Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta (Children’s) and Emory University School of Medicine (Emory) Department of Pediatrics are seeking a visionary and collaborative physician leader with a strong clinical and academic foundation to serve as Division Chief, Nephrology. The Division Chief will serve as the primary physician leader for Nephrology for the Children’s health care network providing strategic leadership and oversight for quality, safety, and clinical operations. They will guide the design of care delivery advancing care consistency, efficiency, and a culture of excellence in Nephrology. This leader will be dedicated to the implementation of professional and clinical care standards, team-based care driven by evidence-based care guidelines and mutual accountability. As the leader of the Division, they will be responsible for clinical program development, faculty recruitment, workforce development, the growth and advancement of research, scholarly activity, and educational excellence of the trainees within the Division. This leader will continue to improve education/training and sustain a strong commitment to leading Division research efforts. The successful candidate will be an outstanding clinical and academic leader with demonstrated ability to set a vision, position the team to execute, effectively inspire, manage, and mentor others. They will be an individual who has a passion for providing outstanding care, scholarly work, a desire to improve systems and processes to maximize efficiency. The Division Chief will be a leader that demonstrates the collaborative ability to work well with multiple partners and stakeholders. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced physician leader to live and work in a desirable, advanced healthcare market, develop trainees in a complex care environment and lead a nationally recognized Nephrology into the future. The Division Chief is responsible for the Nephrology delivery model design and clinical operations across the enterprise. They will oversee the strategic leadership of the division with the development of faculty, fellows and trainees, academic excellence and increasing research and scholarly activity. This leader will advance a culture of excellence, accountability, and care innovation. They will be dedicated to performance measures by providing the highest quality patient care and clinical care standards driven by patient safety and regulatory requirements, clinical outcomes monitoring, and patient and family experience expectations. They will continue to raise the bar with contemporary training programs, mentorship platforms, clinical delivery, service, and a strong commitment to research efforts.   It is anticipated that the Division Chief will be a visible, inspiring leader with a clinical practice presence to foster credibility and to develop an appreciation for division operations and its providers. Furthermore, a clinical presence will allow this leader to identify potential solutions and see the impact of these initiatives. This position requires an individual who has a passion for providing outstanding care, a desire to improve systems to maximize efficiency, the leadership to engage physicians in team-based care and an enduring commitment to providing an environment conducive to maximizing education and scholarly work. This Division Chief will craft the long-term vision for Nephrology at Children’s and Emory while advancing the key mission areas to engage and inspire the faculty to reach these goals while holding the team accountable.   Expectations of Leadership Together, Children’s and Emory strive to be recognized as a preeminent pediatric Nephrology in advancing clinical, educational, and scholarly activities with the goal of being a top tier program in all areas. To that end, the Division Chief will have made significant progress in the following areas within the first 18 to 24 months of their tenure: • Establish themselves as a credible, trusted and highly collaborative clinical team leader among the medical staff and administrative leaders at Children’s and Emory through performance as a clinician and a physician leader. It is essential this leader be visible and gain credibility quickly. • Evaluate the current clinical operations model, provide recommendations working with administration to improve system performance, quality, service excellence, family experience and more efficient ways to meet patient care needs. Consistent performance of care delivery and clinical outcomes will be achieved. • Define vision and strategies in alignment with Children’s, program development, identifying which services are offered, identifying optimal distribution of services, resource prioritization, and routinely assessing the needs of the Nephrology program, balancing missions of patient care, research, and teaching. • Prepare the Division's delivery model, resources and workforce plan required for the opening of Arthur M. Blank Hospital in 2025 which will include a larger pediatric care footprint. • Establish a “team care” culture within all aspects of Children’s services and initiatives strengthening the partnership of physicians, advanced practice professionals, allied health professionals and staff in delivering outstanding patient centered care. • Advance clear communication channels with staff within the division, leaders, campus medical/surgical directors, and program medical directors resulting in alignment, trust, accountability, and collaborative working relationships in the pursuit of inter-divisional collaboration and esprit de corps. • Consistently improve the timeliness and efficiency of patient evaluation and admitting procedures to optimize patient care throughput across the enterprise. • Maintain a high level of scholarly achievement, with an increase in clinical research, publications, and national presence. • Continue to invest in the effective recruitment of fellows and attending physicians, set a favorable tone regarding programmatic strengths and stature, and ensure that we continue to attract the highest caliber trainees. • Create professional development plans for individual faculty providing access to mentorship and alignment to key mission areas. Focus on the retention and development of attending physicians.   Principal Duties and Responsibilities Clinical • Oversees the delivery of clinical services in the Division’s areas of practice and develop resources (including personnel and programs) related to these services in conjunction with the respective clinical directors or hospital administrators. • Assures appropriate and continuous coverage of inpatient, outpatient, and consultative services at all relevant clinical sites. • Assures participation of Division personnel in quality improvement, safety, and patient satisfaction initiatives. • Builds a high quality, well-developed network of cohesive physician providers. Foster positive relationships with other clinicians including community and referring providers. • Assures compliance with all relevant Department, clinic, and hospital policies and procedures. Assures compliance with all medical records documentation requirements and appropriate billing procedures. • Ensures that the Division is responsive to the needs of those it serves clinically (patients, families, referring physicians, other divisions/ departments, etc.). • Assumes responsibility for faculty members achieving their productivity targets.   Administrative • Fosters a collegial environment that supports the successful recruitment, retention, and development of outstanding faculty and staff. • Defines and communicates expectations for faculty members, providing them with the support they need to meet them, and review their performance in individual meetings at least annually using the Career Development Conference Report. Understands the University promotion and tenure process and its requirements and mentor faculty members—or arrange mentoring—accordingly. • Assigns clinical, administrative, educational, service, and research roles to the faculty in ways that promote the division and department while bearing responsibility for Divisional productivity and academic performance. • Fosters excellent communication, teamwork, and cooperation in carrying out the scholarly, educational, and clinical missions of the Division and the Department. • Provides adequate Divisional infrastructure for faculty and staff to carry out their responsibilities. • Demonstrates accountability for financial performance and stewardship of resources. Develops case for support to achieve fundraising targets and collaborates with business partners to drive optimum financial performance and viability. • Develops and manage the Divisional budget effectively, productively, equitably, and efficiently to support the missions of the Division and the Department. • Identifies initiatives and priorities and allocates resources to advance these initiatives. • Supports faculty in attracting, leveraging, and retaining sponsored research and grant dollars. • Manages the Division’s capital assets, including both current assets and plans for replacement and renewal.   Research • Encourages, guides, and supports a comprehensive vision for research activities across the enterprise. Develops the goals and the structure necessary to reach the vision. • Ensures responsible and compliant conduct of research. • Seeks to optimize both the research synergies between Divisional faculty and the research activities elsewhere within Emory. • Fosters cooperative and interdisciplinary research activities with other divisions, departments, and schools and with community physicians. • Supports faculty in attracting, leveraging, and retaining sponsored research and grant dollars. • Supports and promotes a research environment that involves trainees (including students, residents, fellows, advanced practice providers) and attendings. • Assist the organization in ensuring mechanisms are implemented to meet external regulations regarding research program compliance. • Oversees and manages the research funds, equipment, facilities, and personnel assigned to the Division or its investigators. The effectiveness of the Division’s research programs would be demonstrated by regular publications in top peer review journals, by presentations in notable scientific meetings, and by substantial and growing extramural funding. • Grows philanthropy to support the generation of research dollars. Teaching/Education • Ensures the Department of Pediatrics maintains the highest standard in training medical students, residents, and fellows. • Creates, supports, facilitates, and implements the educational programs of the Division, including curricula for medical student, resident, and fellow training; and for graduate and postdoctoral training-- to satisfy or exceed national and accreditation standards. • Develops a collaborative vision, with a track record for successfully implementing new initiatives that meet the challenges of academic medicine and clinical care. • Ensures academic programs meet external regulations and accrediting standards. • Builds collaborative partnerships within Children’s, Department of Pediatrics and across Emory to achieve top performance. Works harmoniously with others to ensure efficient and high-quality health care and other services. • Establishes governance mechanisms that ensure participation in the academic affairs of Children’s and Emory. Holds regular meetings to fully involve members in the organization and executive leadership. Communicates key departmental, university, medical group, and hospital information to executive leadership. • Provides leadership at the local, regional, state, national and international levels in clinical and academic matters. • Conducts Divisional and programmatic reviews and appropriately assign faculty to carry out the educational programs. • Evaluates the performance of faculty, students, and graduates ensuring that goals and professional standards are met or exceeded. • Serves as a role model and mentor for Division faculty members or assures that other appropriate mentoring is provided for everyone.   Child Advocacy • Develops and communicates a vision and overall direction for pediatric health that aligns all entities across Children’s. Presents pediatric health strategy and updates to Children’s & Emory’s Executive Teams, and Boards of Trustees as appropriate. • Serves as a physician champion and leader for the provision of quality healthcare and clinical performance excellence. • Ensures consistent standards of practice in all practice locations. Leads in identifying mechanisms to meet external regulations around quality of care and service. • Takes initiative to identify, conceive, implement, evaluate, and refine new methods of health care delivery, especially wellness/preventative medicine initiatives that will impact the organization and community. • Guides ongoing and emerging priorities and works with faculty and leaders to develop a vision that encompasses other areas of growth. • Partners in fundraising endeavors, contributing to new and existing partnerships and philanthropic opportunities. • Facilitates growth to meet the demands and needs of Metro Atlanta and other communities in Georgia and supports the expansion of regional networks and partnerships. Helps Children’s achieve the right balance between acting locally and having the horsepower and responsibility to achieve globally.   Candidate Qualifications The ideal candidate will have the following credentials: Education • Doctor of Medicine (MD/DO) from an accredited school of medicine; Board Certification as a Pediatric Nephrologist and eligibility for licensure in Georgia. • Completion of three-year fellowship in pediatric nephrology from an ACGME accredited program • Meet eligibility requirements for credentialing as part of Children’s professional staff.   Experience and Skills • An experienced academic and operational leader with vision, enthusiasm, executive presence with a track record as a unifier. Can successfully galvanize a group to one vision. • Significant clinical experience and clinical operations/management experience with the capacity to align/engage physicians and clinicians. • Clinical experience with 5-10 years of administrative or leadership experience in a pediatric hospital or health care setting. • Passion for patient care and service that permeates through the team including the ability to lead service improvement efforts by example. • National reputation of excellence in clinical care and/or education and research, gained within an advanced and highly complex market. • Experience building and maintaining partnerships between clinical and non-clinical stakeholders.   Personal Characteristics • A transformational and strategic leader who can establish an inspiring vision, who is committed to growing and developing clinicians, faculty, staff, and trainees, achieving prestige through the success of the program and its members rather than primarily through his or her own clinical and research work. • Continually demonstrates excellence in all communications with high energy, enthusiasm, and a professional demeanor. Clearly conveys information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message. • A confident manager with business skills who knows how to achieve challenging performance goals in complex, evolving environments, including balancing his or her own strengths and weaknesses with complementary associates. • A mentor with strong coaching skills to nurture the development of team members. • A teacher who enjoys interchange with students, residents, and faculty. • An individual of the highest integrity with high levels of energy, maturity, and flexibility and a reputation for fairness and idealism. • An approachable and enthusiastic leader who is accessible and visible and who can engage the community for philanthropic support. • Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; compares data from different sources to draw conclusions; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or develop appropriate solutions; takes action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences. • Maintains advanced knowledge of medicine, healthcare, and the functions over which this position provides senior-level leadership. • Broad, visionary thinker. Keeps the organization’s vision and values at the forefront of decision making and action, while proactively seeking opportunities with medical staff to lead process improvement in a positive, collaborative manner.   Children’s Division of Pediatric Nephrology In 2023, Children’s performed 24 kidney transplants, and followed approximately 210 kidney transplant recipients. Children’s also currently follows 44 chronic dialysis patients. Children’s has dedicated clinics for kidney transplantation, peritoneal dialysis, lupus (with rheumatology), hypertension, transition of kidney transplant patients, and chronic kidney disease. Our ACGME accredited fellowship program was founded in 2007 and we currently have six fellows. Since 2006, our program has grown from two faculty and one APP to 13 faculty and six APPs. We offer excellent opportunities for clinical research utilizing our NIH funded Pediatric Research Center within Children’s. There are cores for processing and storage of patient samples, grant writing, and statistical support. Our division has over 40 IRB approved protocols and six full-time research coordinators. Children’s and Emory have one of the most active pediatric nephrology clinical research programs in the United States. About Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta The mission of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. Across three hospitals, eight urgent care locations and 13 telemedicine sites, we manage more than 1.2 million patient visits each year from 444,000 unique patients. More than 2,300 pediatric physicians provide care across 60 pediatric specialties with support from 12,700 staff and 10,000 volunteers. In addition to fulfilling our role as the community’s trusted source for pediatric healthcare, we conduct groundbreaking research to discover new cures and train and attract some of the best pediatric physicians in the world. Our dedication to caring for our community’s children has garnered national recognition and secured our reputation as one of the best pediatric healthcare systems in the United States. We are ranked as one of the top pediatric hospitals in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, have earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval by upholding national standards for healthcare quality and safety, and have achieved Magnet® recognition for our dedication to nursing excellence. Children’s is also the trusted safety net for all of Georgia’s kids. We serve children from all 159 Georgia countries and beyond. Our patients come from more diverse backgrounds than any other provider in the state. We serve as a bridge to our state’s rural communities and hospitals through transfer agreements and telemedicine sites throughout rural Georgia. Every child we serve has access to some of the best pediatric healthcare available, regardless of their ability to pay. This is only possible through the loyal support of our donors. Children’s is one of the most respected pediatric healthcare providers in the United States. Children’s offers access to more than 60 pediatric specialties and programs and is ranked among the top children’s hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report. With generous philanthropic and volunteer support, Children’s has impacted the lives of children in Georgia, the United States, and throughout the world for more than 100 years. This is a moment of unprecedented opportunity for Children’s and for the patients and families we serve. In preparation for our next chapter, the dedicated leadership at Children’s has extensively studied growing patient care complexities, current capacity constraints, the breadth and depth of our current and growing reach, and the need for better healthcare access, and forged a bold plan for the future of Children’s. We have begun construction on a hospital campus that will replace our aging Egleston hospital and will transform pediatric healthcare for generations to come. Opening in September 2024, the Arthur M. Blank Hospital will have 446 beds, and will be a full- service facility for inpatient medical care. The hospital will consolidate some high-acuity programs to one location.   The North Druid Hills campus will serve as the breeding ground for expanded research innovations. The hospital, Clinic Building, and the Center for Advanced Pediatrics will include space to accommodate increased Children’s-led clinical research studies and trials, giving patients access to investigative drugs, procedures, and devices. Because of unparalleled patient volumes, Children’s can conduct more clinical trials than our peer institutions, drastically reducing the time between discovery and treatment. For more information on Children’s please visit www.choa.org.   Procedure for Candidacy Qualified applicants should apply online. Questions may be directed to Mark Lotz, Children’s Director of Executive and Physician Recruiting, via email at mark.lotz@choa.org.mark.lotz@choa.org.   Additional Information Employment will be through the Emory + Children's Pediatric Institute. The Emory + Children’s Pediatric Institute is an affiliation between Emory University and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta that is improving the lives of children in Georgia and beyond. The Pediatric Institute combines the unique strengths and resources of each institution in support of our three-part academic missions of providing outstanding clinical care, conducting innovative basic science discovery and clinical research, and coordinating exceptional education of the future healthcare workforce. Our physicians, researchers, and educators have created a model where leadership, commitment and quality are fundamental components of success. Together, we are transforming pediatrics by achieving new levels of clinical excellence—driven by research, teaching and wellness. We look forward to our future together.

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta (Children’s) in partnership with Emory University Departments of Anesthesiology and Pediatrics are seeking a visionary and collaborative physician leader with a strong clinical and academic foundation and academic experience to serve as Division Chief, Anesthesiology. The Division Chief will serve as the primary physician leader for Anesthesiology and Pain Management for the Children’s health care system as well as the academic Division Chief for Pediatric Anesthesiology for the Department of Anesthesiology of the Emory University School of Medicine. The Division Chief will provide strategic leadership and oversight for quality, safety, and clinical operations. He/She will guide the design of care delivery advancing care consistency, efficiency, and a culture of excellence in the Division. This leader will be dedicated to the implementation of professional and clinical care standards, team-based care driven by evidence-based care guidelines and mutual accountability. The Division includes 65 physicians, more than 90 anesthetists and over 25 Nurse Practitioners who serve patients at the Egleston and Scottish Rite Hospital locations as well as 2 ambulatory surgery centers (Meridian Mark, Satellite Boulevard) and Center for Advanced Pediatrics (CAP). As the leader of the Division, he/she will be responsible for clinical program development, faculty recruitment, workforce development, the growth and advancement of research, scholarly activity, and educational excellence of the trainees within the Division. This leader will continue to improve education/training and sustain a strong commitment to leading Division research efforts. A full appointment at the appropriate academic level will be included in the Departments of Anesthesiology and Pediatrics of the Emory University School of Medicine   The successful candidate will be an outstanding clinical and academic leader with demonstrated ability to set a vision, position the team to execute, effectively inspire, manage, and mentor others. He/She will be an individual who has a passion for providing outstanding care, scholarly work, and a desire to improve systems and processes to maximize efficiency. The Division Chief will be a leader that demonstrates the collaborative ability to work well with multiple partners and stakeholders. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced physician leader to live and work in a desirable, advanced healthcare market, develop trainees in a complex care environment and lead a nationally recognized Anesthesiology and Pain Management program into the future.   The Division Chief is responsible for the Anesthesiology and Pain Management delivery model design and clinical operations across the enterprise. He/She will oversee the strategic leadership of the division with the development of faculty, fellows and trainees, academic excellence and increasing research and scholarly activity.   This leader will advance a culture of excellence, accountability, and care innovation. He/She will be dedicated to performance measures by providing the highest quality patient care and clinical care standards driven by patient safety and regulatory requirements, clinical outcomes monitoring, and patient and family experience expectations.   This leader will continue to raise the bar with contemporary training programs, mentorship platforms, clinical delivery, service, and a strong commitment to research efforts.   It is anticipated that the Division Chief will be a visible, inspiring leader with a clinical practice presence to foster credibility and to develop an appreciation for division operations and its providers. Furthermore, a clinical presence will allow this leader to identify potential solutions and see the impact of these initiatives. This position requires an individual who has a passion for providing outstanding care, a desire to improve systems to maximize efficiency, the leadership to engage physicians in team-based care and an enduring commitment to providing an environment conducive to maximizing education and scholarly work. This Division Chief will craft the long-term vision for Anesthesiology and Pain Management at Children’s and Emory while advancing the key mission areas to engage and inspire the faculty to reach these goals while holding the team accountable.   Principal Duties and Responsibilities Clinical • Oversees the delivery of clinical services in the Division’s areas of practice and develop resources (including personnel and programs) related to these services in conjunction with the respective clinical directors or hospital administrators. • Assures appropriate and continuous coverage of inpatient, outpatient, and consultative services at all relevant clinical sites. • Assures participation of Division personnel in quality improvement, safety, and patient satisfaction initiatives. • Builds a high quality, well-developed network of cohesive physician providers. Fosters positive relationships with other clinicians including community and referring providers. • Assures compliance with all relevant Department, clinic, and hospital policies and procedures. Assures compliance with all medical records documentation requirements and appropriate billing procedures. • Ensures that the Division is responsive to the needs of those it serves clinically (patients, families, referring physicians, other divisions/ departments, etc.). • Assumes responsibility for faculty members achieving their productivity targets. Leadership • Fosters a collegial environment that supports the successful recruitment, retention, and development of outstanding physicians, faculty and staff. • Defines and communicates expectations for physicians and faculty members, providing them with the support he/she need to meet them, and review their performance in individual meetings at least annually using the Career Development Conference Report or Children’s Performance Review. Understands the Emory University promotion and tenure process and its requirements and mentors faculty members—or arrange mentoring—accordingly. • Assigns clinical, administrative, educational, service, research, and teaching roles to the physicians and faculty in ways that promote the division and department while bearing responsibility for Divisional productivity and academic performance. • Fosters excellent communication, teamwork, and cooperation in carrying out the scholarly, educational, and clinical missions of the Division and the Department. • Provides adequate Divisional infrastructure for faculty and staff to carry out their responsibilities. • Demonstrates accountability for financial performance and stewardship of resources. Develops case for support to achieve fundraising targets and collaborates with business partners to drive optimum financial performance and viability. • Develops and manages the Divisional budget effectively, productively, equitably, and efficiently to support the missions of the Division and the Department. • Identifies initiatives and priorities and allocates resources to advance these initiatives. • Supports faculty in attracting, leveraging, and retaining sponsored research and grant dollars. • Manages the Division’s capital assets, including both current assets and plans for replacement and/or renewal. Research • Encourages, guides, and supports a comprehensive vision for research activities across the enterprise. Develops the goals and the structure necessary to reach the vision. • Ensures responsible and compliant conduct of research. • Seeks to optimize both the research synergies between Divisional faculty and the research activities elsewhere within Emory. • Fosters cooperative and interdisciplinary research activities with other divisions, departments, and schools and with community physicians. • Supports faculty in attracting, leveraging, and retaining sponsored research and grant dollars. • Supports and promotes a research environment that involves trainees (including students, residents, fellows, advanced practice providers) and attendings. • Assist the organization in ensuring mechanisms are implemented to meet external regulations regarding research program compliance. • Ensures oversight and management of the research funds, equipment, facilities, and personnel assigned to the Division or its investigators. The effectiveness of the Division’s research programs would be demonstrated by regular publications in top peer review journals, by presentations in notable scientific meetings, and by substantial and growing extramural funding. • Grows philanthropy to support the generation of research dollars. Teaching/Education • Ensures the Department of Pediatrics maintains the highest standard in training medical students, residents, and fellows. • Creates, supports, facilitates, and implements the educational programs of the Division, including curricula for medical student, resident, fellow, and anesthetist training; and for graduate and postdoctoral training-- to satisfy or exceed national and accreditation standards. Ensures ongoing recruitment for the pediatric anesthesia fellowship programs. • Ensures academic programs meet external regulations and accrediting standards. • Conducts Divisional and programmatic reviews and appropriately assigns faculty to carry out the educational programs. Designates qualified faculty to serve as program directors, assistant program directors, core faculty, and members of required committees of ACGME-accredited resident and fellowship training programs. • Evaluates the performance of faculty, students, and graduates ensuring that goals and professional standards are met or exceeded. Quality • Develops and communicates a vision and overall direction for pediatric health that aligns all entities across Children’s. Presents pediatric health strategy and updates to Children’s & Emory’s Executive Teams, and Boards of Trustees as appropriate. • Serves as a physician champion and leader for the provision and monitoring of quality healthcare and clinical performance excellence. • Ensures consistent standards of practice in all practice locations. Leads in identifying mechanisms to meet external regulations around quality of care and service. • Takes initiative to identify, conceive, implement, evaluate, and refine new methods of health care delivery, especially wellness/preventative medicine initiatives that will impact the organization and community. • Guides ongoing and emerging priorities and works with faculty and leaders to develop a vision that encompasses other areas of growth. • Partners in fundraising endeavors, contributing to new and existing partnerships and philanthropic opportunities. • Facilitates growth to meet the demands and needs of Metro Atlanta and other communities in Georgia and supports the expansion of regional networks and partnerships. Helps Children’s achieve the right balance between acting locally and having the horsepower and responsibility to achieve globally.   Candidate Qualifications The ideal candidate will have the following credentials: Education • Doctor of Medicine (MD/DO) from an accredited school of medicine; Board Certification in Pediatric Anesthesiology by the American Board of Anesthesiology and eligible for licensure in Georgia. • Meet eligibility requirements for credentialing as part of Children’s professional staff. • An advanced degree in Business, Health Administration, Public Health and/or PhD is a plus. Experience and Skills • An experienced academic and operational leader with vision, enthusiasm, executive presence with a track record as a unifier. Can successfully galvanize a group to one vision. • Significant clinical experience and clinical operations/management experience with the capacity to align/engage physicians and clinicians. • Clinical experience with 5-10 years of administrative or leadership experience in a pediatric hospital or health care setting. • Passion for patient care and service that permeates through the team including the ability to lead service improvement efforts by example. • National reputation of excellence in clinical care and/or education and research, gained within an advanced and highly complex market. • Experience building and maintaining partnerships between clinical and non-clinical stakeholders.   Personal Characteristics • A transformational and strategic leader who can establish an inspiring vision, who is committed to growing and developing clinicians, faculty, staff, and trainees, achieving prestige through the success of the program and its members rather than primarily through his or her own clinical and research work. • Continually demonstrates excellence in all communications with high energy, enthusiasm, and a professional demeanor. Clearly conveys information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message. • A confident manager with business skills who knows how to achieve challenging performance goals in complex, evolving environments, including balancing his or her own strengths and weaknesses with complementary associates. • A mentor with strong coaching skills to nurture the development of team members. • A teacher who enjoys interchange with students, residents, and faculty. • An individual of the highest integrity with high levels of energy, maturity, and flexibility and a reputation for fairness and idealism. • An approachable and enthusiastic leader who is accessible and visible and who can engage the community for philanthropic support. • Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; compares data from different sources to draw conclusions; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or develop appropriate solutions; takes action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences. • Maintains advanced knowledge of medicine, healthcare, and the functions over which this position provides senior-level leadership. • Broad, visionary thinker. Keeps the organization’s vision and values at the forefront of decision making and action, while proactively seeking opportunities with medical staff to lead process improvement in a positive, collaborative manner.   About Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta The mission of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. Across three hospitals, eight urgent care locations and 13 telemedicine sites, we manage more than 1.2 million patient visits each year from 444,000 unique patients. More than 2,300 pediatric physicians provide care across 60 pediatric specialties with support from 12,700 staff and 10,000 volunteers. In addition to fulfilling our role as the community’s trusted source for pediatric healthcare, we conduct groundbreaking research to discover new cures and train and attract some of the best pediatric physicians in the world. Our dedication to caring for our community’s children has garnered national recognition and secured our reputation as one of the best pediatric healthcare systems in the United States. We are ranked as one of the top pediatric hospitals in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, have earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval by upholding national standards for healthcare quality and safety, and have achieved Magnet® recognition for our dedication to nursing excellence. Children’s is also the trusted safety net for all of Georgia’s kids. We serve children from all 159 Georgia countries and beyond. Our patients come from more diverse backgrounds than any other provider in the state. We serve as a bridge to our state’s rural communities and hospitals through transfer agreements and telemedicine sites throughout rural Georgia. Every child we serve has access to some of the best pediatric healthcare available, regardless of their ability to pay. This is only possible through the loyal support of our donors. Children’s is one of the most respected pediatric healthcare providers in the United States. Children’s offers access to more than 60 pediatric specialties and programs and is ranked among the top children’s hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report. With generous philanthropic and volunteer support, Children’s has impacted the lives of children in Georgia, the United States, and throughout the world for more than 100 years. This is a moment of unprecedented opportunity for Children’s and for the patients and families we serve. In preparation for our next chapter, the dedicated leadership at Children’s has extensively studied growing patient care complexities, current capacity constraints, the breadth and depth of our current and growing reach, and the need for better healthcare access, and forged a bold plan for the future of Children’s. We have begun construction on a hospital campus that will replace our aging Egleston hospital and will transform pediatric healthcare for generations to come. Opening in September 2024, the Arthur M. Blank Hospital will have 446 beds, and will be a full- service facility for inpatient medical care. The hospital will consolidate some high-acuity programs to one location. Rendering of the Arthur M. Blank Hospital, scheduled to open in September 2024. The North Druid Hills campus will serve as the breeding ground for expanded research innovations. The hospital, Clinic Building, and the Center for Advanced Pediatrics will include space to accommodate increased Children’s-led clinical research studies and trials, giving patients access to investigative drugs, procedures, and devices. Because of unparalleled patient volumes, Children’s can conduct more clinical trials than our peer institutions, drastically reducing the time between discovery and treatment. For more information on Children’s please visit www.choa.org.   About Emory Department of Anesthesiology The Emory University School of Medicine Department of Anesthesiology is one of the nation’s largest academic anesthesiology departments. Our faculty members work in hospitals, clinics, classrooms, labs, and research centers to improve lives today and for the next generation. The Department of Anesthesiology Faculty work throughout the Emory Healthcare system at Emory University Hospital, Emory University Hospital Midtown, Grady Memorial Hospital, The Veteran Administration Medical Center, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and consist of multiple clinical divisions including Pain Management, the ECMO Center, Critical Care Medicine, Cardiac Anesthesiology, General and Transplant Anesthesiology, Perioperative Medicine, Surgical Specialties, Obstetrics, Pediatric Anesthesiology, Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesiology, and Pediatric Pain Management. Our faculty provide medical direction in a care team model and teaching/education opportunities are abundant.   About Department of Pediatrics The Emory University School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics (DOP) and the Children’s Physician Group (CPG), the largest pediatric multispecialty group practice in Georgia, are staffed by School of Medicine faculty involved in pediatric clinical care, teaching, research, and child advocacy. The Department of Pediatrics at Emory is comprised of 16 divisions and has over 580 clinical and research-intensive faculty making it one of the largest pediatric departments in the southeastern United States. The faculty provides primary and specialty pediatric care at Children's Specialty Services, Children’s Center for Advanced Pediatrics, Children’s at Egleston, Scottish Rite, and Hughes Spalding, Grady Memorial Hospital, Emory Midtown Hospital, Lindbergh Women and Children's Health Clinic and the Whitefoord Community Program's school-based clinics. Emory University, in partnership with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, trains 94 pediatric residents and 133 subspecialty fellows each year, with training programs in 28 distinct subspecialties. The DOP research program has twelve Centers of Research Excellence with over $165 million in funding in 2023 and was ranked number 5 among all pediatric departments in 2023 in the U.S. by the Blue Ridge report. The Department values diversity and takes pride in their culture of mutual respect and wellness. The mission of the department is: to provide high quality clinical care, train future leaders in Pediatrics, pursue research and advocate for children and families. The vision of the DOP is: to be nationally and internationally renowned and admired as a destination Department of Pediatrics for patients, families, faculty, future pediatricians, and staff. The strategic goals and initiatives of the department are built upon its strengths and unique opportunities. The DOP has played an integral part in providing quality health care to the indigent and medically underserved of the state of Georgia for the past 75 years. Through their affiliation with the Grady Health System, Children’s at Hughes Spalding currently provides in-patient and out-patient medical services to the neediest children and adolescents in the Atlanta metropolitan area. In addition, the department has been affiliated with other child support projects which include Whitefoord Elementary, Sammye E. Coan School-Based Health Centers, KIPP Vision School, and several locations in the DeKalb County School District.   Procedure for Candidacy Qualified candidates should complete the online application. Questions may be diredted to Mark Lotz, Children’s Director of Executive and Physician Recruiting, via email at mark.lotz@choa.org.mark.lotz@choa.org   Additional Information Employment will be through the Emory + Children's Pediatric Institute. The Emory + Children’s Pediatric Institute is an affiliation between Emory University and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta that is improving the lives of children in Georgia and beyond. The Pediatric Institute combines the unique strengths and resources of each institution in support of our three-part academic missions of providing outstanding clinical care, conducting innovative basic science discovery and clinical research, and coordinating exceptional education of the future healthcare workforce. Our physicians, researchers, and educators have created a model where leadership, commitment and quality are fundamental components of success. Together, we are transforming pediatrics by achieving new levels of clinical excellence—driven by research, teaching and wellness. We look forward to our future together.  

The Division of Pediatric Anesthesiology of Emory University School of Medicine and Children's Healthcare of Atlanta are seeking pediatric trained anesthesiologists to join our general anesthesiology staff at Children’s, the leading pediatric care provider in the state of Georgia. Our group practices at Children's Egleston campus providing anesthesia care for children undergoing surgical procedures of all types as well as care for children undergoing diagnostic and interventional procedures outside of the OR environment. We also provide the anesthesia services one of Children's ambulatory surgical centers. Care is provided with an anesthesia team model that includes pediatric anesthesiology fellows, anesthesiology residents, and anesthetists.   Teaching and research activities are important components of our mission and the ideal candidate will bring skills and experiences that can enhance these areas of our Division. Our program includes an ACGME accredited pediatric anesthesiology fellowship. Research and teaching activities are cultivated through strong relationships and affiliations with the other departments within the Emory School of Medicine, the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory, Georgia Institute of Technology and the Centers for Disease Control. This position includes an academic appointment with Emory University School of Medicine with rank commensurate with experience. Board certification or eligibility in Pediatric Anesthesiology is required.   Children’s is the largest pediatric healthcare system in Georgia and one of the largest in the country. We are in the process of a significant building program that will enhance our capacity to care for children in Georgia and the surrounding states. Children’s is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital and consistently has been listed as one of Fortune magazine’s 100 best places to work.   Interested candidates should apply online and submit a curriculum vitae. Additional Information: Employment will be through the Emory + Children's Pediatric Institute. The Emory + Children’s Pediatric Institute is an affiliation between Emory University and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta that is improving the lives of children in Georgia and beyond. The Pediatric Institute combines the unique strengths and resources of each institution in support of our three-part academic missions of providing outstanding clinical care, conducting innovative basic science discovery and clinical research, and coordinating exceptional education of the future healthcare workforce. Our physicians, researchers, and educators have created a model where leadership, commitment and quality are fundamental components of success. Together, we are transforming pediatrics by achieving new levels of clinical excellence—driven by research, teaching and wellness. We look forward to our future together.  

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta (Children’s) and Emory University School of Medicine (Emory), Department of Pediatrics, are seeking a physician leader with a strong clinical and academic foundation to serve as Pediatric Abdominal Transplant Surgical Director of one of the largest and most diverse abdominal pediatric transplant programs in the country, focusing on kidney, liver, and dual organ transplantation.   The Pediatric Abdominal Transplant Surgical Director will serve as the primary surgical leader for kidney and liver transplant patients at the Egleston/Arthur M. Blank campus, providing strategic leadership and oversight of quality, safety, and clinical operations. They will collaborate with the System Medical Director of Transplant, Medical Director of Kidney Transplant, and Medical Director of Liver Transplant to design care delivery advancing care consistency, efficiency, and a culture of excellence in abdominal transplantation. The Pediatric Abdominal Transplant Surgical Director, in collaboration with the Transplant Medical Directors, will craft the long-term vision for transplant medicine and surgery at Children’s and Emory.   Principal Duties and Responsibilities   The Pediatric Abdominal Transplant Surgical Director will have clinical, administrative, quality/process improvement, research, and teaching/education responsibilities. Examples include: - The surgical director, collectively with the medical director, are responsible for ensuring the ongoing operation of the program in compliance with the criteria set forth in Appendix B of the UNOS Bylaws, and notification to the OPTN Contractor if at any time the program deviates from such criteria. - Oversees the delivery of abdominal transplant surgical services at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and collaborates with the respective medical directors/hospital administrators in developing resources (including personnel and programs) related to these services. - Assures appropriate and continuous coverage of inpatient, outpatient, and call services at all relevant clinical sites. - The Surgical Director is an expert in liver and kidney transplant, defined as direct involvement in liver and kidney transplant patient care within the last 2 years; including: - Management of patients with end stage liver or renal disease - the selection of appropriate recipients for transplant, - donor selection, - histocompatibility and tissue typing, - performing the transplant operation, - immediate postoperative and continuing inpatient care, - the use of immunosuppressive therapy including side effects of the drugs and complications of immunosuppression, - differential diagnosis of liver or kidney dysfunction in the allograft recipient, - histologic interpretation of allograft biopsies, - interpretation of ancillary tests for liver and kidney dysfunction, - long term outpatient care - Partners with System Medical Director Transplant Services and Director Transplant Services to form the System Transplant Leadership Team for overall management of Transplant Services and development of clinical programs of excellence identified in the current Transplant Strategic assessment. - Responsible, with medical directors, for operational efficiencies in the Liver and Kidney Transplant Programs; such activities may include review urgency of new referrals, ensuring surgical participation in post-transplant clinics, co-chair selection committee/multidisciplinary listing meetings for each organ, participation in quality meetings, surgical M and M overall presentations, and overall program performance. - Collaborates with and is a member of the Emory Transplant Center Leadership team to: - Organize and participate in organ procurement call with Emory Transplant Center, - Ensure Emory’s Organ Placement Office is operating to aid Children’s Transplant services and is functioning optimally, - Participate with appropriate Emory adult transplant personnel in Living Donor transplant and ensure all regulatory aspects are followed, and - Participate as Children’s surgical representative in relevant Life Link meetings. - Participates in Children’s Surgical Administration leadership meetings. - Engages in Transplant Quality meetings, and as needed, ad-hoc meetings with System Transplant Quality Director and associated Quality personnel in Transplant Services. - Collaborate with Heart Transplant Program’s surgical leadership to ensure regulatory compliance and participation in process improvement. - Assures participation of transplant surgical personnel in quality improvement, safety, and patient satisfaction initiatives. Presents at Children’s Transplant Grand Rounds annually and participates in national transplant meeting.   Candidate Qualifications The ideal candidate will have the following credentials:   Education and Credentials - Doctor of Medicine (MD/DO) from an accredited school of Medicine - Board certified in Surgery. Completion of an ASTS fellowship in Abdominal Organ Transplantation - A controlled Substance Registration Drug Enforcement Administration Certificate - Eligible for medical licensure in Georgia. Meet eligibility requirements for credentialing as part of Children’s professional staff.   Experience and Skills - Ideally meets OPTN requirements for surgical director/primary surgeon for Pediatric kidney and liver transplant programs. Can consider candidates who meet OPTN requirements for surgical director/primary surgeon for Pediatric kidney OR liver transplant programs. - Experience in deceased donor, liver and kidney transplantation, hepatobiliary surgery, living donor transplantation, dual organ transplantation. - National reputation of excellence in clinical care and/or education and research. - Administrative or leadership roles in a pediatric transplant setting. - Experience building and maintaining partnerships between various clinical and non-clinical stakeholders.   Procedure for Candidacy Interested candidates should complete the online application. Inquiries should be directed to Mark Lotz, Children’s Director of Executive and Physician Recruiting, via email at mark.lotz@choa.org.  

The Emory University Department of Pediatrics, Division of Neonatology, in collaboration with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, is seeking a clinical neonatologist to join our faculty. The faculty member will contribute to the clinical, research, and teaching missions of the Division of Neonatology and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta with clinical coverage in the NICU and participation in student, resident, and fellow education. Qualified candidates must have an MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent and must be board-certified/board-eligible in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine. Salary and professional level of appointment will be commensurate with experience. Candidates should have a history of academic excellence/achievement, and will be expected to work in a collaborative fashion. The Division of Neonatology is a large and diverse group with more than 75 faculty, neonatal nurse practitioners, clinical fellows, and administrative staff. Our division is committed to providing outstanding clinical care at our three Emory-affiliated hospitals: Grady Memorial Hospital, Emory Midtown and Egleston Children’s Hospital. Our high risk Developmental Progress Clinic serves outpatients from each of these facilities as well as other regional institutions. Each year our inpatient facilities provide the setting for more than 9,000 deliveries and more than 1,500 admissions to our intensive care units. Additionally, we see more than 1,200 patients each year in our high-risk follow-up clinics. The clinical care we provide is enhanced by our attention to two other important missions, education and research. Education is the impetus that drives successful academic goals, and to this end, we teach and mentor a variety of trainees, including medical students, residents, neonatal fellows, and students in our neonatal nurse practitioner program. The discovery of new knowledge through research is the means by which our care continually improves. Our research allows us to better understand the basic foundations of biological processes and translate these findings to improvement in patient care. Additional Information: Employment will be in the Emory + Children's Pediatric Institute with a faculty appointment in Emory University School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics. The Emory + Children’s Pediatric Institute is an affiliation between Emory University and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta that is improving the lives of children in Georgia and beyond. that is improving the lives of children in Georgia and beyond. This partnership, The Emory + Children’s Pediatric Institute, combines the unique strengths and resources of each institution in support of our three-part academic missions of providing outstanding clinical care, conducting innovative basic science discovery and clinical research, and coordinating exceptional education of the future healthcare workforce. Our physicians, researchers, and educators have created a model where leadership, commitment and quality are fundamental components of success. Together, we are transforming pediatrics by achieving new levels of clinical excellence—driven by research, teaching and wellness. We look forward to our future together.  

  Children’s Behavioral and Mental Health Center is undergoing rapid growth and transformation. We are working to innovate the mental health care system for children in Georgia and are recruiting dedicated team members who are eager to join this mission. Children’s is seeking a Clinical Psychologist with experience in using evidenced-based assessment of neurodevelopmental disorders. This position is eligible for a faculty appointment through the Emory University School of Medicine, if desired. Rank is commensurate with experience.   The psychologist will work within the Children’s general outpatient clinic, providing assessments for patients referred by outpatient behavioral mental health providers to assist with differential diagnosis and treatment planning. Patients range from ages 4-21 years old with diagnostic referral questions associated with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorders (ADHD), intellectual disabilities, and autism spectrum disorders. Additionally, the psychologist will consult with school professionals, as needed. Candidates with knowledge of school-based special education eligibilities preferred. Suitable candidates will have a dedication to promoting and offering culturally-sensitive and inclusive approaches to assessment as well fostering inclusion, diversity, and belonging within the Children’s community.   Psychologists work closely with child and adolescent psychiatrists, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners, behavioral and mental health therapists (LCSWs and LPCs), and nurse case managers to develop and implement a comprehensive care plan for each patient.  Psychologists participate in the training of psychology doctoral interns and postdoctoral fellows as well other behavioral mental health trainees. Opportunities for program development and a therapy caseload are possible.   This is a full-time position, with split between direct clinical care and administrative time. Applicants should have a PhD or PsyD from an APA/CPA accredited program and must have completed an APA accredited child internship. Additionally, applicants must have expertise in treating children and adolescents using evidence-based treatment approaches. This position is open to both early career and experienced psychologists. Applicants should be licensed or licensed-eligible in Georgia prior to employment and must obtain board certification within hospital timelines. Children’s strives to meet the healthcare needs of all patients, regardless of their socioeconomic status and insurance coverage.   

  Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and Emory Department of Pediatrics are seeking a Clinical Psychologist with experience in treating mood dysregulation in children and teens. Children’s Behavioral and Mental Health Center is undergoing rapid growth and transformation. We are working to innovate the mental health care system for children in Georgia and are recruiting dedicated and experienced team members who are eager to join this mission.    The psychologist will work within the Children’s general outpatient clinic as well as within an acute Bridge Clinic. The Bridge Clinic provides rapid access outpatient care via interdisciplinary treatment team to meet the acute mental health needs of children and teens who have recently sought acute/urgent care for their symptoms. The Bridge Clinic aims to provide short-term pharmacotherapy, individual psychotherapy, group psychotherapy, parent training, and case management for patients recently discharged from an acute psychiatric care setting (emergency department or inpatient psychiatric unit) or Children’s inpatient team. Appointments are a mixture of in-person and telehealth. Psychologists work closely with child and adolescent psychiatrists, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners, behavioral and mental health therapists (LCSWs and LPCs), and nurse case managers to develop and implement a comprehensive care plan for each patient. Psychologists participate in the training of psychology doctoral interns and postdoctoral fellows as well other behavioral mental health trainees. Opportunities for program development across our acute clinical care settings are possible. This position is eligible for a faculty appointment through the Emory University School of Medicine. Rank is commensurate with experience. Candidates with a strong background in the application of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy within acute populations preferred.   This is a full-time position, with split between direct clinical care and administrative time. Applicants should have a Ph.D. or Psy.D. from an APA/CPA accredited program and must have completed an APA accredited child internship. Additionally, applicants must have expertise in treating children and adolescents using evidence-based treatment approaches. This position is open to both early career and experienced psychologists. Applicants should be licensed or licensed-eligible in Georgia prior to employment and must obtain board certification within hospital timelines. Children’s strives to meet the healthcare needs of all patients, regardless of their socioeconomic status and insurance coverage. accredited program and must have completed an APA accredited child internship. Additionally, applicants must have expertise in treating children and adolescents using evidence-based treatment approaches. This position is open to both early career and experienced psychologists. Applicants should be licensed or licensed-eligible in Georgia prior to employment and must obtain board certification within hospital timelines. Children’s strives to meet the healthcare needs of all patients, regardless of their socioeconomic status and insurance coverage.   Additional Details Employment will be in the Emory + Children's Pediatric Institute. The Emory + Children’s Pediatric Institute is an affiliation between Emory University and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta that is improving the lives of children in Georgia and beyond. The Pediatric Institute combines the unique strengths and resources of each institution in support of our three-part academic missions of providing outstanding clinical care, conducting innovative basic science discovery and clinical research, and coordinating exceptional education of the future healthcare workforce. Our physicians, researchers, and educators have created a model where leadership, commitment and quality are fundamental components of success. Together, we are transforming pediatrics by achieving new levels of clinical excellence—driven by research, teaching and wellness. We look forward to our future together.    

Children’s Behavioral and Mental Health Center is undergoing rapid growth and transformation. We are working to innovate the mental health care system for children in Georgia and are recruiting dedicated team members who are eager to join this mission. Children’s is seeking a Clinical Psychologist with experience in using evidenced-based family therapy. This position is eligible for a faculty appointment through the Emory University School of Medicine, if desired. Rank is commensurate with experience. Candidates with a strong background in the application of functional family therapy (FFT), parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT), and/or child-parent psychotherapy (CPP) preferred. The psychologist will work within the Children’s general outpatient clinic, supporting families using systemic interventions. Assessment and treatment will focus on the improvement of family processes, parent-child relationships, and sibling relationships through psychoeducation and skill development, using a developmental approach and strengths-based work. Children and adolescents within the family often demonstrate symptoms related to disruptive behavior, anxiety, depression, and trauma and may also receive individual therapy within the clinic. Suitable candidates will have a dedication to promoting and offering culturally-sensitive and inclusive approaches to therapy as well fostering inclusion, diversity, and belonging within the Children’s community. Appointments are a mixture of in-person and telehealth. Psychologists work closely with child and adolescent psychiatrists, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners, behavioral and mental health therapists (LCSWs and LPCs), and nurse case managers to develop and implement a comprehensive care plan for each patient. Psychologists participate in the training of psychology doctoral interns and postdoctoral fellows as well other behavioral mental health trainees. Opportunities for program development across our acute clinical care settings are possible. This is a full-time position, with split between direct clinical care and administrative time. Applicants should have a PhD or PsyD from an APA/CPA accredited program and must have completed an APA accredited child internship. Additionally, applicants must have expertise in treating children and adolescents using evidence-based treatment approaches. This position is open to both early career and experienced psychologists. Applicants should be licensed or licensed-eligible in Georgia prior to employment and must obtain board certification within hospital timelines. Children’s strives to meet the healthcare needs of all patients, regardless of their socioeconomic status and insurance coverage.  

  Children’s Behavioral and Mental Health Center is undergoing rapid growth and transformation. We are working to innovate the mental health care system for children in Georgia and are recruiting dedicated team members who are eager to join this mission. Children’s is seeking a Clinical Psychologist with experience in using evidenced-based family therapy. This position is eligible for a faculty appointment through the Emory University School of Medicine, if desired. Rank is commensurate with experience. Candidates with a strong background in the application of functional family therapy (FFT) preferred.   The psychologist will work within the Children’s general outpatient clinic, providing treatments such as family therapy . Additionally, the psychologist will conduct family-based interventions with caregivers and maintain collateral contacts with educators and other providers, as needed. Suitable candidates will have a dedication to promoting and offering culturally-sensitive and inclusive approaches to therapy as well fostering inclusion, diversity, and belonging within the Children’s community. Appointments are a mixture of in-person and telehealth.   Psychologists work closely with child and adolescent psychiatrists, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners, behavioral and mental health therapists (LCSWs and LPCs), and nurse case managers to develop and implement a comprehensive care plan for each patient.  Psychologists participate in the training of psychology doctoral interns and postdoctoral fellows as well other behavioral mental health trainees. Opportunities for program development across our acute clinical care settings are possible.   This is a full-time position, with split between direct clinical care and administrative time. Applicants should have a PhD or PsyD from an APA/CPA accredited program and must have completed an APA accredited child internship. Additionally, applicants must have expertise in treating children and adolescents using evidence-based treatment approaches. This position is open to both early career and experienced psychologists. Applicants should be licensed or licensed-eligible in Georgia prior to employment and must obtain board certification within hospital timelines. Children’s strives to meet the healthcare needs of all patients, regardless of their socioeconomic status and insurance coverage.   

Clinical Child Psychologist – Autism and Comorbid Conditions   Children’s Behavioral and Mental Health Center is undergoing rapid growth and transformation. We are working to innovate the mental health care system for children in Georgia and are recruiting dedicated team members who are eager to join this mission. Children’s is seeking a Clinical Psychologist with experience in treating anxiety and depression in children with autism spectrum disorders. This position is eligible for a faculty appointment through the Emory University School of Medicine, if desired. Rank is commensurate with experience. Candidates should have experience with use of cognitive behavioral therapy with autistic populations.   The psychologist will work within the Children’s general outpatient clinic, providing therapy for children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders. Individual and group therapy will focus on treating anxiety and depression as well as strengthening social skills. The psychologist will participate in program development and conduct autism assessments. Suitable candidates will have a dedication to promoting and offering culturally-sensitive and inclusive approaches to assessment as well fostering inclusion, diversity, and belonging within the Children’s community.   Psychologists work closely with child and adolescent psychiatrists, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners, behavioral and mental health therapists (LCSWs and LPCs), and nurse case managers to develop and implement a comprehensive care plan for each patient.  Psychologists participate in the training of psychology doctoral interns and postdoctoral fellows as well other behavioral mental health trainees.   This is a full-time position, with split between direct clinical care and administrative time. Applicants should have a PhD or PsyD from an APA/CPA accredited program and must have completed an APA accredited child internship. Additionally, applicants must have expertise in treating children and adolescents using evidence-based treatment approaches. This position is open to both early career and experienced psychologists. Applicants should be licensed in Georgia prior to employment and must obtain board certification within hospital timelines. Children’s strives to meet the healthcare needs of all patients, regardless of their socioeconomic status and insurance coverage.   

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta (Children’s) and Emory University School of Medicine (Emory) are seeking a visionary and collaborative physician leader with a strong clinical and academic foundation to serve as Division Chief, Nephrology. The Division Chief will serve as the primary physician leader for Nephrology for the Children’s health care network providing strategic leadership and oversight for quality, safety, and clinical operations. They will guide the design of care delivery advancing care consistency, efficiency, and a culture of excellence in Nephrology. This leader will be dedicated to the implementation of professional and clinical care standards, team-based care driven by evidence-based care guidelines and mutual accountability. As the leader of the Division, the Chief will be responsible for clinical program development, faculty recruitment, workforce development, the growth and advancement of research, scholarly activity, and educational excellence of the trainees within the Division. This leader will continue to improve education/training and sustain a strong commitment to leading Division research efforts. The successful candidate will be an outstanding clinical and academic leader with demonstrated ability to set a vision, position the team to execute, effectively inspire, manage, and mentor others. We are seeking an individual who has a passion for providing outstanding care, scholarly work, a desire to improve systems and processes to maximize efficiency. The Division Chief will be a leader that demonstrates the collaborative ability to work well with multiple partners and stakeholders. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced physician leader to live and work in a desirable, advanced healthcare market, develop trainees in a complex care environment and lead a nationally recognized Nephrology into the future.   The Division Chief is responsible for the Nephrology delivery model design and clinical operations across the enterprise and will oversee the strategic leadership of the division with the development of faculty, fellows and trainees, academic excellence and increasing research and scholarly activity.   This leader will advance a culture of excellence, accountability, and care innovation. The Division Chief will be dedicated to performance measures by providing the highest quality patient care and clinical care standards driven by patient safety and regulatory requirements, clinical outcomes monitoring, and patient and family experience expectations.     The Division Chief will continue to raise the bar with contemporary training programs, mentorship platforms, clinical delivery, service, and a strong commitment to research efforts.   It is anticipated that the Division Chief will be a visible, inspiring leader with a clinical practice presence to foster credibility and to develop an appreciation for division operations and its providers. Furthermore, a clinical presence will allow this leader to identify potential solutions and see the impact of these initiatives. This position requires an individual who has a passion for providing outstanding care, a desire to improve systems to maximize efficiency, the leadership to engage physicians in team-based care and an enduring commitment to providing an environment conducive to maximizing education and scholarly work. The Division Chief will craft the long-term vision for Nephrology at Children’s and Emory while advancing the key mission areas to engage and inspire the faculty to reach these goals while holding the team accountable.   Reporting Relationships Reports To: - Pediatrician-in-Chief/Chair, Department of Pediatrics Key Relationships: - Chief Medical Officer - Director, Physician Practice Operations - Practice Manager, Physician Practice Operations Principal Duties and Responsibilities Clinical - Oversees the delivery of clinical services in the Division’s areas of practice and develop resources (including personnel and programs) related to these services in conjunction with the respective clinical directors or hospital administrators. - Assures appropriate and continuous coverage of inpatient, outpatient, and consultative services at all relevant clinical sites. - Assures participation of Division personnel in quality improvement, safety, and patient satisfaction initiatives. - Builds a high quality, well-developed network of cohesive physician providers. Foster positive relationships with other clinicians including community and referring providers. - Assures compliance with all relevant Department, clinic, and hospital policies and procedures. Assures compliance with all medical records documentation requirements and appropriate billing procedures. - Ensures that the Division is responsive to the needs of those it serves clinically (patients, families, referring physicians, other divisions/ departments, etc.). - Assumes responsibility for faculty members achieving their productivity targets. Administrative - Fosters a collegial environment that supports the successful recruitment, retention, and development of outstanding faculty and staff. - Defines and communicates expectations for faculty members, provides the faculty needed support to achieve goals, and reviews performance in individual meetings at least annually using the Career Development Conference Report. Understands the University promotion and tenure process and its requirements and mentor faculty members—or arrange mentoring—accordingly. - Assigns clinical, administrative, educational, service, and research roles to the faculty in ways that promote the division and department while bearing responsibility for Divisional productivity and academic performance. - Fosters excellent communication, teamwork, and cooperation in carrying out the scholarly, educational, and clinical missions of the Division and the Department. - Provides adequate Divisional infrastructure for faculty and staff to carry out their responsibilities. - Demonstrates accountability for financial performance and stewardship of resources. Develops case for support to achieve fundraising targets and collaborates with business partners to drive optimum financial performance and viability. - Develops and manage the Divisional budget effectively, productively, equitably, and efficiently to support the missions of the Division and the Department. - Identifies initiatives and priorities and allocates resources to advance these initiatives. - Supports faculty in attracting, leveraging, and retaining sponsored research and grant dollars. - Manages the Division’s capital assets, including both current assets and plans for replacement and renewal. Research - Encourages, guides, and supports a comprehensive vision for research activities across the enterprise. Develops the goals and the structure necessary to reach the vision. - Ensures responsible and compliant conduct of research. - Seeks to optimize both the research synergies between Divisional faculty and the research activities elsewhere within Emory. - Fosters cooperative and interdisciplinary research activities with other divisions, departments, and schools and with community physicians. - Supports faculty in attracting, leveraging, and retaining sponsored research and grant dollars. - Supports and promotes a research environment that involves trainees (including students, residents, fellows, advanced practice providers) and attendings. - Assist the organization in ensuring mechanisms are implemented to meet external regulations regarding research program compliance. - Oversees and manages the research funds, equipment, facilities, and personnel assigned to the Division or its investigators. The effectiveness of the Division’s research programs would be demonstrated by regular publications in top peer review journals, by presentations in notable scientific meetings, and by substantial and growing extramural funding. - Grows philanthropy to support the generation of research dollars.   Teaching/Education - Ensures the Department of Pediatrics maintains the highest standard in training medical students, residents, and fellows. - Creates, supports, facilitates, and implements the educational programs of the Division, including curricula for medical student, resident, and fellow training; and for graduate and postdoctoral training-- to satisfy or exceed national and accreditation standards. - Develops a collaborative vision, with a track record for successfully implementing new initiatives that meet the challenges of academic medicine and clinical care. - Ensures academic programs meet external regulations and accrediting standards. - Builds collaborative partnerships within Children’s, Department of Pediatrics and across Emory to achieve top performance. Works harmoniously with others to ensure efficient and high-quality health care and other services. - Establishes governance mechanisms that ensure participation in the academic affairs of Children’s and Emory. Holds regular meetings to fully involve members in the organization and executive leadership. Communicates key departmental, university, medical group, and hospital information to executive leadership. - Provides leadership at the local, regional, state, national and international levels in clinical and academic matters. - Conducts Divisional and programmatic reviews and appropriately assign faculty to carry out the educational programs. - Evaluates the performance of faculty, students, and graduates ensuring that goals and professional standards are met or exceeded. - Serves as a role model and mentor for Division faculty members or assures that other appropriate mentoring is provided for everyone. Child Advocacy - Develops and communicates a vision and overall direction for pediatric health that aligns all entities across Children’s. Presents pediatric health strategy and updates to Children’s & Emory’s Executive Teams, and Boards of Trustees as appropriate. - Serves as a physician champion and leader for the provision of quality healthcare and clinical performance excellence. - Ensures consistent standards of practice in all practice locations. Leads in identifying mechanisms to meet external regulations around quality of care and service. - Takes initiative to identify, conceive, implement, evaluate, and refine new methods of health care delivery, especially wellness/preventative medicine initiatives that will impact the organization and community. - Guides ongoing and emerging priorities and works with faculty and leaders to develop a vision that encompasses other areas of growth. - Partners in fundraising endeavors, contributing to new and existing partnerships and philanthropic opportunities. - Facilitates growth to meet the demands and needs of Metro Atlanta and other communities in Georgia and supports the expansion of regional networks and partnerships. Helps Children’s achieve the right balance between acting locally and having the horsepower and responsibility to achieve globally. Candidate Qualifications The ideal candidate will have the following credentials: Education - Doctor of Medicine (MD/DO) from an accredited school of medicine; Board Certification as a Pediatric Nephrologist and eligibility for licensure in Georgia. - Completion of three-year fellowship in pediatric nephrology from an ACGME accredited program - Meet eligibility requirements for credentialing as part of Children’s professional staff. Experience and Skills - An experienced academic and operational leader with vision, enthusiasm, executive presence with a track record as a unifier. Can successfully galvanize a group to one vision. - Significant clinical experience and clinical operations/management experience with the capacity to align/engage physicians and clinicians. - Clinical experience with 5-10 years of administrative or leadership experience in a pediatric hospital or health care setting. - Passion for patient care and service that permeates through the team including the ability to lead service improvement efforts by example. - National reputation of excellence in clinical care and/or education and research, gained within an advanced and highly complex market. - Experience building and maintaining partnerships between clinical and non-clinical stakeholders.    

Marcus Autism Center is conducting a search for a doctoral-level clinician with specialization in Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder for medically complex children and children with autism. This position primarily focuses on providing clinical care, as well as clinical case management and supervision of post-doctoral students, interns, and staff providing a range of interventions, in intensive day treatment and outpatient programs. Children seen in the program receive 1:1 intervention delivered by Feeding Techs and Specialists in a clinic setting. Recently, the program has expanded beyond the Atlanta location to establish locations at the Center for Advanced Pediatrics and Children’s at Forsyth.   We are seeking individuals who are interested in joining a dedicated team of professionals seeking to provide the highest quality care to children with ARFID. The clinician will be responsible for maintaining their own case load in the program. The clinician will join a multidisciplinary treatment team that includes professionals from Nutrition, Speech Language Pathology, Medicine, Occupational Therapy and Care Coordination. The position will also involve supervision of trainees at the Master’s, predoctoral, and postdoctoral level. There will also be opportunities for independent and/or collaborative research by joining or initiating research projects on a range of feeding-related topics.   Successful candidates will possess a PhD or PsyD in clinical psychology or a related field and may possess a certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst- Doctoral (BCBA-D). For psychologist candidates, completion of an APA-accredited internship and a postdoctoral fellowship is preferred and candidates must be license-eligible to practice as a psychologist in the state of Georgia.   JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES This clinician supports and enhances the mission of the Division and of Children's by providing high quality patient care in an effective and efficient manner.   I. Clinical Service: - Provides effective delivery of services appropriate to the patient’s specific needs and severity level of disability or impairment. - Develops and successfully implements assessment standards and treatment plans that support established goals - Documents weekly/monthly treatment notes and assessment reports following established standards - Completes discharge and follows up according to departmental standards - Participates in and incorporates quality improvement and research findings into practice - Demonstrates and practices family-centered care. Includes family/caregiver participation in all phases of the patient’s program. Communicates relevant information at the patient/family level of understanding. Maintains a therapeutic relationship with the patient and family. - Completes necessary documentation and ensures communication in a timely manner to facilitate patient care and appropriate reimbursement. - Provides supervision as appropriate to allied health providers, fellows, interns, psychometrists, students and other staff as assigned. - A commitment to a model of care centered on inter-professional and collaborative teams of service delivery. Maintains an emphasis on minimizing duplication and increasing efficiency.   II. Research: - Actively support research activities underway in the Multidisciplinary Feeding Program - Seek additional opportunities to support and lead research efforts as time and interest allow.   III. Teaching: - Provides direct supervision for trainees, ensuring adequate opportunities for training through teaching, patient contact, case review and research. -   IV. Administrative: - Participates in meetings/activities as required to support operations of the clinical area and the organization overall. - Participates in activities that enhance professional development. - Completes and maintains any additional specialty training/certifications as required by the assigned area. - Participate in the development of goals for the department including research, quality and customer service initiatives. Reports to: Marcus Autism Center – Will Sharp, PhD, Program Director Marcus Autism Center – Nathan Call, PhD, Clinical Director Marcus Autism Center – Ami Klin, PhD, Division Chief and Center Director   MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: - PhD or PsyD - License-eligible or licensed to practice as psychologist in the state of Georgia. - Meets eligibility requirements for credentialing as part of the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Professional Staff - Excellent written and oral communication skills - Demonstrated ability to work effectively with patients and families and as a team member.     Additional Information The Emory + Children’s Pediatric Institute is an affiliation between Emory University and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta that is improving the lives of children in Georgia and beyond. The Pediatric Institute combines the unique strengths and resources of each institution in support of our three-part academic missions of providing outstanding clinical care, conducting innovative basic science discovery and clinical research, and coordinating exceptional education of the future healthcare workforce. Our physicians, researchers, and educators have created a model where leadership, commitment and quality are fundamental components of success. Together, we are transforming pediatrics by achieving new levels of clinical excellence—driven by research, teaching and wellness. We look forward to our future together.  

Emory Department of Pediatrics and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta are seeing seeking board certified Pediatric Hospital Medicine Nocturnist Physicians for faculty positions to care for hospitalized children.   Responsibilities will include planning, implementing and evaluating the provision of high-quality medical care, with appropriate resource management, to children and adolescents in the respective clinical area, primarily or exclusively overnight assignments.   Qualifications:   - Graduate of an accredited, four-year medical school. - Graduate of an accredited, post-graduate residency program in Pediatrics. - Board Certified/ Board Eligible in Pediatrics - Licensed to practice medicine in the state of Georgia. - BLS or PALS certification required. - Current DEA registration. - Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients and families and as a team member.   For consideration for this opportunity, please complete the online application and submit your CV.   Additional Information   Employment will be in the Emory + Children's Pediatric Institute. The Emory + Children’s Pediatric Institute is an affiliation between Emory University and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta that is improving the lives of children in Georgia and beyond. The Pediatric Institute combines the unique strengths and resources of each institution in support of our three-part academic missions of providing outstanding clinical care, conducting innovative basic science discovery and clinical research, and coordinating exceptional education of the future healthcare workforce. Our physicians, researchers, and educators have created a model where leadership, commitment and quality are fundamental components of success. Together, we are transforming pediatrics by achieving new levels of clinical excellence—driven by research, teaching and wellness. We look forward to our future together.  

The Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and the Emory University Department of Pediatrics invites interested applicants for the position of Aflac Hematology Clinician. The Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center provides a rich and collaborative environment for basic, clinical, and translational research and has a diverse faculty. The Hematology Program is an integral component of the Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center, and currently includes 32 faculty members, 17 of whom are primarily basic research-focused as well as 15 advance practice providers. Of the total number, 14 faculty members and 9 advance practice providers are dedicated to the SCD team team. Candidates will have a strong record of demonstrated clinical expertise caring for pediatric SCD patients. The Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center has close affiliations with research investigators within the Winship Cancer Institute, Emory University, and the Georgia Institute of Technology, and a willingness to collaborate across departmental or center boundaries is essential.   About the Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center   The successful candidate will join one of the strongest pediatric hematology/oncology programs in the country. - In 2021, the Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center was ranked No. 6 in the nation for Pediatric Cancer by US News and World Report - More than 7,000 children with cancer and blood disorders are treated annually at the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center - The Aflac pediatric hematology program is largest in the country (including >2,000 active patients with sickle cell disease, and 600 with bleeding or clotting disorders) - We are home to largest pediatric Sickle Cell program in the country conducting basic, translational, and clinical research related to Sickle cell disease and hemoglobinopathies - Our Hemostasis and Thrombosis program is one of the premier programs in the nation consisting of a large clinical program and a diverse research program. The research program includes basic, clinical, and translational research that is well funded including multiple R01s, K-awards, and a NIH U54 grant on the immunogenicity of factor VIII. - The Aflac Blood and Marrow Transplantation program performs ~80 transplants each year, and is one of the leaders in curative therapies for hemoglobinopathies. - The Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center has 115 faculty and 35 Advance Practice Providers (APPs), conducting basic, translational, and clinical research related to pediatric oncology and hematology disorders, with expertise in leukemias, lymphomas, brain tumors, neuroblastoma, sarcomas, rare tumors, renal tumors, CAR T-cell therapies, hemoglobinopathies and hemophilia. - In 2020, Aflac faculty generated $21.5M in extramural funding, including more than $12.3M from the NIH - The Aflac fellowship program accepts 6 fellows each year for intensive clinical and research training in pediatric hematology/oncology. We are one of the few pediatric programs with an NIH-funded T32 training grant in pediatric non-malignant hematology - The Aflac Developmental Therapeutics Program offers a wide portfolio of clinical trials from cooperative groups, industry partners, and investigator-initiated studies, and has a larger referral base in the southeastern United States. Aflac is a member of the COG Pediatric Early Phase Clinical Trials Network (PEP-CTN), NANT, TACL, and PBTC. This position will devote majority of effort to inpatient clinical responsibilities in the Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. - Provide exemplary clinical service and assure that patients cared for by you receive only the highest quality care. - Devote 70-90% to inpatient clinical responsibilities, with the remaining effort, depending upon research interests and funding, divided among the Aflac Clinics and outpatient facilities at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. While the location and ratio of inpatient to outpatient clinical work may be adjusted somewhat depending upon service needs, this is an inpatient intensive position. - In collaboration with program leaders, contribute to and expand the clinical program and patient services in sickle cell disease and general hematology. - Based on experience and interests, there may be opportunities for research and educational roles. - Play a role in the education and training program of the pediatric Hem/Onc/BMT Division, including access to and involvement with medical students, residents, fellows, and occasionally physicians in practice. We anticipate this time may include both inpatient and outpatient responsibilities, including call and will be adjusted depending on service needs.   Successful candidates will have: - MD, MD/PhD, or DO degrees - Must be Board Certified in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology - Must be currently licensed as a physician and eligible for licensure as a physician in the State of Georgia - A history of clinical excellence/achievement - A strong history of mentorship of trainees and junior faculty to support growth in research and scholarship Salary and faculty rank at Emory University School of Medicine will be commensurate with experience and accomplishments. The primary focus of this position will be an emphasis on clinical service and administrative duties.   Additional Details Employment will be in the Emory + Children's Pediatric Institute. The Emory + Children’s Pediatric Institute is an affiliation between Emory University and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta that is improving the lives of children in Georgia and beyond. The Pediatric Institute combines the unique strengths and resources of each institution in support of our three-part academic missions of providing outstanding clinical care, conducting innovative basic science discovery and clinical research, and coordinating exceptional education of the future healthcare workforce. Our physicians, researchers, and educators have created a model where leadership, commitment and quality are fundamental components of success. Together, we are transforming pediatrics by achieving new levels of clinical excellence—driven by research, teaching and wellness. We look forward to our future together.

Children’s Behavioral and Mental Health Center is undergoing rapid growth and transformation. We are working to innovate the mental health care system for children in Georgia and are recruiting dedicated and experienced team members who are eager to join this mission.   Children’s is seeking a Pediatric Psychologist with experience in weight management for children and adolescents with a focus on family-based care. This psychologist will be a member of the multidisciplinary team treating patients through our Strong4Life Clinic, a program for children, adolescents, and their families with excess adiposity and weight-related health issues. Our clinic offers both medical and surgical treatment options. The psychologist will be responsible for screening all patients for psychological disorders, conducting pre-surgical bariatric assessments, consultation, and weight management related intervention through our multidisciplinary clinic. In addition, there is the opportunity to carry a case load of outpatient psychotherapy patients. The ideal psychologist will have experience providing assessment and intervention for youth requiring treatment and support for weight management. In addition, the successful candidate will have experience with evidence-based assessment and treatment of behavioral health needs including diagnostic interviewing, behavioral and cognitive-behavioral interventions, working with families, school liaison, and multidisciplinary treatment models.   Psychologists work closely with multidisciplinary teams consisting of physicians specializing in pediatric obesity medicine and endocrinology, physician’s assistants, dieticians, exercise physiologists, nurses, and surgeons to develop and implement a comprehensive care plan for each patient. Psychologists participate in the training of psychology doctoral students as well other behavioral mental health trainees. Opportunities for clinical research and program development across our acute clinical care settings are possible. This position is eligible for a faculty appointment through the Emory University School of Medicine, if desired. Rank is commensurate with experience.   This is a full-time position, with split between direct clinical care and administrative time. Applicants should have a Ph.D. or Psy.D. from an APA/CPA accredited program and must have completed an APA accredited child internship. This position is open to both early career and experienced psychologists. Applicants should be licensed or licensed-eligible in Georgia prior to employment and must obtain board certification within hospital timelines. Children’s strives to meet the healthcare needs of all patients, regardless of their socioeconomic status and insurance coverage.   Additional Information Employment may be in the Emory + Children's Pediatric Institute with a faculty appointment within the Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Neurology. The Emory + Children’s Pediatric Institute is an affiliation between Emory University and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta that is improving the lives of children in Georgia and beyond. The Pediatric Institute combines the unique strengths and resources of each institution in support of our three-part academic missions of providing outstanding clinical care, conducting innovative basic science discovery and clinical research, and coordinating exceptional education of the future healthcare workforce. Our physicians, researchers, and educators have created a model where leadership, commitment and quality are fundamental components of success. Together, we are transforming pediatrics by achieving new levels of clinical excellence—driven by research, teaching and wellness. We look forward to our future together.

The Center for Behavioral and Mental Health at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta in conjunction with the Department of Pediatrics, Emory University School of Medicine, are expanding mental health services for medically complex children. We are seeking a Clinical Psychologist with experience in treating eating disorders in children and adolescents as well as their families. This position is eligible for a faculty appointment through the Emory University School of Medicine, if desired. - The psychologist will work within the Children’s general outpatient clinic as well as possibly within a medical stabilization inpatient service. Within these environments, evidence-based evaluation and treatment of a diverse population of children is provided for a range of eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, atypical anorexia, and avoidant /restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID). - The psychologist will participate in program development and lead a combination of individual, family, and group therapy treatment. The psychologist will independently perform procedures, collect and analyze clinical data, and make decisions regarding patient care (e.g., initial screening, assessment, diagnosis, and prognosis). - Psychologists work closely with child and adolescent psychiatrists, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners, behavioral and mental health therapists (LCSWs and LPCs), and nurse case managers to develop and implement a comprehensive care plan for each patient. - Psychologists participate in the training of psychology doctoral interns and postdoctoral fellows as well other behavioral mental health trainees. The psychologist may also provide supervision and leadership for master’s level clinicians within the eating disorders program. Faculty rank is commensurate with experience. Opportunities for program development across our acute clinical care settings are possible.   This is a full-time position, with split between direct clinical care and administrative time.    Qualified candidates should complete the application and upload a CV.  - Candidates should have experience with evidence-based treatment for eating disorders including family-based treatment (FBT) and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT; experience with DBT and ACT would be optimal). - Applicants should have a Ph.D. or Psy.D. from an APA/CPA accredited program and must have completed an APA accredited child internship. - This position is open to both early career and experienced psychologists. Applicants should be licensed or licensed-eligible in Georgia prior to employment and must obtain board certification within hospital timelines. Additional Information Employment will be in the Emory + Children's Pediatric Institute. The Emory + Children’s Pediatric Institute is an affiliation between Emory University and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta that is improving the lives of children in Georgia and beyond. The Pediatric Institute combines the unique strengths and resources of each institution in support of our three-part academic missions of providing outstanding clinical care, conducting innovative basic science discovery and clinical research, and coordinating exceptional education of the future healthcare workforce.   Our physicians, researchers, and educators have created a model where leadership, commitment and quality are fundamental components of success. Together, we are transforming pediatrics by achieving new levels of clinical excellence—driven by research, teaching and wellness. We look forward to our future together.  

The Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta (Children’s), Emory University School of Medicine (Emory) and Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) are partnering with the Georgia Research Alliance in a $16M expansion of Georgia’s Sickle Cell Disease Program. This expansion is supported by investments from the Georgia Research Alliance, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Emory University, and Morehouse School of Medicine. This initiative will focus on the development, testing, and implementation of new therapies in sickle cell disease and includes the addition of four faculty positions at the Emory and Morehouse Schools of Medicine. The Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, the Emory University Department of Pediatrics, and Morehouse School of Medicine invite qualified applicants to apply for the keystone position of this initiative as the Calvin Smyre/Georgia Research Alliance Eminent Scholar.   We seek a national/international leader in basic science research applicable to curative therapies for sickle cell disease and other hematological disorders. Areas of opportunity include, but are not limited to: - Hematopoietic stem cell biology: Stem cell renewal and expansion, stem cell fitness, clonal hematopoiesis, induced pluripotent stem cells, epigenetic and transcriptional regulation of gene expression - Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation: reduced toxicity conditioning, transplant immunology and immune modulation, mechanisms controlling engraftment and rejection - Therapeutic gene manipulation: gene addition, gene editing, fetal hemoglobin induction, novel vector design and delivery - Drug discovery and development: fetal hemoglobin induction, anti-sickling compounds, biologicals   This position offers a wealth of opportunities for research collaborations within Emory and Morehouse Schools of Medicine clinical and basic science departments, Grady Hospital, Winship Cancer Institute, Emory’s Rollins School of Public Health, Georgia Institute of Technology, Augusta University/Medical College of Georgia, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The successful candidate will have joint appointments in the Departments of Pediatrics at Emory and Morehouse Schools of Medicine.   Job Duties and Responsibilities   - Conduct state-of-the-art research applicable to curative therapies for sickle cell disease and other hematological disorders. - Partner with the Aflac Sickle Cell Disease Program Director and translational and clinical research leaders to integrate the research and clinical components of the Sickle Cell Disease Program of the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center. - Provide academic leadership and professional mentorship for faculty, fellows, postdoctoral fellows, residents, and students focused on hematopoiesis, stem cell biology and sickle cell disease pathophysiology. - Lead the Atlanta Sickle Cell Disease Consortium of basic science researchers and expand and strengthen collaborations with investigators from other divisions and departments at Emory, Georgia Tech, Georgia State and Morehouse School of Medicine, with the goal of building a nationally pre-eminent sickle cell disease program. Collaborate with investigators at other Georgia- based research universities and schools of medicine as appropriate, especially with member institutions of the Georgia Research Alliance (www.gra.org). - Participate in the Graduate Division of Biological and Biomedical Sciences at Emory and Graduate Education in Biomedical Sciences at Morehouse School of Medicine to foster graduate student education and training. - Strengthen academic ties and develop extramurally funded joint projects between Emory and Morehouse Schools of Medicine. - Participate in the leadership of the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center by serving on the Aflac Executive Committee. - Represent Children’s, Emory, and Morehouse School of Medicine at the national/international level.   Qualifications Successful candidates will have: - MD, DO, or PhD degree - Qualifications for appointment as Professor at Emory University and Morehouse School of Medicine - National and/or international leadership and recognition in the scientific field related to sickle cell and other hematological disorders - A strong record of academic excellence/achievement and funding as an independent investigator - A record of mentorship of faculty to support growth in research and scholarship - Experience in service or leadership in an academic or scientific program.   Salary at Emory University School of Medicine and Morehouse School of Medicine will be commensurate with experience and accomplishment. This position will engage in mentorship of junior faculty and will have dedicated time for administrative duties. This position may engage in clinical service.   Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and Emory University have worked together since 1956, facilitating leading-edge pediatric research, training, and innovation. Hematologists on the faculty of Morehouse School of Medicine have provided clinical care and research in the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center for more than 20 years. Together, our partnerships advance research and facilitate evidence-based quality care for children. In 2022 the Emory Department of Pediatrics was the #1 ranked pediatric department in National Institutes of Health research funding. The program has maintained a top five ranking since 2016. This position will have appointments at Emory, Children’s and Morehouse School of Medicine, and will help strengthen the collaborative relationship between Emory, Children’s and Morehouse School of Medicine.

The Neuropsychology Director is responsible for the operational management of the Neuropsychologists and Psychometrists within the practice. Working with the Chief of Neurology, the Director oversees clinical staffing, scheduling, performance, and people management for the practice.   Experience - 8 years of experience in direct assessment and care of children with complex medical and neurologic conditions - 5 years of experience in program development and leadership in a pediatric hospital or health care setting - Experience in employee management, performance coaching, and fiscal management - Experience building and maintaining partnerships between clinical and non-clinical collaborators and/or stakeholders Preferred Qualifications - 10 or more years of experience in direct assessment and care of children with complex medical and neurologic conditions Education - Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology or Doctor of Psychology from an American Psychological Association (APA)/Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) accredited program - Completion of a formal postdoctoral fellowship in Neuropsychology, with an emphasis in pediatrics Certification Summary - Board certified in Clinical Neuropsychology through the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) or American Board of Clinical Neuropsychology (ABCN) - Licensed Psychologist or eligible for licensure in the state of Georgia - Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of employment Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Proficient in neuropsychological and/or psychological assessments and/or treatments of children, adolescents, and young adults - Excellent writing and independent research skills - Excellent customer service, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills - Strategic planning and community partnership development - Demonstrates transparency by communicating decisions and reasoning early and often - Able to resolve issues promptly by removing roadblocks as necessary/appropriate - Meets eligibility requirements for credentialing as part of the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta professional staff Job Responsibilities - Provides leadership, vision, and management in accomplishing the mission and goals of the assigned focus area in education, research, patient care, and service. - Oversees the administrative, clinical, quality, research, and training activities of the department. - Builds collaborative partnerships within the Department and across the institution to achieve top priorities and promote clinical excellence. - Oversees the development, implementation, and compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and guidelines for the Department. - Ensures appropriate and continuous coverage of inpatient, outpatient, and consultative services at all relevant clinical sites. - Leads in the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and services of assigned focus area. - Devises and monitors appropriate programs of assessment and treatment in collaboration with colleagues. - Coordinates research initiatives in the program, including design, execution, and dissemination of research findings that withstand external peer review. - Assists in the development and monitoring of strategic vision, annual goals, and program services. - Ensures compliance and oversight with appropriate agencies, protocols, and practices. - Works with the departmental business and clinical leaders to ensure operational collaboration and oversight of departmental program, policies, and practices to promote the delivery of safe patient care.  - Develops and maintains internal and community relationships to ensure excellent communication and collaboration regarding focus area programs and services and outcomes reporting. - Fosters a collegial environment that supports the successful recruitment, retention, and development of outstanding providers and staff. - Evaluates the performance of faculty, students, and graduates, ensuring that goals and professional standards are met or exceeded. - Manages employee performance and encourages professional development of assigned staff by supporting participation in educational programs, professional organizations, and activities to promote competencies, develop and build job-related skills, and promote internal leadership. - Participates in activities and initiatives of the training programs. - Develops and monitors annual operating budget for focus area. - Responsible for all aspects of managing and leading a team including interviewing, hiring, training, developing, directing work and processes, managing performance, recognizing, and rewarding employees. - Mentors team members to encourage personal and professional growth and encourages ongoing skill development by providing opportunities for continued education. - Ensure participation of Section personnel in quality improvement, safety, and patient satisfaction initiatives.    

The Division of Pediatric Neurology, Department of Pediatrics, with Children's Healthcare of Atlanta) is looking for an Epilepsy Program Director to join our academic/clinical team at an Associate Professor/Professor level.   The successful candidate will be a key leader in our Epilepsy Center, overseeing our epilepsy and neurophysiology programs, with a keen eye for quality and future program growth as well as an interest in epilepsy clinical research. Epileptologists participate in the teaching of neurology residents and epilepsy fellows as well as staffing a 12 bed Epilepsy Monitoring Unit, Fast Access Neurology clinics and reading LTVM/EEG studies. Children’s Epilepsy Program has several epilepsy subspecialty clinical programs including ketogenic diet, genetic epilepsy, infantile spasms/epileptic encephalopathy, psychogenic non epileptic events (PNEE) and epilepsy surgery. The Pediatric Neurosciences Program at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is ranked 1st in the Southeast and one of the top 20 programs in the USA by USN&WR. It is one of the largest programs in the country, handling more than 2,400 pediatric neurological inpatient cases and performing over 1,400 neurosurgeries (including over 50 epilepsy surgeries) each year.   Candidates must be board certified or eligible in pediatric neurology and the subspecialty of Epilepsy and must demonstrate excellent qualifications in education and clinical care. Academic rank will be commensurate with experience and training.   Preferred Qualifications - Experience in respective clinical area - Proficient in interpreting EEGs and Long-Term Video Monitoring Education - Graduate of an accredited, four-year medical school - Graduate of an accredited, post-graduate residency program in Pediatrics - Graduate of an accredited, post graduate fellowship program in Epilepsy Certification Summary - Board Eligible/Board certified - Licensed to practice medicine in the state of Georgia - Current DEA registration - BLS certification is required. PALS certification   Qualified candidates should complete the online application and upload a cover letter and CV.    About Emory + Children’s Children’s is the largest pediatric healthcare system in Georgia and one of the largest in the country, serving nearly 400,000 unique patients each year with 638 licensed beds. Children's has state-of-the-art facilities and technology, an electronic medical record, voice recognition software and access to more than 60 pediatric sub-specialties.   Emory's Department of Pediatrics is top ranked in research funding by the National Institutes of Health. For interested candidates, there are lots of research opportunities available with Emory neurosciences, Georgia Tech, adult neurology and CDC. Working together, the Emory+Children’s Pediatric Institute supports the ongoing professional and leadership development of physicians while maintaining a healthy balance between academics and clinical work and rewarding excellence and productivity in both.   Children’s+Emory offers a competitive salary and an unmatched benefits program. The Department offers a courtesy scholarship, in addition to a faculty development and mentoring program designed to help faculty succeed in clinical programs, translational or basic research and to thrive as educators.   Employment will be in the Emory + Children's Pediatric Institute. The Emory + Children’s Pediatric Institute is an affiliation between Emory University and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta that is improving the lives of children in Georgia and beyond. The Pediatric Institute combines the unique strengths and resources of each institution in support of our three-part academic missions of providing outstanding clinical care, conducting innovative basic science discovery and clinical research, and coordinating exceptional education of the future healthcare workforce.    Our physicians, researchers, and educators have created a model where leadership, commitment and quality are fundamental components of success. Together, we are transforming pediatrics by achieving new levels of clinical excellence—driven by research, teaching and wellness. We look forward to our future together.

The Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and the Emory University Department of Pediatrics invites interested applicants for the position of Aflac Neuro-Oncology Researcher. The Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center provides a rich and collaborative environment for basic, clinical, and translational research and boasts a diverse faculty. Ideal candidates will have a strong record of scientific accomplishments and proven success in obtaining extramural funding to conduct independent research within a defined investigation area related to the development and/or treatment of pediatric solid tumors. In addition, the Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center has close affiliations with research investigators within the Winship Cancer Institute, Emory University, and the Georgia Institute of Technology, and a willingness to collaborate across departmental or center boundaries is essential.   About the Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center The successful candidate will join one of the country's most robust pediatric hematology/oncology programs. · The Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center has 122 faculty and 50 Advance Practice Providers (APPs), conducting basic, translational, and clinical research related to pediatric oncology and hematology disorders, with expertise in leukemias, lymphomas, brain tumors, neuroblastoma, sarcomas, rare tumors, renal tumors, CAR T-cell therapies, hemoglobinopathies and hemophilia. · More than 7,000 children with cancer and blood disorders are treated annually at the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center · The Aflac pediatric oncology program sees ~500 new cancer diagnoses each year. This includes ~150 new solid tumors, ~50 of which are sarcomas. Aflac is the pediatric component of the Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University. · The Aflac pediatric hematology program is one of the largest in the country (including >2,000 active patients with sickle cell disease, and 600 with bleeding or clotting disorders) · The Aflac blood and marrow transplantation program performs ~80 transplants each year, and is one of the leaders in curative therapies for hemoglobinopathies. · The Aflac pediatric oncology program sees ~500 new cancer diagnoses each year. This includes ~150 new solid tumors, ~50 of which are sarcomas. Aflac is the pediatric component of the Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University. · The Aflac blood and marrow transplantation program performs ~80 transplants each year, and is one of the leaders in curative therapies for hemoglobinopathies. · In 2022, the Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center was ranked No. 8 in the nation for Pediatric Cancer by US News and World Report and has been in the top 10 since 2020. · In 2022, Aflac faculty generated $43.3M in extramural funding, including more than $27.7M from the NIH. · The Aflac fellowship program accepts 6 fellows each year for intensive clinical and research training in pediatric hematology/oncology. We are one of the few pediatric programs with an NIH-funded T32 training grant in non-malignant hematology · The Aflac Developmental Therapeutics Program offers a wide portfolio of clinical trials from cooperative groups, industry partners, and investigator-initiated studies, and has a larger referral base in the southeastern United States. Aflac is a member of the COG Pediatric Early Phase Clinical Trials Network (PEP-CTN), NANT, TACL, and PBTC. · Aflac is a leading contributor to the Children's Oncology Group, having been #1 in therapeutic trial enrollments for the past 2 years and annually in the top 4.   This position will allow a wealth of opportunities for research collaborations within the Department of Pediatrics, with Emory's NCI-designated cancer center (Winship Cancer Institute), as well as with Emory basic science departments, the Rollins School of Public Health, the American Cancer Society (located in Atlanta), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Georgia Institute of Technology.   Successful candidates will have: · MD and/or PhD degree · A strong record of scholarship and appropriate funding as an independent investigator, and will be expected to work in a collaborative fashion conducting nationally recognized research in pediatric oncology · A history of academic excellence/achievement · A strong interest in mentorship of trainees and junior faculty to support growth in research and scholarship · A history of service or leadership in a hematology-oncology program   Salary will be commensurate with experience and accomplishments. The primary focus of this position will be an emphasis on innovative research administrative duties.   Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and Emory University have worked together since 1956, facilitating leading-edge pediatric research, training, and innovation. Together, our partnership advances research and facilitates evidence-based quality care for children. In 2020, the Emory Department of Pediatrics was the #1 ranked pediatric department in National Institutes of Health research funding.