Pediatric Genetics Physician - Charlotte, NC

About the role

The Pediatric Genetics and Metabolism Division at Atrium Health Levine Children's Hospital comprises 5 physicians, 1 advanced practice provider, 8 genetic counselors, 2 metabolic dietitians, and a metabolic nurse. The team provides multidisciplinary care for all genetic and metabolic conditions in pediatric and adult patients (except adult cancer), including congenital anomalies, genetic syndromes, inherited genetic and metabolic disorders, lysosomal storage diseases, mitochondrial disorders, neuromuscular conditions, cardiac genetic syndromes, connective tissue disorders, and inherited cancer syndromes affecting children. This is a full-time MD/DO position with outpatient genetics clinics, shared call, and inpatient consultation service.

Responsibilities

• Outpatient genetics clinics
• Shared call coverage
• Inpatient consultation service
• Participation in division-specific quality improvement plan
• Clinical programmatic development
• Participation in hospital, Department of Pediatrics, and system committees
• Faculty development (leadership, clinical, academic)
• Education of medical students, pediatric residents, and faculty

Requirements

• Board eligible or board certified in Clinical Genetics and Genomics
• Board certification and/or interest in Biochemical Genetics preferred
• Commitment to clinical excellence, education, and research development
• Demonstrated commitment to collegiality and the highest standards of professionalism

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs for eligible positions
• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k) options with employer contributions and access to financial wellness resources
• Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family support benefits, which may include parental leave, adoption assistance, and surrogacy support
• Educational assistance and professional development programs
• Paid medical liability insurance
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowances
• Relocation assistance

Location

Atrium Health Levine Children's Hospital, 1001 Blythe Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina. Charlotte is one of the nation's fastest-growing big cities, projected to increase in population 71% by 2030. The area features world-class entertainment, eclectic culinary experiences, abundant arts, musical, and cultural opportunities, and numerous professional sports teams (NFL Carolina Panthers, NBA Charlotte Hornets, MLS Charlotte FC, NASCAR, Carolina Knights baseball, Charlotte Checkers hockey). The U.S. National Whitewater Center offers world-class training facilities and year-round recreation. Excellent public and private schools and top-ranked colleges and universities serve the region, with easy access to the Blue Ridge Mountains, popular beaches, and a major airport with convenient proximity to other metropolitan areas.