Diabetes Center Director

Nationwide Children's Hospital • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

The Division of Pediatric Endocrinology at Nationwide Children's Hospital and the Department of Pediatrics at The Ohio State University College of Medicine seeks a Pediatric Endocrinologist with expertise in diabetes mellitus to lead and develop its diabetes program toward national prominence. This is a leadership position and an endowed chair for diabetes mellitus research and clinical care.

The Division has multidisciplinary programs in Type 1, Type 2, and Type 3c (pancreatogenic) diabetes; total pancreatectomy with islet autotransplantation; and transition to adult diabetes care. It also has quality improvement and translational research infrastructures. The Division provides care for a broad range of endocrine disorders and maintains additional multidisciplinary and interdivisional programs.

The role provides medical care and treatment to patients, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, monitoring, diagnostic testing, patient and family education, recordkeeping, and care coordination. It also participates in the education of medical students, residents, and fellows and keeps current with medical advancements and research.

Requirements

• Completion of a fellowship in Pediatric Endocrinology.
• Board certification in Pediatric Endocrinology.
• Doctor of Medicine or equivalent Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree.
• Graduation from an approved fellowship program, if applicable.
• Medical license in the State of Ohio.
• Unrestricted physician license.
• Board certification or eligibility in Pediatrics.
• Excellent clinical skills.
• Administrative and leadership experience.
• Commitment to teaching and advocacy.

Nice To Haves

• An innovative research program with high-impact publications and extramural research funding.
• Prior clinical practice experience may be required based on the needs of the division.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and diagnose medical conditions.
• Develop and implement treatment plans in accordance with established protocols; monitor patient progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests to support diagnosis and treatment.
• Communicate with patients and families to provide education and support.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date medical records and coordinate care with other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in training and education of medical students, residents, and fellows as required.
• Stay current with medical advancements and research to provide the best possible care.
• Develop the diabetes program toward national prominence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree