UF Health-Pediatrics
UF Health, the University of Florida’s academic health center, is the country’s only academic health center with six health-related colleges located on a single, contiguous campus. The colleges, major research centers and institutes, and clinical enterprise focus on building collaborative specialized clinical services centered on quality and innovation. The UF College of Medicine, the largest college within UF’s academic health center, is currently the highest-ranked medical school in Florida. UF Health Shands, UF Health’s private, not-for-profit hospital system, includes seven hospitals, a state-designated Level I trauma center, a Level IV neonatal intensive care unit, a regional burn center, and an emergency air and ground transport program.
The Department of Pediatrics clinical services are delivered at UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital, which was named one of the best Children’s Hospital in Florida in the 2023-24 U.S. News & World Report rankings. Nationally ranked in four pediatric specialties, UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital provides the full spectrum of pediatric specialty services and is among the top children’s hospitals in the Southeast US. UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital provides care for the children of Florida and is a major destination center for pediatric patients, both nationally and internationally, who require specialized attention for complex medical problems.
UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital represents the only quaternary-care academic pediatric center in North Florida. The children’s hospital has 208 beds, including fully-equipped pediatric and neonatal intensive care units. UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital is part of the Children's Miracle Network's alliance of premier hospitals for children.
The Department of Pediatrics is committed to fostering innovation and advancing discovery in the biomedical and psychosocial aspects of child health and human development, educating and training pediatric scientists, and directly translating basic scientific discoveries into new patient-oriented therapies. In the most recent fiscal year, the department was home to over $30.5M in sponsored research.
UF Health faculty work in multidisciplinary teams with researchers in the five other Health Science Center colleges, as well as those from across the University. The focus of team efforts is often grown out of the Centers and Institutes, including the Evelyn F. and William L. McKnight Brain Institute, the UF Genetics Institute, the Powell Gene Therapy Center, and the UF Health Cancer Center.
Gainesville, Florida
Gainesville, FL, is a vibrant city that offers a mix of culture, outdoor beauty, and a dynamic community atmosphere. The city, touted as one of the more affordable cost-of-living communities in Florida, is surrounded by stunning natural attractions like the Florida Museum of Natural History, Paynes Prairie Preserve, crystal clear freshwater springs, and several scenic parks, making it ideal for outdoor adventures. Gainesville also has a strong sense of community and is recognized for its festivals, farmer’s markets, and dining options downtown. The historic Hippodrome Theatre is the perfect place to indulge in live performances or independent films. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy many Division I NCAA sports. Go Gators!
Exceptional Benefits
Low-cost State Health Plans: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life and Disability Insurance
Generous Retirement Options to Secure Your Future
Comprehensive Paid Time Off Package (including 11 paid holidays, as well as paid family, sick, and vacation leave)
Exceptional Personal and Professional Development Opportunities
Tuition Assistance (UF Employee Education Program)
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
Requirements
Applicants must have an M.D degree or equivalent, be licensed/eligible for licensure in the state of Florida, and be board certified/eligible in Pediatric Gastroenterology with additional training in Transplant Hepatology.
