Chief of Pediatric Rheumatology

About the role

Nemours Children’s Health is seeking a Chief of Pediatric Rheumatology in Jacksonville, Florida. The Chief will lead strategic planning, faculty development, and ensure high-quality, patient- and family-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic direction, growth, and operational oversight of the Pediatric Rheumatology Division
• Recruit, mentor and evaluate physicians and advanced practice providers
• Participate in departmental leadership meetings and hospital initiatives
• Develop and implement policies, clinical pathways and performance improvement plans
• Provide expert diagnosis and management of pediatric patients with rheumatic diseases
• Oversee inpatient and outpatient rheumatology services
• Foster multidisciplinary collaboration with other pediatric subspecialists, nursing, rehabilitation and social services

Qualifications

• MD or DO
• Board certified in specialty
• Eligible for unrestricted Florida medical license and DEA
• Minimum 5 years of experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team

What We Offer

• No state income tax in Florida
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits: health, life, dental, vision
• Mortgage assistance, relocation packages and 403B with employer match, 457 retirement savings plans
• PAS2026

About Us

Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized pediatric health system serving more than 1.7 million patient encounters each year. We deliver care across six states through two freestanding children’s hospitals — Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida — along with a network of more than 80 primary, urgent, and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospital partnerships. Backed by the Nemours Foundation and Alfred I. duPont Trust, our $1.7B nonprofit system is dedicated to improving children's health through clinical care, research, education, advocacy, and prevention. Our Whole Child Health approach focuses equally on prevention and treatment, partnering with communities to help every child thrive. Inclusion and belonging guide our strategy and growth. We are committed to culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and fostering an environment where every associate, patient, and family feels supported and valued.

About The Team

At Nemours Children’s, our providers and associates work together across specialties, clinics and hospitals, to give children care that's among the safest, most caring and compassionate. As part of a pediatric health system with both clinical and academic partnerships, we are 100% focused on ensuring a healthier future for children. We strive for excellent outcomes across all of our medical and surgical specialties - and we measure these outcomes in order to provide consistent, top-rated care. We aspire to build a workforce of providers that support the needs of the communities we serve and create a sense of belonging for our patients and families.

Nemours Children’s Health, Jacksonville

Our colleagues at Nemours Children’s Health, Jacksonville, work with Wolfson Children’s Hospital, University of Florida College of Medicine-Jacksonville, UF Health/Shands Hospital and Mayo Clinic Florida to provide life-changing care for kids, newborns to age 18, with common and complex conditions. Our Medical, Academic And Research Collaborations Mean World-renowned Treatments Are Available To Children And Families Of Northeast Florida. In Addition To Board-certified Pediatric Specialists Selected As Some Of The “Best Doctors In America®” Year After Year, Families Choose Us For Pediatric programs recognized among the best in the country (Neurology and Neurosurgery, and Cancer, U.S. News & World Report)One of only two pediatric cancer programs in the country recognized for outstanding achievement by the American College of SurgeonsAmong a select blood and bone marrow transplant programs accredited by the Foundation for Accreditation of Cellular Therapies (FACT)Nationally-accredited Cystic Fibrosis Care CenterCertified Center of Excellence by the American Diabetes Association (ADA)Leading-edge procedures, including cochlear implants and urologic robotic surgery in the tiniest newborns

About Jacksonville

Living in Jacksonville, Florida, offers a dynamic blend of urban amenities and coastal charm. As the largest city by area in the contiguous US, Jacksonville provides diverse neighborhoods, ranging from historic districts to modern developments. Residents enjoy an array of outdoor activities with miles of beaches, rivers and parks for boating, fishing and hiking. The city is known for its cultural scene, including museums, theaters, and annual events like the Jacksonville Jazz Festival. With a growing economy and a welcoming community, Jacksonville provides a vibrant lifestyle with a laid-back Southern atmosphere.